Wampler Cory Wong Compressor And Boost

From the EGO Compressor to the "Wong" version: an evolution designed for groove

At Wampler, the EGO compressor has established itself as a benchmark for achieving musical, precise, and easy-to-control compression. The Cory Wong Compressor & Boost builds on this foundation and takes it further with a "pedalboard-ready" approach: an independent boost section, a true DI output via balanced XLR, and operation designed for tight rhythms where attack consistency and clarity must remain impeccable.

The result fits perfectly within the Cory Wong philosophy: a clean, bright, highly articulate sound that preserves right-hand dynamics while locking the level for ultra-consistent chicken picking and riffs.

Who is it for, and in what contexts?

This pedal is aimed at guitarists (and bassists) who want a controlled, lively clean tone ready to mix. In funk, pop, disco, gospel, neo-soul, country, or modern rock, it helps achieve consistent playing without squashing the tone. The boost is equally useful for cutting through the band during solos or thickening a rhythm part in the chorus.

Live, the balanced XLR output is ideal if you play on a lightweight setup (amp, stage amp, or direct to PA). In the studio, it's a quick tool for recording clean, stable, and "finished" takes, with compression that responds well to fingerstyle as well as pick playing.

Controls, modes, and innovations: fine control without hassle

The compressor section offers a full set of controls to shape the feel under your fingers: Attack for responsiveness (sharper or smoother attack), Sustain for the amount of compression, Volume to adjust output level, Blend to mix compressed and dry signals (perfect for retaining punch), and Tone to adjust brightness and openness of the high end.

The boost section is independent, with a dedicated Boost control and a two-mode voicing switch: Flat for a neutral, transparent volume lift, or Mids for a boost focused on the midrange that can add slight saturation and help the guitar stand out in the mix. The Comp On / Always On switch allows the compression to stay active continuously (handy if your base tone relies on it) and uses the footswitch only for the boost.

Regarding integration, the pedal combines 6.35mm Jack input and output with a balanced XLR DI output. The bypass is buffered via op-amp to preserve clarity and limit high-frequency loss over long cable runs.

Sound

The Cory Wong Compressor & Boost targets a snappy, clean, and very transparent compression. It can remain subtle (just enough to even out attacks and add sustain) or become more pronounced for ultra-tight parts where every note must stand out at the same level. The Blend control is key: it allows you to keep the natural attack and dynamics of your playing while adding the control and density of compression.

The boost perfectly complements this aesthetic: in Flat mode, it provides a clean lift to cut through the band without changing your EQ. In Mids mode, it delivers a more "mix-friendly" presence and a more energetic grain, ideal for singing leads or rhythms that need to grab attention. Designed with Cory Wong, this pedal is especially suited to highly articulate and groovy guitar tones where rhythmic precision and attack definition are paramount.

Technical specifications

Effects	Boost, Compressor	Type	sector
Format	Pedal	Use	electric guitar
EQ	Tone	Color	Blue

Processing	analog	Output	6.35mm Jack
Two separately activatable sections	compression and boost	DI Output	balanced XLR
Controls	Sustain, Tone, Attack, Volume, Blend, Boost	Dimensions	117 x 64 x 38 mm
Boost	2 modes Mids / Flat	Required power	9 V DC (center negative)
Bypass	buffered bypass with op-amp	Consumption	30 mA
Input	6.35mm Jack	Power connector	2.1 x 5.5 mm