Rocktron Reaction Compressor - Manual (Page 5)

Introduction
use the LEVEL control to fine tune your output level.
That’s it! Sound check is done.
Use the Reaction Compressor as a master SOLO switch
to not only define what you play but also to raise the
volume! The soundman can worry about something
else…you have performance control!.
Typically you want to set the output level after
compression has been applied so that it is the same as
the pedal in True Bypass – this is called “unity gain” (the
same level from pedal on to pedal off). You may want to
apply compression, and then actually add volume using
the LEVEL control. Now you have added more sustain
and drive which can be used before an overdrive pedal, or
direct into your amplifier.
Compression helps define articulation for any instrument
by limiting how loud a note can get. It also makes
lower volume notes louder. The end result is a smoother
and more even sound, and that is what you hear on
professional recordings. It’s also what you will hear live!
The soundman will thank you!
The footswitch on the Reaction Compressor controls
On/Off status as shown by the LED indicator. Reaction
stomp boxes run on a 9V Alkaline battery, or may also
be powered by Rocktron’s DC OnTap Universal Power
Supply adaptor.