Preset Applications - TC Electronic C300 User Manual

This chapter describes the C300 programs
and their suggested applications. You are of
course encouraged to experiment and twist
controls to reach an optimal result for your
specific application.
Composite
Use the composite preset when you have a
complex or many faceted signal like a full-mix
signal. You can use it in compressor mode or in
expander mode and it delivers true multi-band
processing. That means that the C300 does the
work for you – what was previously a complex
operation has now become a simple operation
thanks to the optimized composite preset.
Applied algorithm in Comp/Lim mode:
Multi-band Compression + Peak Limiter
Applied algorithm in Exp/Gate mode:
Wideband Expansion
Female vocal
The female vocal preset is tailor made for high
pitched vocals. Use it as a compressor or
expander to bring out the sonic qualities of your
taste. You'll immediately be amazed about the
audible perfection you can attain with this multi-
band preset.
Applied algorithm in Comp/Lim mode:
Multi-band Compression + Peak Limiter
Applied algorithm in Exp/Gate mode:
Wideband Expansion
Male vocal
Male vocals can become a bit muddy due to
their lower pitch. For optimal clarity and
performance, you should apply this multi-band
expander/compressor preset, which brings out
the true essence of your vocals.
Applied algorithm in Comp/Lim mode:
Multi-band Compression + Peak Limiter
Applied algorithm in Exp/Gate mode:
Wideband Expansion
Voc. Choir
If you want your backing vocals to stand out,
while preserving the group like character that a
band of singers have, the Voc. Choir preset will
do the job. Use the compressor to control the
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gain of your source or use the expander to
lower the noise floor.
Applied algorithm in Comp/Lim mode:
Multi-band Compression + Peak Limiter
Applied algorithm in Exp/Gate mode:
Wideband Expansion
Speech
For pure speech and oratory signals, you
should use the Speech preset. It is optimized
for signals with a lesser dynamic fluctuation
than what you'll find in e.g. vocals. The preset
is a true multi-band preset in both compressor
and expander mode.
Applied algorithm in Comp/Lim mode:
Multi-band Compression + Peak Limiter
Applied algorithm in Exp/Gate mode:
Wideband Expansion
Bass guitar
One thing that all bass players hate, is
unintentional muddy-ness to their sound. The
bass guitar preset will make sure that your bass
is smack in the face. Apply this multi-band
compressor or expander for great results on
your bass sound. Now you can avoid the low
frequencies triggering your compressor and
retain the sonic qualities of your entire signal.
Applied algorithm in Comp/Lim mode:
Multi-band Compression + Peak Limiter
Applied algorithm in Exp/Gate mode:
Wideband Expansion
Electric guitar
Most often electric guitars have no problem
getting through in the mix. But sometimes the
sonic quality could be better, as the signal
easily gets too loud or unwillingly distorted. The
Electric Guitar preset works wonders as an
expander/compressor in true multi-band mode.
Applied algorithm in Comp/Lim mode:
Multi-band Compression + Peak Limiter
Applied algorithm in Exp/Gate mode:
Wideband Expansion
Acoustic guitar
Acoustic guitars have a subtleness that is
delightful to listen to. Yet sometimes subtleness