Compression ratio is the level of gain reduction that takes place in relation to the input signal. The higher the ratio the more compression that takes place. What Is Compression Ratio? Getting the right ratio is crucial for creating natural […]
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If you’re reading this article it’s because you’re about to embark on mixing your own vocals. It can be a daunting task, but I have been recording and mixing vocals for ten years and have learned just about everything you
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Compression is a crucial tool in any mixing engineer’s kit. It reduces the dynamic range of an audio signal by attenuating the loudest transients and boosting the overall sound. The loudest and quietest parts are now closer in volume, giving
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In short, the compressor threshold is the volume that your audio signal must exceed before the compressor begins to do its job. It will idly sit by until the designated dB is breached, whereupon it jumps into action and applies
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Is it necessary to use mix bus compression if you’ve balanced the individual tracks and used volume automation as needed? It’s all a matter of aesthetics. Art is subjective after all. When choosing to mix with bus compression it is
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