I'm using my Keeley as a solo boost. Sunstain 2:00, level 1:00, Blend 2:00, tone 11:00 through effects loop. High gain.
@tycaskey
3 жыл бұрын
That’s cool! I bet it works well for that.
@thanhhuynh2044
11 ай бұрын
Funny, just got one last week. Never had a compressor before. Had the same setting into my victory kraken, which was set on gain 1 and gain on 9.00. Add overdrive (and it sounds huge)
@isaacsammis7429
4 жыл бұрын
That blend knob is crucial IMO
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
Isaac Sammis Agreed
@chuckdriver7741
4 жыл бұрын
Keeley for the win. 🇺🇸🗽🦅🇺🇸
@Millennial_Mike
4 жыл бұрын
Out of these 2 maybe but the compact deluxe version would make it a very hard choice.
@dav8259
2 жыл бұрын
I don't think so..🤔🏴
@Millennial_Mike
4 жыл бұрын
Both great. I use a Cali76 CD ... gotta say I adore it... but if I was in the market it'd be a tough choice.
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
I agree. They are both great!
@dav8259
2 жыл бұрын
Cali76, for sure!!Never heard better compressor than this!
@DanPratt
5 жыл бұрын
Super helpful. I’ve been trying to dial in my Keeley and this should get me going.
@tycaskey
5 жыл бұрын
Dan Pratt Glad this helped! Thanks!
@useless7211
3 жыл бұрын
Keeley is more bang for the buck than the Origin. I had the origin compact deluxe and the Keeley at the same time. Sold the Origin and kept the Keeley. Just a very good pedal, also as a boost for other pedals.
@tycaskey
3 жыл бұрын
Yes It’s definitely a solid pedal. I was using the cali76 on my board for awhile, then went without a comp. Lately I’ve been using the deep 6 from walrus. They all have their own characteristics. Thanks for the feedback!
@SoCalGuitarist4130
Жыл бұрын
Interesting. I just got the Keeley, but have been considering getting the Origin Effects Compact Deluxe as well. I'm surprised that you chose the Keeley over the higher end one. What was your reasoning? I think ultimately I'll just have to get both and compare them myself to make a personal choice between the two, but just curious about your take.
@useless7211
Жыл бұрын
@@SoCalGuitarist4130 I think the Origin was a very good pedal, but it was twice the price of the Keeley (here in Belgium). I downsized my gear a little bit at that time (5 years ago) and sold one of them. I still have the Keeley, and like it a lot.
@SundayMorningGuitars
Жыл бұрын
@@tycaskeyI’ve heard that the 76 deluxe is much quieter than the deep six. In your experience, does the 76 help with the signal noise compared to the deep six?
@tycaskey
Жыл бұрын
@@SundayMorningGuitars Yes in my experience the deep 6 has more noise. The deep 6 is a very noticeable comp. The 76 is more subtle.
@tootory9506
Жыл бұрын
When you switch to single coil, the Keeley sounded more like the Cali And if you dial back a little bit of that tone and gain, you could get it to sound more like thr Cali I bet ? It also sounded like you didn't level match properly through most of the demo With the Keeley, being louder, and more gain driven? This just leaves me still wanted to do my own comparison
@lucius2874
3 ай бұрын
Exactly....left it all too saturated and too bright.
@lucius2874
3 ай бұрын
For the budget concious ... Keeley by lengths . To the average audience. Dialled in right . They both can do the same thing. And you can spend the savings on your next pedal. 😄
@neerajvaidya
3 жыл бұрын
Nice video! I’ve used the Keeley 4-knob before, it was OK but I ended up selling it precisely because it was not transparent. The idea of building myself a studio grade compressor churned in my head for years and Simon beat me to it. I wonder how this will sound on a rock/metal tone, only one way to find out! ;)
@tycaskey
3 жыл бұрын
ragmanshreds Hey! Yeah I know what you’re saying. I had the 4 knob too, but ended up moving to something different. I’m sure either of these will sound great if used in moderation. Thanks for the feedback!
@MiguelBaptista1981
Жыл бұрын
@@tycaskey Since it's been two years, in hindsight, what comp did you settle with?
@veerchasm1
2 жыл бұрын
If you were going to leave the Keeley blend at 100% you should have left the ratio on the Cali76 on High
@tycaskey
2 жыл бұрын
Ratio and blend are definitely different things, but I hear what you’re saying. I tried to give as best comparison possible given the different feature set. Both pedals are really great, so I’m sure you enjoy either one. Thanks for the feedback!
@SDisonYT
2 жыл бұрын
Nice job. The Cali 76 seems to have a slightly higher quality ground circuit, as it sounds like the Keeley is producing more background noise. Between these two, the Cali 76 sounds better to me, and they do make a version with the blend knob on it if you like that feature. But for the difference in price, I still think the Wampler ego is the best compressor option, is it has all the features these have and costs less, and still sounds as good as the Cali 76 to me
@bigdecodeco
4 жыл бұрын
I always thought I wanted to try the Keeley, not anymore. The Cali 76 sounds much better
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
bigdecodeco They’re both really good, but I tend to gravitate to the cali76 as well. It just adds more dimension to the sound. I really dig it as an overall enhancement to the tone. Thanks!
@bigdecodeco
4 жыл бұрын
@@tycaskey The Keeley was too harsh and muddy. I like trying pedals and the Keeley was next on my list. I might not bother now.
@TheJudy79
4 жыл бұрын
Keeley sounds better when you turn down the blend knob a little that's why I hate these videos they never demo them right gave my call 76 to a friend this demo will fool you dont fall for it
@robertanthony9079
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the vid. I think you should have used the full range of the pedal's capabilities for the comparison. I watched a few other vids with the Keeley and they did a better job of dailing it in. I think your tones were very bright (too bright) to make good use of either pedal though, since frequencies below 1k are part of the compressed tone (sounded like you completely left them out). I know when using a compressor there is a tendency to want to brighten the tone because it darkens, but it was way too bright for both. But that's my take.
@tycaskey
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. I appreciate your viewpoint. This was definitely a challenging comparison, as they're both pretty different pedals. Nonetheless, I hope it was helpful. Thanks for watching.
@cookingwithglen152
5 жыл бұрын
Very good A/B comparison!! Thanks for showing how you’d use them!
@tycaskey
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Glen!
@johnrobie9694
4 жыл бұрын
Might want to check out the Darkglass Hyper Luminal. It has a guitar and bass mode. Three different compressors (including FET), and a blend. Also has a visual reference on how much gain reduction is happening (which I find really useful). It's what is on my board. I use it for baritone and standard guitar.
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
John Robie Sounds cool! Thanks for the heads up.
@rooneytunes9712
3 жыл бұрын
After looking at the prices... the Lesley sounds pretty good
@lucius2874
3 ай бұрын
The single and bucker selector is for if your playing through singles ...put it on single...playing through buckers...switch it too buckers... Its not a modelling type .
@MrWarrenjay911
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome demo Ty. Would you place the compressor before or after a preamp pedal? In my rig, my signal chain runs through the preamp into my drives, booster and then delays and reverb into the amp in stereo. I've ordered this pedal and wanted to know the best placement. Thanks.
@tycaskey
5 жыл бұрын
Warren Jay Hey Warren! Thanks! Typically I usually run it before the preamp pedal. It’s usually the first pedal in the chain (besides a tuner). However, it may be worth experimenting, as there is no rule on where it should go. For me, I usually run it first thing. Hope that helps! Thanks!
@MrWarrenjay911
5 жыл бұрын
@@tycaskey thanks. Much appreciated.
@jbkivontop
5 жыл бұрын
hard choices, so what one did you keep. Also have you tried them with humbucker pickups, if so did one perform better than the other?
@tycaskey
5 жыл бұрын
Hey John! I am currently using the Cali76. It just does something "special" to the sound. I personally have not used it with hum buckers; however, a buddy of mine uses the Cali76 with his PRS and it sounds fantastic.
@runnningonempty
4 жыл бұрын
@@tycaskey My sisters uncles boyfriends brother in law says that humbuckers through the Keeley and it sounds better than fantastic but he's a Democrap voter so.
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
@@runnningonempty I'm sure it sounds great!
@kevmac1230
4 жыл бұрын
Really not a fair comparison as the Cali76 is 3 times the price.At that difference there should be no comparison.
@neerajvaidya
3 жыл бұрын
@@kevmac1230 New yes, used no. Just gotta scout for em :) Also, are you saying that something expensive shouldn’t sound better than it’s cheaper counterpart? I think it serves as validation for the Cali76’s price tag.
@runnningonempty
4 жыл бұрын
That Cali76 is baddass,Too bad it cost twice as much..
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's not cheap. That's for sure. It really does sound great though. Thanks for watching!
@kevmac1230
4 жыл бұрын
@@tycaskey I just did comparison shopping and from what I see the average price of the Keeley is $109.99 and the Cali is $329.99.A big difference.Question being is the Cali76 3x better,or in terms of cash,$220.99 better?
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
Kev Mac Well I guess that depends on the person. I, personally, would not spend the extra money. That said, I bought my cali76 used for $175.00. At that price, I would go with the cali76 over the comp plus. They’re both really good. You’ll be happy with either one. Also, the keeley is brighter and has more”jangle” if that’s what you’re going for. The Cali has a thick “less compressed” sound.
@robb4340
4 жыл бұрын
Great Demo, thanks!
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
For sure!
@robinspat
2 жыл бұрын
Should have backed the Keeley blend off to about 10 O' clock !
@nyawnyaw12345
4 жыл бұрын
The keeley nearly sounded like an Overdrive here, too much saturation. IMO
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. It definitely seems to break up sooner the the Cali76.
@veerchasm1
2 жыл бұрын
That’s cause he left the blend knob on high
@frankieC31
5 жыл бұрын
Are you using the Cali 76 on the 9v or 18v? And also awesome video!
@tycaskey
5 жыл бұрын
I’m using it at 9v. I have used it at 18v, but actually prefer the sound of 9v with my current pedal setup. Thanks!
@Paul_Lenard_Ewing
4 жыл бұрын
I would love to see you throw in the Bogner Lynhurst. The Neve transformer in it seems to make a big difference. My guess it is over driven runs out of headroom and creates transformer like saturation. In short it has very great 'feel' to it.
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! That sounds cool. I’ll check it out.
@bohemianalfred
3 жыл бұрын
keeley compressor plus is OTA style like Ross Compressor。
@Paul_Lenard_Ewing
5 жыл бұрын
I have 66 pedals on 4 loops of a switcher and use a different comp on each one. They all perform reasonable the same but the tones vary. My problem is that they all are more or less a 4:1 ratio which does not give me near enough sustain on some parts of some tunes. I find that the Seymour Duncan Vice Grip can be pushed up to a 20:1 which even on a very low wattage practice amp gives you near infinite sustain. I would love you to demo it ...perhaps compare it to something else.
@tycaskey
5 жыл бұрын
Paul Ewing Thanks for checking out the review! I’ll see if I can find one to demo!
@Paul_Lenard_Ewing
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ty ...I have a Blog ...Stomp Box Steals ...I will give my 170,000 plus readers a heads up about your channel.
@tycaskey
5 жыл бұрын
Paul Ewing Thanks Paul! I really appreciate that.
@PoJoWo
5 жыл бұрын
Another fan of the vice grip here. The soft knee is nice, and its also pretty quick. I like the eq on the clean blend too. Theres not much to compare with it. It doesnt really do peak limiting but as a sustain machine its a joy
@lucau7486
4 жыл бұрын
mxr studio compressor ..ratio for your request..
@rjackets1
2 жыл бұрын
try listening with your eyes closed. The Cali 76 wins. Keeley crushes the low frequencies, adds distortion, the Cali 76 retains the original character and fullness across the frequency spectrum. Cali is an FET comp. Keeley comp actually clips with my stock seymour duncan humbuckers (when strumming chords loudly) (tested brand new units AT SWEETWATER WITH A SALES REP STANDING IN THE TEST ROOM, we A/B'd several compressors using Les Paul and 335 stock pickups). It is based on the old Ross compressor circuit, similar to Dyna Comp, with tweaks (added controls). Still an inferior, older circuit that obviously adds color, distorts, and weakens your signal (is that the "vintage" sound ppl keep talking about?).
@readlesspraymore4686
Жыл бұрын
Nope. The Keeley is also FET.
@rjackets1
Жыл бұрын
@@readlesspraymore4686 prove it
@00surly
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Johnsalad
3 жыл бұрын
Subscribed!
@tycaskey
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@JM356
Жыл бұрын
You have the cali 76 set as a limiter (not a compressor) for most of the video...
@tycaskey
Жыл бұрын
Hey there. The “high” setting is for limiting much like the urie 1176. I did show that setting for a moment, but kept in in the low (subtle compression) for most of the time. Sorry for any confusion. I hope the demo was helpful!
@russelljones1948
3 жыл бұрын
The Cali76 wins. The stacked version of tne Cali 76 is magnificent but expensive.
@tycaskey
3 жыл бұрын
Russell Jones Definitely cool pedals!
@CesarLeon
3 жыл бұрын
I’ll get the Keeley... just because I live in damn Mexico.... and there’s no way to get the Cali here
@tycaskey
3 жыл бұрын
The Keeley is a great pedal! I think you’ll be happy with it.
@sixstring4
2 жыл бұрын
The Origin Cali76 compact deluxe would have smoked the Keeley.
@MackDon1406
4 жыл бұрын
you were using a fender Strat single coil but had the Keeley on Humbucker mode so didn't get the correct sound
@tycaskey
4 жыл бұрын
Hey there. I was actually using a Telecaster. To my ears, the "humbucker" setting sounds closer to the Cali 76 side by side. I was trying to give the closet representation as possible. Sorry for any confusion. Thanks for checking out the video!
@TheChromaDrone
5 жыл бұрын
For me, it really depends on the style of music. I personally prefer the Cali 76. It sounds cleaner with less noise/distortion. Since I'm leaning more towards ambient music and worship, I would prefer the Cali. I could totally see me using a Keeley if I were doing some country(ala Brad Paisley) or even punk. I'm sure there are a myriad more options for both, though.
@Paul_Lenard_Ewing
5 жыл бұрын
For your music there just is not a better choice!
@willvallarinomusic6299
5 жыл бұрын
Paul Ewing Agreed! I nearly went with the Walrus Deep Six but I prefer the Cali 76 over it as well.
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