SoundCraft Vi1, User Manual

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DE-ESS Function
A de-esser is normally used to reduce the sibilance (“s” components) in a singer’s voice.
Soundcraft Vi Series™ includes a real de-esser function that works as dynamically controlled filter. The
filter can be set using the FREQ and Q encoders.
If the de-esser is active, the signal level will be reduced only in the band set by the filters, when the signal
in this band exceeds the required threshold.
Gain Reduction Meter
The De-esser GRM, a 5-segment bar-graph is located on the right-hand side of the dynamic touch field on
the screen.
SENS Field
Encoder adjusts the effect’s sensitivity value between 0 – 100%.
{IN} enables the DE-ESSER.
ES SOLO Field
{ES SOLO} switches the filtered processing signal to the solo bus.
FREQ Field
Encoder adjusts the centre frequency of the dynamic de-esser filter.
Q Field
Encoder adjusts the width of the dynamic de-esser filter.
MODE
Encoder selects the operational mode, either GATE or De-esser.
HINT: The de-esser filter can also be swept to mid and low frequencies as well as high, so the
de-esser can also be used to deal with problem resonances on drums, bass and other
instruments.