The Max Preamp & Dual Compressor is the result of our perpetual quest for sonic authenticity. It is based on the famous dual-motor UAFX processor, thanks to which you will find, at your fingertips, the original sound of three limiters and a legendary tube preamp.
Find the classic compression effects of the Teletronix LA-2A, UA 1176 and Dyna Comp* in one pedal
Enjoy the grain and character of UA's legendary 610 tube preamp
Freely combine different compressors to expand your palette of tones and textures
Adjust the preamp EQ, configure the pedal in series or parallel, filter the bass on the sidechain circuit and enjoy other functions with the UAFX Control app
Discover the legendary sound of the UA 1176 compressor
Discover the legendary sound of the UA 1176 compressor
From the imagination of UA founder Bill Putnam to your pedalboard, the Max gives you the same FET compressor that has been used in the studio to process the most legendary guitar takes for decades. Use this effect to make your funk a little funkier, add expressive sustain, or subtly vary your sound.
Enjoy warm tube compression with the Teletronix LA-2A
Enjoy warm tube compression with the Teletronix LA-2A
This legendary tube-based optical limiter lets you control your dynamics in a smoother, warmer way than the 1176. Additionally, you can fine-tune compression with Ratio, a pedal-exclusive control, to further limit the signal than the 1176. The hardware processor and UAD plug-ins cannot do this.
Model dirty funky tones with the classic MXR Dyna Comp*
Model dirty funky tones with the classic MXR Dyna Comp*
Crush and dirty your sound with this famous red pedal. Whether you're looking for lo-fi compression or funky overdrive, it's perfect if you want your slides to sound anything but clean.
Add the legendary UA 610 tube preamp to your arsenal
Add the legendary UA 610 tube preamp to your arsenal
Rediscover the warmth and character of UA's legendary tube preamp and EQ, and craft breathtaking tones by precisely adjusting the amount of harmonics and distortion.
Combine compressors for tones that stand out from the crowd
Combine compressors for tones that stand out from the crowd
With the Max, you can easily layer compressors as you wish to produce a wide variety of tones and textures, making them stand out in the mix, regardless of the level of compression applied.