From subtle enhancement to full country squash, the compression control lets you dial in exactly the amount of squeeze you need. Whether you want transparent leveling or obvious pumping, the optical circuit responds naturally to your playing dynamics.

Optical Circuit Superiority. Unlike VCA or FET compressors that can sound harsh or artificial, optical compression uses light-dependent resistors for smooth, musical gain reduction. The result is compression that breathes with your playing, never fighting against your natural dynamics.

Meet Brad Jackson - commercial pilot by day, tone perfectionist always. His journey from building world-class amplifiers to crafting precision guitar pedals is a story of innovation, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of sonic perfection. For a decade, Jackson Amp Works produced legendary amplifiers that graced stages worldwide, including John Mayer's Battle Studies World Tour. But when the music industry shifted toward digital modeling in 2018, Brad made a bold pivot: he closed the amp company and channeled that expertise into something new. Jackson Audio was born from this transition - not as a retreat, but as evolution. Every pedal carries the DNA of those amplifier years: the understanding of how tubes saturate, how circuits interact, and how musicians actually use their gear. Brad's approach combines the precision of aviation with the artistry of music, creating pedals that solve real problems for working musicians while pushing the boundaries of what's possible in a compact enclosure.

"We're not done yet. My life is half over, so what I do with it is up to me. I intend to make something beautiful out of it."