Of course, we now have the software compressor and, as computer power has advanced, so has the accuracy with which a plug-in compressor can not only control the dynamics of an input signal, but do so in a way that emulates the specific characteristics of classic hardware models. ![]() ![]() Each approach has its own sonic characteristics, and these differences have led experienced mix engineers to prefer specific compressor designs for particular mix tasks. As Mike explains, compression has been implemented using a number of different circuit topologies including VCA, vari-mu, optical and FET technology, as well as hybrid designs. It’s hardly surprising, therefore, that it has been discussed many times in the pages of SOS and back in the September 2009 issue, Mike Senior provided his ' Compression Made Easy' article that forms an excellent ‘Compression 101’ class. Positive Grid’s latest plug-ins let you craft your own boutique compressor designs without ever touching a soldering iron.Īlongside equalisation, compression is perhaps the most widely used processing tool within the mixing and mastering processes. ![]() ![]() The Pro Series optical compressor: LA-2A-inspired but with the option to swap out virtual components.
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