Sustain - CS3 is a really strrong compressor. Apparently it lessens noise and restores signal fidelity. Boss CS-3: When I first reviewed this pedal around 2007, I focused on a modified version sold by "Humphrey Mods" on Ebay.Honestly, an expectation bias convinced me that the stock one MUST be inadequate, and the modded one MUST sound much better. Modded CS3- removed the white noise and added headroom and bass to the overall sound of the pedal. Buy the Monte's mod! Our members also liked: I’m seriously considering getting my CS-2 modded with the Monte Allums CS-2 “Hi fi” mod. User review from El Phaco about Boss CS-3 Compression Sustainer - Modded by Monte Allums : An interesting mod for the price SD-1 - Monte Allums SD-1 mod SD-1 - Monte Allums SD808 mod CS3 - Monte Allums Ultra Plus mod I decided to go with Monte Allums mods exclusively because his prices are so reasonable and most of the reviews on them were positive. Hey guys. Boss CS3 modded with Monte Allum's Opto Mod kit Selling Tips + EXCLUSIVE SHIPPING DISCOUNT INSIDE! All user reviews for the Boss CS-3 Compression Sustainer - Modded by Monte Allums. Price includes shipping to CONUS. Thumbs up. Like; Tweet +1; Submit; Average Score: 4.0 (4/5 based on 1 review) 1 user review: 100 %: Not satisfied with those reviews?Request a new review. I have the CS3 the second efect in my chain, right after the Noise reduction Boss NS2 (actually in it's loop). No international shipping, please. $50/obo shipped (Dropped!) Boss CS3 modded with Monte Allum's Opto Mod kit. Guitar Effects Canada Monte Alums Modded Boss CS-3 [MACS3OPTOP] - Guitar Effects Canada - Monte Allums Modded Boss CS-3 Opto + This is a brand new Boss CS-3 from our store stock modded with the Monte Allums Opto + kit. The Strymon and ditto X2 are new purchases while the Boss CS3 was recently upgraded with a Monte Allums Mod. However, it was nearly impossible to get a clear idea of their sound by watching YouTube videos. It turned out great.. made that pedal smooth and clear. I'm re-writing my review now to correct this exaggeration. Ditto X2- you guys know how great this pedal is. I performed the "Ultra Opto Plus" mod from Monte Allums. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the Dual Stack adapter and chips this pedal requires a 9Volt power supply to operate. Comes in original box with Monte Allums decal and paperwork explaining how to take advantage of the mods. The mod'ed CS-3 works great for tasty compression after a drive/fuzz box especially. I have it set to 9-10 o clock, which is strong enough. Method of payment is Paypal. By Born 2B Mild, August 25, 2008 in Amps and Cabs For Sale. Compressor/Sustainer for Guitar Boss CS-3 Compression Sustainer - Modded by Monte Allums: 13 images, 1 classified and 1 user review I just finished modding my friend's Boss CS-3 Compressor pedal. Super bright white LED installed. SOLD: Boss CS-3 Compression Sustainer with Monte Allums Opto mod I don't know much about compressors, but this one sounded good for what I used it for (non-squashy, mildly compressed tones that don't sound or feel compressed). Sign in to follow this . Start new topic; Recommended Posts. Followers 0. Pushing the sustain all the way up it will really squeeze your sound and bring up the noise.