Fishman AFX Acousticomp Mini Compressor

A Modern Compressor with Fishman's Acoustic DNA

Fishman is a benchmark when it comes to amplification and signal processing for acoustic instruments, with an approach focused on respecting the original timbre. The AcoustiComp Mini fits this philosophy: a "musical" compression optimized for electro-acoustic guitar, electro ukulele, or any amplified acoustic instrument that deserves a dynamic upgrade without excessive coloration.

Its goal is not to transform your sound into a heavily effected tone but to bring you closer to a more "mixed" sound: better controlled attacks, more even sustain, and a more consistent presence within an ensemble. This is typically the kind of pedal you turn on and forget about... until you turn it off and realize how much it was stabilizing your playing.

For Whom, Which Styles, and In What Contexts?

The Fishman AFX AcoustiComp Mini is aimed at acoustic guitarists of all levels, from beginners wanting a more consistent sound to seasoned artists seeking professional coherence on stage. It is particularly relevant if you alternate between fingerstyle and strumming, if you switch from soft playing to more aggressive attacks, or if you want to compensate for level differences between strings.

Regarding styles, it shines in pop, folk, country, variety, and worship settings, but it works just as well whenever an acoustic instrument needs to remain clear in a mix. In the studio, it helps achieve a more stable take right from recording. Live, it helps maintain a consistent perceived volume and limits peaks that trigger preamp, mixer, or PA system compression too quickly.

Technical specifications

Effects	Acoustic, Compressor	Settings	level, compression
Technology	Digital	Type	sector
Format	Pedal	Use	acoustic bass, acoustic guitar
Inputs	1 x jack	Color	Green
Outputs	1 x jack	Power supply included	No
True bypass	Yes	Power supply	DC 9 V
Number of tracks	1	Weight	0.28 kg
EQ	No	Dimensions (mm)	49 x 97 x 49

Category	Compressor	Documentation	supplied
Controls	level, compression	Power consumption	53 mA (typical)
Bypass	true bypass (switchable to buffered bypass)	Compatible external power supply	regulated and filtered (DC barrel-type connector, center-negative)
Weight (kg)	0.28 kg