compression Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Threshold
A
the level at which the compressor starts to kick in
2
Q
Ratio
A
how much compression is applied once the threshold has been crossed (for every db of the audio over the threshold a certain amount is reduced. e.g 4:1)
3
Q
attack
A
how quickly the compressor responds to the audio signal once it crosses the threshold.
4
Q
Release
A
how quickly the compressor stops attenuating the audio after the signal falls below the threshold.
5
Q
makeup gain
A
compensates for the volume reduction caused by compression
