Actually either can be responsible for stiffness. My shocks are adjustable for rebound, but you can also get shocks adjustable for rebound and compression.
But aftermarket springs on stock shocks is a no-no. It would be like buying a 400hp turbo kit with a car that has 135/70x13" tires.
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