JHS Pedals Whitey Tighty Compressor

The JHS Whitey Tighty is a compact FET compressor pedal intentionally simple yet highly effective. With just three controls—Volume, Compression, and Blend—it allows you to subtly enhance clean signals or dial in a satisfying squash that brings clarity and rhythm to country, blues, pop, rock, and more.

Takeaway

Ultra-minimalist and ultra-musical, this compressor keeps your signal locked in while preserving feel and tone. Its intuitive controls make it easy to shape dynamics, whether you need smoothing compression or a touch of snappy aggression.

Highlights

• Built on a classic FET compressor circuit for a warm, musical feel.

• Blend control keeps your clean tone present even when compression is aggressive.

• Ultra-compact size (1" x 3")—maximizes pedalboard space while delivering serious tone.

• Performance-oriented simplicity: no bells or whistles, just smooth, responsive compression that enhances every note.

Specifications

• Controls: Volume, Compression, Blend

• Construction: FET-based analog compression

• Power: 9V DC, negative center

• Size: 3.6″ × 1.5″ × 1″