OPERATION
Compression Basics
A compressor is used to control the dynamic content of a signal. It can be used either for leveling out the signals dynamics (thus letting your guitar sound stand out clearer), or for immediately recognizable sustaining effects.
Illustration - Signal Compression
Compressor Parameters
6 – Threshold
Range:
The THRESHOLD knob on the NOVA Dynamics pedal is equivalent to what is called “sustain” on many other pedals. Basically it sets the threshold level where the compressor kicks in. The lower the threshold, the less input level the compressor needs to start compressing and the more sustain you will get. Turn the THRESHOLD knob
7 – Level
Any degree of compression, and especially “heavy” compression, will cause a reduction in output volume. Use the LEVEL knob to compensate for this or to even boost the signal.
8 – Attack
The Attack time is the response time of the Compressor. The shorter the Attack time, the sooner the Compressor will reach the amount of compression
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