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reacts to signals above the threshold level, while r
time it takes for the compression to stop after the signal drops below
the threshold. Optimum settings depend on the audio material being
compressed. Longer a
ttaCK
but with the trade off of letting peaks pass that might distort subsequent
stages. Shorter r
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processing more complex or sustained material, r
longer. Note that even at the shortest a
some time to analyse the signal and react to it.
Activating the l
a
ooK
Head
(32 samples) so that the compression algorithm can foresee peaks before
they happen, and be ready to process them instantly.
Label
Threshold
Gain L, Gain LM, Gain
HM, Gain H
Ratio L, Ratio LM,
Ratio HM, Ratio H
times let through more percussive transients,
times can work well with percussive sounds. When
time, the compressor needs
ttaCK
button delays the audio by a very short amount
Sets the level above which compression begins.
Sets the amount of post-compression amplification for each band.
Sets the amount by which the signal is compressed. At 1 there is no compres-
sion and the output signal equals the input signal. At the maximum setting
signal levels are "clamped" to the threshold level (i.e., the compressor acts as a
limiter).
sets how much
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times have to be
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Function
Range
Unit
-8...0
dB
-2..+2
dB
1..[inf]
KORE 2 – 168
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