C Com 16 Features - Samson C COM16 Owner's Manual

The Samson C Com 16 dynamics processor utilizes the latest technology in gain management design. Here are
some of its main features:
• Full featured, stereo dynamics processor with 15 Pre-sets covering a full range of typical compression
jobs for live sound and recording.
• User programmable MANUAL mode with variable control of SENSITIVITY, ATTACK, RATIO, RELEASE
and OUTPUT.
• Selecting a pre-set PROGRAM is easy by using the 16-position, rotary PROGRAM selection control and
the dual color LED's with legends indicating the selected dynamics program.
• SKD (Smart Knee Detector) switches from soft to hard knee based on the level of input signal.
• AEG (Automatic Envelope Generator) mode constantly adjusts the Compressor's Attack and Release
times based on input signal. Manual adjustment of Attack and Release time is also facilitated.
• Enhancer circuit to help restore high frequencies that are sometimes lost as a result of heavy gain reduc-
tion.
• 6 Segment LED Input/Output Meter, plus 6 Segment LED Gain Reduction Meter.
• External KEY insert point provides for external processing of the side chain signal.
• High quality variable resistors provide smooth control.
• Easy to read and operate LED, backlit push switches.
• +4 and –10dBu operating levels can be selected using the OUTPUT LEVEL switch.
• Advanced electronics incorporating high quality VCA's and low noise op-amps providing a transparent
signal path.
• Oversized, rubber bumpers with tilting feet allow several Samson C class units to be stacked and tilted in
an ergonomically correct operating position.
• EIA standard 19" rack mounting using the optional CRK2 rack mount kit.
• The stylish bead blasted, electric blue anodized front panel is as easy to read as it is to look at.
• Three-year extended warranty.

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