Compression:SettingTheControls

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Threshold sets the level above which compression takes place. Signals below the threshold will remain unaltered. Turning the control clockwise lowers the threshold level and allows more of the signal to be compressed.

Ratio is the 'strength' of compression above the threshold level. The higher the ratio, the greater the effect.

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At a compression ratio of 2:1, the effect is mild and suitable for the subtle compression of vocals or of a complete mix. At 12:1, compression is becoming stronger and more noticeable. Ratios between 3:1 and 15:1 are suitable for the 'compressor' sound, used as an effect in its own right. Higher ratios are used for the control of extremely peaky signals.

The point where the slope of the Compressor curve changes is knows as the Knee. The DN500 Plus has an adjustable knee, variable between 'Hard' and 'Soft':

Hard Knee

Soft Knee

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Increasing signal level

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Klark Teknik DN500 manual Compression Sett ing T he Control s

DN500 specifications

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