Dynamic Processing

Question 1

Which instrument is most commonly used to trigger side chain compression?

Answer 1

Kick drum.

Question 2

What type of rhythm is very commonly used with side chain compression?

Answer 2

4 on the floor.

Question 3

Name the compressor parameters you would use to control side chain compressor.

Answer 3

• Ratio.
• Threshold.
• Attack.
• Release.

Question 4

How do the threshold and ratio need to be set for side chain compression if we want heavy compression?

Answer 4

High ratio, low threshold.