The Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor is a Caline compressor pedal, currently around $38. Close alternatives include the HomeBrew Electronics CPR Compressor Retro and the Mosky Audio Roller. It pairs well with the Fender Bassman Combo Amp and the 1959 Fender Tweed Deluxe.
Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor
Caline · pedal
The Caline CP-509 Stack Attack is a multi-effect pedal combining preamp, overdrive, and compressor functions in one compact unit, offering players a versatile, budget-friendly way to stack multiple tonal-shaping stages without needing separate pedals. Built by Caline, a manufacturer known for affordable, feature-dense effects, it targets players wanting flexible gain-staging in a single, space-efficient pedal.
What stands out
“Built by Caline, a manufacturer known for affordable, feature-dense effects, it targets players wanting flexible gain-staging in a single, space-efficient pedal”
— from the listing
“Valued for combining three distinct functions (preamp, overdrive, compressor) in one affordable, compact unit, letting players achieve stacked tonal shaping”
— from the community notes
“The Caline CP-509 Stack Attack is a multi-effect pedal combining preamp, overdrive, and compressor functions in one compact unit, offering players a versatile, budget-friendly way to stack multiple tonal-shaping stages”
— from the listing
“Combining preamp, overdrive, and compressor functions in one pedal is a genuinely space- and cost-efficient design, replicating a multi-pedal signal chain in a single unit”
— from the reviews
“Standout strength is the multi-function "Stack Attack" design itself, a genuinely practical space and cost saver for players who would otherwise need three separate pedals”
— from the community notes
- compressor
- stage
- flexible gain staging
- compressor functions
- multi pedal signal chain
Price updated Oct 24, 2026
Amps that pair well with the Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor
Fender Bassman Combo Amp
amplifier
11% matchFender Bassman Combo Amp leans toward crunchy, and that's a real, usable character to pair with
Comes later in the signal chain
1959 Fender Tweed Deluxe
Fender
11% matchWhat 1959 Fender Tweed Deluxe brings here leans toward transparent — that's worth building a pairing around
Comes later in the signal chain
Synergy SL2 Module
Synergy
tonal matchComes later in the signal chain
Synergy SL2 Module goes after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor in the chain
Mesa/Boogie JP-2C John Petrucci Signature 60/100-Watt
Mesa Boogie
tonal matchComes later in the signal chain
Put Mesa/Boogie JP-2C John Petrucci Signature 60/100-Watt after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor
Ceriatone 2202H
Ceriatone
tonal matchComes later in the signal chain
Ceriatone 2202H goes after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor in the chain
Egnater Tweaker 88 Head
Egnater
tonal matchComes later in the signal chain
Put Egnater Tweaker 88 Head after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor
Marshall Studio JCM900 SN20H
Marshall
tonal matchComes later in the signal chain
Put Marshall Studio JCM900 SN20H after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor
Hughes & Kettner Warp 7
Hughes & Kettner
tonal matchComes later in the signal chain
Hughes & Kettner Warp 7 goes after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor in the chain
Pedals that stack with the Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor
Paul Cochrane Timmy
Paul Cochrane
8% matchPaul Cochrane Timmy's own transparent character is the real reason this is worth trying
Comes later in the signal chain
Xotic RC Booster
Xotic
8% matchXotic RC Booster leans toward transparent, and that's a real, usable character to pair with
Comes later in the signal chain
Dunlop - MXR Carbon Copy Deluxe Analog Delay
Dunlop
5% matchDunlop - MXR Carbon Copy Deluxe Analog Delay's analog warmth voice goes after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor in the signal chain — it's not there to compete with Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor's own dynamic character — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Comes later in the signal chain
Empress Echosystem
Empress
5% matchEmpress Echosystem's pristine voice goes after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor in the signal chain — it's not there to compete with Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor's own dynamic character — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Comes later in the signal chain
Dr. Scientist Frazz Dazzler V2
Dr Scientist
tonal matchComes later in the signal chain
Dr. Scientist Frazz Dazzler V2 goes after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor in the chain
Warm Audio Jet Phaser
Warm Audio
tonal matchComes later in the signal chain
Put Warm Audio Jet Phaser after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor: modulation reads clearest once the core tone is set
Donner Big Mouth Distortion
Donner
tonal matchComes later in the signal chain
Donner Big Mouth Distortion goes after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor in the chain
Demon FX Gladiator Double Preamp Just
Demon Fx
tonal matchComes later in the signal chain
Demon FX Gladiator Double Preamp Just goes after Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor in the chain
Cheaper alternatives
Boutique & premium upgrades
Universal Audio Uafx Max Preamp & Dual Compressor
Universal Audio
67% similarityShared character: compressor, stage
Rocktron Reaction Compressor
Rocktron
59% similarityShared character: compressor
Olinthus Pillbug Compressor
Olinthus
58% similarityShared character: compressor, attack
TC Electronic Classic Sustain
TC Electronic
56% similarityShared character: compressor, stage
Demon FX CK Compressor
Demon Fx
55% similarityShared character: compressor, attack
Origin Effects SlideRIG Compact Deluxe
Origin Effects
53% similarityShared character: compressor, stage
Similar charactersee all similar tone character →
HomeBrew Electronics CPR Compressor Retro
Homebrew
66% similarityShared character: dynamic control, compressor
Mosky Audio Roller
Mosky Audio
60% similarityShared character: dynamic control, compressor
Dr. Green The Aspirin Compressor
Dr Green
53% similarityShared character: compressor
DigiTech XMS Main Squeeze Compressor Sustainer
Digitech
52% similarityShared character: dynamic control, compressor
Line 6 Constrictor
Line 6
51% similarityShared character: compressor
Donner Ultimate Comp
Donner
51% similarityShared character: compressor, attack
Questions people ask
What are good alternatives to the Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor?+
The closest matches in character are the HomeBrew Electronics CPR Compressor Retro, the Mosky Audio Roller, the Dr. Green The Aspirin Compressor. Budget picks: Kokko FCP2 Mini Compressor, Rowin LEF-333 Comp, Donner Sustain. Boutique upgrades: Universal Audio Uafx Max Preamp & Dual Compressor, Rocktron Reaction Compressor, Olinthus Pillbug Compressor.
What pairs well with the Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor?+
Strong matches from rig and tone-complementarity evidence: Fender Bassman Combo Amp, 1959 Fender Tweed Deluxe, Synergy SL2 Module — Fender Bassman Combo Amp leans toward crunchy, and that's a real, usable character to pair with.
How much does the Caline CP-509 Stack Attack Preamp/Overdrive/Compressor cost?+
Around $38 (live listing price, updated Oct 24, 2026).
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