Editing the Volume and Tonal Balance (MIXING CONSOLE)
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Using, Creating and Editing Voices

Master Compressor

Compressor is an effect commonly used to limit and compress the dynamics (soft-
ness/loudness) of an audio signal. For signals that vary widely in dynamics, such as
vocals and guitar parts, it “squeezes” the dynamic range, effectively making soft
sounds louder and loud sounds softer. When used with gain to boost the overall
level, this creates a more powerful, more consistently high-level sound. Compres-
sion can be used to increase sustain for electric guitar, smooth out the volume of a
vocal, or bring a drum kit or rhythm pattern further up-front in the mix. The instru-
ment has a sophisticated multi-band compressor that allows you to adjust the com-
pression effect for individual frequency bands—giving you detailed sonic control.
You can edit and save your own custom Compressor types, or conveniently select
from one of the presets.
■Selecting a Master Compressor type
1–3 Same operation as in the “Basic Procedure” on page 88. In step 2,
select the CMP tab.
4Use the [A]/[B] buttons to select a preset Master Compressor type.
Selecting a Master Compressor type automatically sets the parameters (at the
bottom of the display) to the optimum values for the type.
5Press the [F] button to set the Master Compressor to ON.
If you want to edit the Master Compressor parameters, go on to the next operation.
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