Detail 01
Threshold and Amount
Set when compression starts and its overall intensity.
Product detailSKU #1500000477617
Thorn SoundlabsSteam Flex Compressor Pedal - Red
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Steam Flex is an all-analog compressor for guitar players who want detailed control of dynamics. Threshold and Amount establish when and how much compression is applied, while Attack and Release let you tailor its response to each note. Switch to Auto when you want the pedal to manage those timing settings itself, or use Manual for direct adjustment. The Detail control restores high-frequency content and articulation under heavier compression, and Output sets the pedal’s level.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Tightening rhythm parts while retaining control over threshold, amount, attack, and release.
- Lead setups where compression and the Detail control are used to add sustain and articulation.
- Players who want either automatic timing or manual attack and release adjustment.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Auto/Manual switch
Chooses automatic attack/release timing or direct manual adjustment.
Detail 03
Detail control
Restores high-frequency content and articulation that heavier compression can reduce.
Detail 04
Output control
Sets the pedal’s output level.
Detail 05
True bypass
The pedal uses true-bypass switching when disengaged.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Use a 9V DC center-negative power supply capable of 29mA.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the Steam Flex analog?
Yes. It uses an all-analog signal path.
02Can I set attack and release myself?
Yes. Select Manual mode and use the dedicated Attack and Release controls.
03What does Detail do?
It restores high-frequency content and articulation under heavier compression.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsPickups & controls
- Controls
- Threshold, Amount, Attack, Release, Detail, Output
- Switches
- Auto/Manual
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
3 detailsConnections & power
- Outputs
- 1 x 1/4 inch
- Inputs
- 1 x 1/4 inch
- Power Supply
- 9V DC center-negative
4 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 0.84
- Depth
- 4.72 inch
- Width
- 3.70 inch
- Height
- 1.50 inch
4 detailsOther
- Current Draw
- 29mA
- Bypass
- True bypass
- Product Type
- Compressor pedal
- Model
- TH STEAM
