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THRESHOLD
Whenever a signal exceeds the level set by this control, the compressor will start to act at the ratio set by the RATIO control. This control also provides automatic
TIP: The Auto Make Up of the Dynamics on SSL Consoles provides a very intuitive and fast way to change compression on multiple channels. Before applying the proper level balance between channels with the faders, experienced SSL Operators start with activating the dynamic sections and roughly adjusting it individually on all channels.
It is then a lot easier and quicker to achieve a first good sounding rough mix.
RELEASE
Sets the time constant (speed) with which the
compressor returns to normal gain settings once the signal has passed its maximum.
FAST ATT
Provides a fast attack time (3mS for 20dB gain reduction).
When off, the attack time is program dependent between 3mS – 30mS.
Gain Reduction Meter
The yellow and red LEDs, on the bottom of the LED display area, indicate the amount of gain reduction (compression).
The green LED Meters indicate the amount of gain reduction on the expander/gate. (next section)
Gate/Exp Section
The gate/expander section contains a number of useful features including a variable range from 0 to 40dB, a variable threshold from
By default, the Gate/Expander section functions as an ∞:1 gate. When the EXP button is pressed, the section becomes a 2:1 expander.
RANGE
Determines the depth of gating or expansion. When turned fully anticlockwise (Range = 0), this section is inactive.
When turned fully clockwise, a range of 40dB can be obtained.
THRESHOLD
A Variable hysteresis is incorporated in the threshold circuitry. For any given ʻopenʼ setting, the Expander/Gate will have a lower ʻcloseʼ threshold. The hysteresis value is increased as the threshold is lowered. This is very useful in music recording as it allows instruments to decay below the open threshold before gating or expansion takes place.
RELEASE
This determines the time constant (speed), variable from 0.1 to 4 seconds, at which the Gate/Expander reduces the signal level once it has passed below the threshold. Note that this control interacts with the Range control.