TC electronic SDN BHD Gold Channel - Manual (Page 31)

THE BLOCKS
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Attack
The Attack time is the response time that the Compressor uses
to reach the gain reduction specified by the Ratio parameter.
Example: If the input signal suddenly increases to 4 dB above
threshold in no time with the Ratio set to 4:1 and the Attack
set to 20ms, the Dynamic EQ will use 20ms to reach the gain
reduction of 3 dB.
Release
Release sets the fall-back time of the Dynamic EQ, after the
signal drops below the Threshold.
Freq
Sets the center frequency of the range the Dynamic EQ should
work in.
Curve
Sets the bandwidth or Lo/Hi shelf setting of the range the
Dynamic EQ should work in.
Monitor
Here you can monitor the Sidechain signal, which is very
useful to hear what the Dynamic Equalizer actually removes
from the main signal
Input
When placed on Ch. 1, you can select the Sidechain Input to
be either the Same (Ch. 1) or Ch. 2.
Example: If you select to have Sidechain input from Ch. 2,
you can go to the Layout page and select Ch. 1 Pre, as input to
Ch. 2. Now you have all the blocks on Ch. 2 for processing
the sidechain signal on Ch. 1. You can also have a completely
different input on Ch. 2.
NOTE: When two blocks are linked, you cannot select Ch. 2
as input for Ch. 1 Sidechain.
Digital Radiance Generator
The DRG TM (Digital Radiance Generator) adds low
order (especially second) harmonic distortion to the
signal. This kind of distortion is very analog-like, and
will add a certain warmth to your material. This is
what is sometimes called “tube saturation”.
Drive
The DRG drive is adjustable from 0 (minimum) to 10
(maximum) distortion.
Curve
If your material is asymmetric (percussive/speech, etc.), the
plus/minus parameter will change the sound of the DRG.
R.I.A.A. Equalization
The R.I.A.A. equalization algorithm is a standard
frequency curve that, when added to the signal,
enables you to plug your turntable into the mic
inputs and listen to your records. Note that you
must still adjust the input gain.
You can choose between the IEC standard from 1964 or 1987.
The 1987 curve includes a subsonic filter.
Make balanced connections as shown in drawing below.
Warning: Do not switch +48V phantom power On when
connected to your turntable to avoid potential damage to your
pick-up.