The Creamy Compressor does not change the tone of your instrument, most Compressor change the sound of the instrument for the sake of the compressor. The Creamy Compressor allows the full frequency of your instrument to pass through, this is why it sounds more like Studio Compressor. It is the Warmest, Smoothest compression you have ever heard. Plus, it can be set for unity gain, or turn it up! for a Boost!