MULTICOM PRO MDX4400
6.3 The MULTICOM PRO In Broadcast
The main aim of processing sound recordings for commercial radio and television is to achieve a maximum transmission volume at all costs. Owners of these radio and television stations strive to get bigger audience ratings, because principally, radio programs whose reception is louder than the average are preferred by the listener. By achieving a bigger audience, the broadcast station gains more money from the increasing number of promotion companies placing adverts.
What is volume?
Volume is defined as the relationship between the average level of program material to
If you want to run your broadcast station at maximum average volume, proceed as mentioned in chapter 6.1.2 “The MULTICOM PRO In Mastering”. Please make sure that the maximum peak level is below the threshold of the transmitter’s limiter, otherwise this could lead to very hard and audible use of the transmisson limiters. Keep in mind that a heavy increase in average volume by means of compression always leads to a loss in dynamics and an increased perception of side effects. The moderate use of the compressor and the Peak Limiter sections of the MULTICOM PRO result in higher average volumes, free of distortion.
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