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Audio Compression Threshold and Ratio

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What is the primary function of output gain in a compressor?

To add color and character to the audio signal

To reduce the noise floor

To compensate for the loss caused by attenuating the signal (correct)

To increase the speed of compression control

Which type of compressor is known for its transparent compression and versatility across various audio sources?

FET Compressors

VCA Compressors (correct)

Variable-Mu Compressors

Opto Compressors

What is the primary advantage of using an infinite ratio (inf:1) in a compressor?

It adds warmth and character to the audio signal

It turns the compressor into a limiter (correct)

It increases the attack time of the compressor

It allows for more precise compression control

Which type of compressor is best suited for electric guitars, bass, and vocals, and is known for providing a vintage vibe?

FET Compressors Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary interaction that governs compression's fundamental questions?

Threshold and ratio Signup and view all the answers

What determines the percentage of signal reduction above the threshold in compression?

Ratio Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of a compressor on the signal below the threshold?

It has no effect on the signal Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the attack time in a compressor?

To control the time it takes for the signal to become fully compressed Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a soft knee and a hard knee in a compressor?

The way the compressor shifts between the non-compressed and compressed states Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of a ratio of 4:1 in a compressor?

1 dB of signal allowed for every 4 dB of excess signal Signup and view all the answers