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If the COMPOSER PRO is preceding this system, the signal peaks can be eliminated before they reach the
limiters of the processing system. The sound quality therefore remains natural and free of side effects caused
by the changing frequencies of the crossover.
6.4 The COMPOSER PRO in broadcast
The main aim of processing sound recordings for commercial radio and television is to achieve a maximum
transmission volume at all costs. Owners of these radio and television stations strive to get bigger audience
ratings, because principally, radio programs whose reception is louder than the average are preferred by the
listener. By achieving a bigger audience, the broadcast station gains more money from the increasing number
of promotion companies placing adverts.
What is volume?
Volume is defined as the relationship between the average level of program material to peak-to-peak level, in
response to amplitude and duration. The higher the average level and the time it remains at a high level, the
louder the program material will be perceived by the listener.
If you want to run your broadcast station at maximum average volume, proceed as mentioned in chapter
6.1.2 The COMPOSER PRO In Mastering. Please make sure that the maximum peak level is below the
threshold of the transmitters limiter, otherwise this could lead to very hard and audible use of the transmisson
limiters. Keep in mind that a heavy increase in average volume by means of compression always leads to a
loss in dynamics and an increased perception of side effects. The moderate use of the Compressor and the
Peak Limiter sections of the COMPOSER PRO result in higher average volumes, free of distortion.
6. SPECIAL APPLICATIONS
