Waves 2500 user manual Product Overview

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1.2 Product Overview

1.2 Product Overview

The API 2500 is a versatile dynamics processor that lets you shape the punch and tone of mixes with absolute accuracy. Its dual channel design lets the 2500 also function as two separate mono channels via a single compression setting. Using auto-makeup gain, you can adjust Threshold or Ratio while automatically maintaining a constant output level. With both Feed Back and Feed Forward compression types, the API 2500 boasts a wide range of incredibly musical parameters which have made it a favorite of engineers the world over.

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Contents Waves API TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1 - Introduction 1.1 Welcome1.2 Product Overview 1.3 Concepts and Terminology KneeThrust Type 1.4 Components Chapter 2 - Quickstart Guide Chapter 3 - Controls and Interface 3.1 Compressor SectionThreshold 3.2 Tone Section L/R Link 3.3 Link SectionShape 3.4 Meter Display Clip LEDSwitchable Display Modes Meters3.5 Output Section DefaultDefault AnalogDefault DefaultMake-Up Turns Auto Make-UpGain on and off4.2 Preset Handling Preset TypesChapter 4 - The WaveSystem 4.1 The WaveSystem ToolbarLoading Presets and Setups Saving Presets and SetupsPut into Preset Menu As… Save to New File…Deleting Presets 4.3 Interface ControlsA/B Comparison and Copying Toggle ButtonsValue Window Buttons SlidersHover Box Multiple Selection of ControlsPage Appendix A - API 2500 Controls