Analog optical compressor effect pedal for
- Compression and Output Gain controls
- LED compression indicator
- Can be used as a compressor or boost
- True bypass switching
- Powered by an adapter or 9 V battery
The PRS Mary Cries is an analog optical compressor inspired by the operation of classic studio compressors like the LA-2A. Its circuit allows you to control signal peaks, balance dynamics, and extend sustain while maintaining the guitar's natural character and clarity.
Its simple control panel features Compression and Output Gain adjustments, making it easy to dial in anything from transparent, light compression to a thicker, more sustained sound. Reducing compression and increasing the output level can also turn it into a clean boost to push the amplifier or highlight specific passages.
- Optical compressor pedal
- Fully analog circuit
- Inspired by studio compressors like the LA-2A
- Compression control to adjust compression intensity
- Output Gain control to set the output volume
- Compression indicator LED
- Allows control of signal peaks and dynamic balancing
- Increases sustain without sacrificing definition or clarity
- Can be used as a compressor or a boost
- Electronic construction with through-hole components
- True bypass switching
- 6.3 mm mono jack input
- 6.3 mm mono jack output
- Power consumption: 8 mA
- Powered by a regulated or isolated 9 V DC adapter, not included
- Compatible with a 9 V battery, not included
- Approximate dimensions: 11.94 x 9.40 x 3.48 cm
- Approximate weight: 500 g
- Designed by PRS Guitars in Stevensville, Maryland
- Made in the USA
Our Opinion
The PRS Mary Cries is an excellent choice for players seeking to control dynamics without the overly tight or artificial effect that some compressors produce. Its operation is straightforward, responds musically to playing intensity, and adds body and sustain to both clean and overdriven sounds. It’s also particularly practical as a clean boost with a slight compression touch.
EAN13: 0825362083528
Data sheet
- Effects Loop
- No
- Power Supply
- Batteries & Adapter
- Format
- Classic
- Technology
- Analog
- True Bypass
- Yes
- Made In
- Usa
- Effect For
- Guitar
- Voltage
- 9V
- In
- Mono
- Out
- Mono
- Effect Type
- Compressor
- Power Supply Included
- No
- USB Port
- No
- MIDI Control
- No
- EXP Out
- No
- SALIDA FOOTSWITCH
- No
- Tap Tempo
- No








