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BOSS CS-3 Compression Sustainer

   
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BOSS CS-3 Compression Sustainer

Improves Your Overall Tone

The CS-3 Compression Sustainer pedal compresses louder signals while boosting lower signals, providing smooth sustain without degrading the original sound quality. This is the perfect pedal for guitarists and bassists who want to sound their best.

  • Compact compression/sustainer pedal with high-quality circuitry
  • Compresses loud signals and boosts softer signals for a smooth overall sound
  • Onboard Level, Tone, Attack and Sustain controls for precise tonal shaping
  • Low-noise design for super-quiet operation
  • BOSS five-year warranty


Nominal Input Level
-20 dBu
Input Impedance
1 M ohm
Nominal Output Level
-20 dBu
Output Impedance
1 k ohm
Recommended Load Impedance
10 k ohms or greater
Bypass
Buffered bypass
Controls
SUSTAIN knob
ATTACK knob
TONE knob
LEVEL knob
Pedal switch
Indicator
CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)
Connectors
INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
DC IN jack
Power Supply
Carbon-zinc battery (9V, 6F22)
Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61)
AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)
Current Draw
11 mA
Expected battery life under continuous use
Carbon: Approx. 14.5 hours
Alkaline: Approx. 34.5 hours
*These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
Accessories
Owner's manual
Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information")
Dry battery/9 V type (6F22)
Options (sold separately)
AC adaptor: PSA series