Compression Basics
A compressor is used to control the dynamic content of
a signal. It can be used either for leveling out the
signals dynamics (thus letting your guitar sound stand
out clearer), or for immediately recognizable sustaining
effects.
Illustration - Signal Compression
Compressor Parameters
6 – Threshold
Range: -40 dB to 0 dB
The THRESHOLD knob on the NOVA Dynamics pedal
is equivalent to what is called “sustain” on many other
pedals. Basically it sets the threshold level where the
compressor kicks in. The lower the threshold, the less
input level the compressor needs to start compressing
and the more sustain you will get. Turn the
THRESHOLD knob counter-clockwise for more
compression (= lower threshold) and clockwise for less
compression.
7 – Level
Any degree of compression, and especially “heavy”
compression, will cause a reduction in output volume.
Use the LEVEL knob to compensate for this or to even
boost the signal.
8 – Attack
The Attack time is the response time of the
Compressor. The shorter the Attack time, the sooner
the Compressor will reach the amount of compression
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