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- Page 1 Waves API 2500 User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
A/B Comparison and Copying ..........................19 4.3 I ............................19 NTERFACE ONTROLS Toggle Buttons..............................19 Value Window Buttons............................20 Sliders ................................20 Hover Box .................................20 Multiple Selection of Controls ...........................20 TAB Functions ..............................20 APPENDIX A – API 2500 CONTROLS ........................22 Waves API 2500 User Manual - 2 -... -
Page 3: Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1 – Introduction 1.1 Welcome Thank you for choosing Waves! In order to get the most out of your Waves processor, please take the time to read through this manual. In conjunction, we also suggest that you become familiar with www.wavesupport.net. There you will find an extensive Answer Base, the latest Tech Specs, detailed Installation guides, new Software Updates, and current information on Authorization and Registration. -
Page 4: Product Overview
1.2 Product Overview The API 2500 is a versatile dynamics processor that lets you shape the punch and tone of mixes with absolute accuracy. Its dual channel design lets the 2500 also function as two separate mono channels via a single compression setting. Using auto-makeup gain, you can adjust Threshold or Ratio while automatically maintaining a constant output level. -
Page 5: Concepts And Terminology
1.3 Concepts and Terminology There are 3 main parameters that set the API 2500 from other compressors: Thrust, Compression Type, and its adjustable Knee. When used in conjunction with one another, these parameters give the API 2500 unprecedented flexibility. Knee Sets the knee, the manner in which the compressor begins to reduce the gain of the signal. - Page 6 • In Loud mode, a gradual linear filter attenuates level by 15dB at 20hz and increases level by 15dB at 20khz. This decreases low frequency pumping while increasing higher frequency compression. Waves API 2500 User Manual - 6 -...
- Page 7 • In Old (Feed Back) mode, the RMS detector receives a signal from the VCA output, and then feeds the VCA a signal based on the set signal ratio. Waves API 2500 User Manual - 7 -...
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Page 8: Components
The API 2500 has two component processors: API 2500 Stereo – A stereo compressor that may also be used as two parallel mono processors. API 2500 Mono – A mono compressor with an external sidechain option. -
Page 9: Chapter 2 - Quickstart Guide
For those of you who are experienced users of audio signal processing tools, we recommend that you approach the API 2500 as you would any compressor which you are already familiar. Keep in mind that its Thrust, Compression Type, and Knee parameters offer capabilities that transcend other, more conventional, processors. -
Page 10: Chapter 3 - Controls And Interface
Chapter 3 – Controls and Interface 3.1 Compressor Section Waves API 2500 User Manual - 10 -... - Page 11 Variable Release Controls the release time with a continuously variable knob . (Please note: Release control must be set to Variable.) Range .05 seconds to 3 seconds in steps of 0.01ms Default .5sec Waves API 2500 User Manual - 11 -...
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Page 12: Tone Section
Range Loud, Med, Norm Default Norm Type Sets the Compression type, which determines the signal source being fed to the RMS detector. Range Feed Back, Feed Forward Default Feed Forward Waves API 2500 User Manual - 12 -... -
Page 13: Link Section
Link control voltage to not include certain frequencies. Different filter combinations can be used, for example, to prevent percussive instruments on one channel from coupling and causing unwanted compression on the other channel. Range HP, LP, BP, Off Default Waves API 2500 User Manual - 13 -... -
Page 14: Meter Display
3.4 Meter Display Meters The API 2500’s Meters display dBFS. The Gain scale displays the amount of gain reduction during compression with the 0 point located at the far the right, which allows higher gain reduction scale resolution.. The API 2500 is capable of up to 30dB of reduction. -
Page 15: Output Section
3.5 Output Section Analog Turns the Analog modeling on and off. Range On/Off Default Output Controls the output level in 0.1dB steps Range +/-24dB Default Waves API 2500 User Manual - 15 -... - Page 16 Turns Auto Make-Up Gain on and off. Range Auto, Manual Default Auto Acts as a master bypass for the entire compression chain. When set to Out, all compressor functions are bypassed. Range In/Out Default Waves API 2500 User Manual - 16 -...
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Page 17: Chapter 4 - The Wavesystem
All Waves processors feature the WaveSystem toolbar which takes care of most administrative functions you will encounter while working with your Waves software. The features of the WaveSystem toolbar are the same on practically all Waves processors, so familiarity with its features will be helpful whichever processor you are using. -
Page 18: Loading Presets And Setups
Save the current settings into a User Preset that will always be in your Load menu (until deleted). You will be prompted to give this preset a name. User Presets are stored in the plug-in’s preference file. Waves API 2500 User Manual - 18 -... -
Page 19: Deleting Presets
(bypass, solo, or monitoring toggles) illuminate when the control is active. Some processors have link buttons between a pair of toggle buttons, allowing click-and-drag adjustment while retaining the offset between the controls. Waves API 2500 User Manual - 19 -... -
Page 20: Value Window Buttons
This second method is useful when you want to select two (or more) controls that are separated on the GUI by other controls you do not wish to select. TAB Functions TAB moves the ‘selected’ status to the next control, with shift-TAB moving in the reverse direction. Waves API 2500 User Manual - 20 -... - Page 21 Additionally, the Mac has an option-TAB function for ‘down’ movement and shift-option-TAB for ‘up’ movement where applicable. If you have several Value Window Buttons selected, TAB functions will take you through the selected controls only. Waves API 2500 User Manual - 21 -...
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Page 22: Appendix A - Api 2500 Controls
Appendix A – API 2500 Controls Control Range Default Threshold +10dBu to -20dBu 0dBu Attack .03ms, .1ms, .3ms, 1ms, 3ms, 10ms, 30ms Ratio 1.5:1, 2:1, 3:1 4:1 6:1 10:1 inf:1 Release .05sec, .1sec, .2sec, .5sec, 1sec, 2sec, Var .5sec .05 to3sec in steps of 0.01ms .5sec...