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Subject: compression in software
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Original Message 1/3 19-Jul-98 @ 12:04 AM - compression in software
This may sound silly but I have a problem with compression using my computer to record. I use SAWplus and on the voacl tracks I use the compressor limiter module to even out the sound. It is very good and does a wonderful job (it is helpful how you can see how the compressor and limiter will visually affect the waveform) but unfortunately the way I use it it is only functional during mixing down. I want to set up a limiter on recording to stop the channel overloads which are so common to vocalists as they change dynamic all the time. Is this possible through software, eg. a third party prgram that constantly adjusts the levels before SAW actually records the waveform or will I need to buy an external compression/limiter module to adjust the levels before they enter the soundcard? Or finally is this possible with SAWplus but I just don't know it? I also have VST although I tend to use it more for sequncing as SAW is more accessible for audio tracking. Does VST have a facility or plug-in to adjust the gain or mixer settings real-time during recording to give the same effect?
Message 2/3 19-Jul-98 @ 08:21 PM - RE: compression in software
obviously... a compressor is needed to be applied before the sound reaches the input...... if a compressor is working in s/w...even if it processes prior to committing to h/d... it is still only compressing the post input sound... so it can effect the dynamics... but not give you a higher input level.... dunno if any of the cheaper ones compress before saving.......sorry... anyone?... still, a decent compressor on the mic is probably a good investment..... or even a unit with a decent mic pre-amp, eq, and compression is a great bonus.....
Message 3/3 22-Jul-98 @ 07:15 PM - RE: compression in software
I would wholeheartedly recommend an external compressor to effect the signal before it ever got into the inputs of your audio card. There are many to choose from...ranging in price ($200-$2000)...but you should seriously consider a tube based processor. They can radically enhance & warm the sound before it ever gets to the cold & brittle digital domain.
Try an ART TubePAC. It's a single channel Tube Pre-amp/Tube compressor-limiter all rolled into one. The process is quite transparent and affordable. $200-250 US
Try an ART TubePAC. It's a single channel Tube Pre-amp/Tube compressor-limiter all rolled into one. The process is quite transparent and affordable. $200-250 US
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