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Which type of compressor is known for imparting warmth, color, and harmonics?
Which type of compressor is known for imparting warmth, color, and harmonics?
- Tube compressor (correct)
- VCA compressor
- FET compressor
- Optical compressor
What is the purpose of the release time in compression?
What is the purpose of the release time in compression?
- To avoid the 'pumping' effect
- To attenuate the signal exceeding the threshold
- To set the amount of compression applied to the signal
- To go from the compressed state back to the original non-compressed state (correct)
What does a ratio of 1:1 represent in compression?
What does a ratio of 1:1 represent in compression?
- Medium compression
- Unity gain - no attenuation (correct)
- Moderate compression
- Strong compression
What is the purpose of output gain in compression?
What is the purpose of output gain in compression?
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Which of the following best describes the purpose of compressors and limiters in music production?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of compressors and limiters in music production?
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What does the threshold control on a compressor do?
What does the threshold control on a compressor do?
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What is the purpose of the attack control on a compressor?
What is the purpose of the attack control on a compressor?
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