Waves 2500 user manual Quickstart Guide

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Chapter 2 – Quickstart Guide

For those of you who are experienced users of audio signal processing tools, we recommend that you approach the API 2500 as you would any compressor which you are already familiar. Keep in mind that its Thrust, Compression Type, and Knee parameters offer capabilities that transcend other, more conventional, processors.

Newer users should explore the API 2500’s preset library and use its presets as starting points for their own experimentation. These presets also serve as a valuable introduction to compression techniques in general, and offer a glimpse into the workflow of professional audio engineers.

We encourage all users to experiment with the API 2500’s settings in order to better understand its unique processing power.

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Contents Waves API TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.1 Welcome Chapter 1 - Introduction1.2 Product Overview Knee 1.3 Concepts and TerminologyThrust Type 1.4 Components Chapter 2 - Quickstart Guide 3.1 Compressor Section Chapter 3 - Controls and InterfaceThreshold 3.2 Tone Section 3.3 Link Section L/R LinkShape Clip LED 3.4 Meter DisplaySwitchable Display Modes MetersDefault 3.5 Output SectionDefault AnalogDefault DefaultMake-Up Turns Auto Make-UpGain on and offPreset Types 4.2 Preset HandlingChapter 4 - The WaveSystem 4.1 The WaveSystem ToolbarSaving Presets and Setups Loading Presets and SetupsPut into Preset Menu As… Save to New File…4.3 Interface Controls Deleting PresetsA/B Comparison and Copying Toggle ButtonsSliders Value Window ButtonsHover Box Multiple Selection of ControlsPage Appendix A - API 2500 Controls