PreSonus AudioBox USB - Manual (Page 44)

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Left/Right (Stereo) Overheads. The low ratio and threshold in this
setting gives a “fat” contour to even out the sound from overhead
drum mics. Low end is increased, and the overall sound is more
present and less ambient. You get more “boom” and less “room.”
Threshold hold Rat Ratio io Att Attack ack Release
-13.7 dB 1.3:1 27 ms 128 ms
Fretted Instruments
Electric Bass. The fast attack and slow release in this setting will tighten
up the electric bass and give you control for a more consistent level.
Threshold hold Rat Ratio io Att Attack ack Release
-4.4 dB 2.6:1 45.7 ms 189 ms
Acoustic Guitar. This setting accentuates the attack of the
acoustic guitar and helps maintain an even signal level, keeping
the acoustic guitar from disappearing in the track.
Threshold hold Rat Ratio io Att Attack ack Release
-6.3 dB 3.4:1 188 ms 400 ms
Electric Guitar. This is a setting for “crunch” electric rhythm
guitar. A slow attack helps to get the electric rhythm guitar “up
close and personal” and gives punch to your crunch.
Threshold hold Rat Ratio io Att Attack ack Release
-0.1 dB 2.4:1 26 ms 193 ms
Keyboards
Piano. This is a special setting for an even level across the keyboard. It is
designed to help even up the top and bottom of an acoustic piano. In other
words, it helps the left hand to be heard along with the right hand.
Threshold hold Rat Ratio io Att Attack ack Release
-10.8 dB 1.9:1 108 ms 112 ms
Synth. The fast attack and release on this setting can be used for
synthesizer horn stabs or for bass lines played on a synthesizer.
Threshold hold Rat Ratio io Att Attack ack Release
-11.9 dB 1.8:1 0.002 ms 85 ms
Orchestral. Use this setting for string pads and other types of synthesized orchestra
parts. It will decrease the overall dynamic range for easier placement in the mix.
Threshold hold Rat Ratio io Att Attack ack Release
3.3 dB 2.5:1 1.8 ms 50 ms
5.2 A Brief Tutorial on Dynamic Processing