--- product_id: 36249667 title: "Pigtronix Guitar Compression Effects Pedal, Black (PTM)" brand: "pigtronix" price: "£120.26" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Pigtronix" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/36249667-pigtronix-guitar-compression-effects-pedal-black-ptm store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Noiseless clean sustain Blend control for parallel compression Treble EQ ±6dB at 2kHz Pigtronix Guitar Compression Effects Pedal, Black (PTM) **Brand:** pigtronix **Price:** £120.26 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Turn your lead tone to gold with legendary clean sustain! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Pigtronix Guitar Compression Effects Pedal, Black (PTM) by pigtronix - **How much does it cost?** £120.26 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/36249667-pigtronix-guitar-compression-effects-pedal-black-ptm) ## Best For - pigtronix enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pigtronix brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Powerhouse:** Micro-sized chassis with internal 18V rails delivers maximum headroom without board clutter. - • **Crystal-Clear Sustain:** Experience pristine, noiseless compression that preserves your guitar’s natural tone. - • **True Bypass Integrity:** Maintain pure signal path when off, ensuring your tone stays authentic and uncolored. - • **Precision Treble Shaping:** Boost or cut frequencies at 2kHz to tailor your tone with surgical accuracy. - • **Customizable Compression Blend:** Seamlessly mix your original signal with compressed sound for perfect dynamic control. ## Overview The Pigtronix Philosopher’s Tone Micro is a compact, high-performance guitar compressor pedal featuring noiseless clean sustain, a parallel blend control for natural compression, and a treble EQ for precise tonal shaping. Powered by standard 9V with internal 18V rails for maximum headroom, it offers true bypass switching to preserve your tone. Ideal for professionals seeking transparent compression and dynamic control in a space-saving design. ## Description Turn Lead to Gold with the Pigtronix Philosopher's Tone Micro. Famous for its noiseless clean sustain, the Philosopher's Tone stands out as a uniquely powerful guitar effect in the crowded world of compressor pedals. The Philosopher's Tone Micro packs all of the optical compression and unrivaled sustain of the original award winning Pigtronix pedal into a micro size chassis that runs on standard 9V external power. In addition to VOLUME and SUSTAIN controls, the Philosopher's Tone Micro features a parallel BLEND knob that allows the musician to mix their instrument's original tone with the compressed sound effect. This technique restores natural pick-attack and allows more extreme sustain settings to remain musical. The TREBLE control provides up to 6db cut or boost at 2KHz for fine tuning the frequency response of the effect. The Philosopher's Tone Micro features True-bypass switching and internal 18V power rails for maximum clean headroom, even when used with hot pickups and line level signals. Practitioners of the mystical and ancient art of alchemy long sought an element called the Philosopher's Stone, believing that, if found, it could turn lead into gold and bestow immortality upon the person who wielded it. The Philosopher's Tone Micro represents an analog musical equivalent to this mythical substance in the world of guitar. "People have been trying to get clean sustain from a pedal for decades, and the alchemists at Pigtronix seems to have found the secret to make it happen."-Art Thompson, Guitar Player Magazine Pigtronix Philosopher's Tone Micro Effects Pedal Features: Noiseless Clean Sustain Blend control for Parallel Compression Treble EQ for Boost or Cut at 2kHz Runs on standard 9V external power Internal 18V power for max headroom True Bypass switching Size = 3.75" x 1.5" x 1.75" Review: Perfect for me, maybe not others. - This is the 3rd and best compressor I've owned. I wish I had it 10 years ago. It sounds extremely transparent and doesn't shape your tone much beyond what you do with the treble knob (12 c'clock is neutral). The pedal is small and doesn't take up much space on a board. The switch works okay, there is an audible pop when the pedal is engaged but that's common with true bypass. I almost always leave it on so not a big deal to me. But the best feature is the blend knob. You can really get great compression without the 'squish' sound by tweaking it. I have some terrific sounding but low output single coils and this pedal really brings them alive. Review: Not As Good As The Original. - I've owned the original for a while now. I rarely use the grit knob so I figured I free up some space on my board with this micro. This pedal sounds nothing like my original. The sustain, volume and blend are fine. The treble isn't even close. It mid ranges the tone some but doesn't have the higher range of the original. Sounds blanketed. Maybe I got a dud? I don't know. I'll keep playing with it. ## Features - Noiseless clean sustain Blend control for parallel compression Treble EQ for boost or cut at 2kHz Runs on standard 9V external power Internal 18V power for max headroom True bypass switching Size: 3.75 x 1.5 x 1.75 in. - Turn lead to gold with the Pigtronix Philosopher’s Tone Micro - Famous for its noiseless clean sustain, the Philosopher’s Tone stands out as a uniquely powerful guitar effect in the crowded world of compressor pedals - The Philosopher’s Tone Micro packs all of the optical compression and unrivaled sustain of the original award winning Pigtronix pedal into a micro size chassis that runs on standard 9V external power - In addition to Volume and Sustain controls, the Philosopher’s Tone Micro features a parallel Blend knob that allows the musician to mix their instrument’s original tone with the compressed sound effect ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01KGAT7OI | | Best Sellers Rank | #67,644 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #58 in Electric Guitar Compression Effects | | Body Material | Electronic Components, Plastic | | Color Name | Black | | Connector Type | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (45) | | Date First Available | August 3, 2016 | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 15.8 ounces | | Item model number | PTM | | Material Type | Electronic Components, Plastic | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Product Dimensions | 4.25 x 2.3 x 2 inches | | Signal Format | Analog | | Voltage | 18 Volts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Pigtronix - **Color:** Black - **Item Weight:** 0.45 Kilograms - **Product Dimensions:** 1.75"L x 1.5"W x 3.75"H - **Style:** Compressor,Compression ## Images ![Pigtronix Guitar Compression Effects Pedal, Black (PTM) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/813FV9Tu7NL.jpg) ![Pigtronix Guitar Compression Effects Pedal, Black (PTM) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61rp74eTJZL.jpg) ![Pigtronix Guitar Compression Effects Pedal, Black (PTM) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Ab1C+bRoL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for me, maybe not others. *by _***_ on April 26, 2017* This is the 3rd and best compressor I've owned. I wish I had it 10 years ago. It sounds extremely transparent and doesn't shape your tone much beyond what you do with the treble knob (12 c'clock is neutral). The pedal is small and doesn't take up much space on a board. The switch works okay, there is an audible pop when the pedal is engaged but that's common with true bypass. I almost always leave it on so not a big deal to me. But the best feature is the blend knob. You can really get great compression without the 'squish' sound by tweaking it. I have some terrific sounding but low output single coils and this pedal really brings them alive. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not As Good As The Original. *by W***! on May 2, 2017* I've owned the original for a while now. I rarely use the grit knob so I figured I free up some space on my board with this micro. This pedal sounds nothing like my original. The sustain, volume and blend are fine. The treble isn't even close. It mid ranges the tone some but doesn't have the higher range of the original. Sounds blanketed. Maybe I got a dud? I don't know. I'll keep playing with it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best compressor pedal *by C***X on September 12, 2023* With this, I've finally been able to get the long, saturated sustain I've been looking for, aided by my TC Electronic noise gate pedal, which gets rid of what little noise the compressor ads. ## Frequently Bought Together - Pigtronix Guitar Compression Effects Pedal, Black (PTM) - Ibanez Tube Screamer Mini - Rock Stock Guitar Flat Patch Cables (Pack of 3) - 6 Inch S-Shape Ultra-Thin Effect Guitar Pedal Patch Cables - Right-Angle, Black with Durable Gold Plated Connectors, Maximize Pedalboard Space --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/36249667-pigtronix-guitar-compression-effects-pedal-black-ptm](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/36249667-pigtronix-guitar-compression-effects-pedal-black-ptm) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-04*