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Barber Electronics Tone Press

The Tone Press is an optical compressor from Barber Electronics featuring a parallel compression blend control that lets you mix compressed and uncompressed signals, along with a tone control for shaping the compressed sound while preserving natural dynamics.

  • 9V DC · center −
  • 10 mA
  • Analog
  • Mono
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The rundown

Highlights

  • Optical compression design
  • Parallel compression blend for mixing wet and dry signals
  • Tone control via Brilliance toggle
  • Compact size at 70.1 x 116.1 mm
  • Low power draw at 10 mA, battery-compatible

Best for

Players who want transparent compression with tone shaping and the ability to blend compressed and uncompressed signals for dynamic control.

Quick facts

Power
9V DC
Current draw
10 mA
Polarity
Center negative
Dimensions
70.1 × 116.1 mm
Controls
Level, Blend, Sustain, Speed Toggle, Brilliance Toggle
Stereo
No
MIDI
No
Status
In production

Where to buy Barber Electronics Tone Press

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Frequently asked questions

What are the power requirements for the Tone Press?

The Tone Press runs on 9V DC at 10 mA with center-negative polarity.

What controls does the Tone Press have?

The Tone Press features Level, Blend, Sustain, Speed Toggle, and Brilliance Toggle controls.

Is the Tone Press stereo?

No, the Tone Press is a mono pedal without stereo capability.

Does the Tone Press support MIDI?

No, the Tone Press does not have MIDI support.

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Page last updated September 29, 2026.