Other Functionalities - Arturia EQ SITRAL-295 User Manual

3.3.4. Other functionalities

• We have already mentioned that there are several buttons and switches on
the right side of the Main Control Panel. The first one is M/S, which stands for
Mid/Side. Mid/Side is another way to control the stereo image, used in different
recording environments. For a more detailed explanation, please refer to the
Side mode [p.17]
• Right below M/S, you have the Auto Gain button. This button compensates
for changes in volume due to EQing, balancing the output level so that it is
similar to the input level. You may try it yourself. Since what we've done has
probably changed the output volume, pressing this button may change it back to
something equivalent to the Input;
• We have already talked about the Link button, labeled with two interlocking rings.
By default it is on, linking both channels. Unlinking them allows to process each
channel independently;
• Range is a very important feature. We've already said that less can be more.
This is a perfect example. By changing this control, you can soften the EQ curve.
This way, you can start at more extreme values, and then soften them by simply
turning Range. Give it a try!
• "Charakter" (another German word whose meaning is clear enough) changes
the color of SITRAL-295. This is pretty subtle, so don't expect sudden and very
noticeable changes. The original is the behavior of the main EQ unit modeled,
while "Alternativ" gives a slightly different color, after another analog EQ unit.
This alternative mode saturates the low frequencies when they are at a high
level, which might add a nice touch. Please try both, and see if you can notice a
difference (and, more importantly, if you like it).
And that's it. These are just a few examples of what you can do with EQ SITRAL-295. This
is a very musical EQ, capable of some subtle (or not so subtle) tone sculpting. It has a lot to
offer, and if you pay attention to detail and invest some of your time to learn how to use it,
you will be able to get the most out of it. As always, use your ears and persevere, to find the
best and more interesting ways of using it.
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explanation in the Control Panel chapter of this manual.
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