{"product_id":"flying-teapot-fcon-v-compressor-mij-made-in-japan","title":"Flying Teapot Fcon-V Compressor MIJ Made in Japan","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAST SHIPPING from Phoenix, AZ! \u003c\/strong\u003e🚚\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThis effects pedal is in \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent \u003c\/strong\u003econdition with few signs of prior use. This unit has been thoroughly cleaned and tested with a compatible power supply. All functions are operational with no issues. The original packaging and instructions are included as shown in the photos. \u003cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessor’s Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fcon-V is a clever solution for players who love the character of their gain stages but want the finished signal to feel more controlled and cohesive. Designed to work after overdrive, distortion or preamp pedals, it can smooth out hard peaks and level differences without changing how those gain stages respond to your guitar. Think less “compressor effect,” more final polish for the drive section.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRig Role\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRole:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Post-gain compressor \/ final dynamics control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Matters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A good gain sound can still have awkward dynamics. Chords may leap forward, harder attacks can become disproportionately loud, and switching between gain stages can change apparent level more than you want. The Fcon-V lets the drives keep doing what they do well, then helps organize the result.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat This Pedal Solves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fcon-V is particularly useful when:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChords overpower single-note passages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHard picking creates distracting peaks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMultiple gain stages feel inconsistent in overall output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou want the finished drive section to feel more controlled without obvious squash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts separate Threshold, Ratio and Limit controls also offer considerably more control than the typical two- or three-knob guitar compressor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlying Teapot is a small Japanese effects builder known for thoughtful, unconventional takes on familiar pedal concepts, and the Fcon-V is one of its more distinctive designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than following the traditional guitar-compressor formula, the Fcon-V takes inspiration from studio-style dynamics control. Flying Teapot specifically conceived it as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“total compressor” for use after distortion and other gain stages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the pedal to control the resulting signal rather than necessarily compressing the guitar before gain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThreshold determines when compression begins, Ratio sets how strongly the signal is compressed, and a separate Limit control establishes an upper level for the signal. Gain and Volume provide additional level control, while the three-position Sensitivity switch changes attack and release behavior together. An LED meter provides a useful visual indication of how hard the compressor is working.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed toward the end of a drive section, the Fcon-V can make chords, single-note lines and different gain sounds sit in a more consistent range while preserving the character of the pedals creating those sounds in the first place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlying Teapot also notes that balancing Gain against Volume can subtly change the response, from a more open presentation to a somewhat warmer feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Start Settings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePost-Gain Leveling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThreshold: Start around noon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRatio: Low to moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimit: Set just above your normal playing level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity: Middle position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGain \/ Volume: Match bypass level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the Fcon-V after your primary gain pedals, then lower Threshold until harder chords and attacks begin to come under control while normal playing still feels open.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffect Type: Compressor \/ Limiter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControls: Volume, Gain, Threshold, Ratio, Limit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity: 3-position attack\/release control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLED compression level meter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuffered bypass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/4\" input and output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower: 9V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Professor Nigel’s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurated, Working-Player Gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Every product here earns its place by solving a real musical problem—not by filling shelf space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCareful Evaluation \u0026amp; Presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Each preowned pedal is tested, accurately described, and photographed so buyers can purchase with confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast, Reliable Shipping from Phoenix, AZ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Orders move quickly and securely, with clear communication every step of the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flying Teapot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53153872642368,"sku":null,"price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/6486\/0736\/files\/IMG_0097.jpg?v=1789423688","url":"https:\/\/professornigels.com\/products\/flying-teapot-fcon-v-compressor-mij-made-in-japan","provider":"Professor Nigel's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}