PreSonus Studio Channel - Manual (Page 20)

OPERATION
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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 Ratio Attack Release
-4.4 dB 2.6:1 45.7mS 189mS
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 Ratio Attack Release
-6.3dB 3.4:1 188mS 400mS
Electric Guitar. This is a setting for ‘crunch’ electric rhythm guitar. A slow attack helps get the
electric rhythm guitar up close and personal and gives punch to your crunch.
Threshold Ratio Attack Release
-0.1dB 2.4:1 26mS 193mS
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 had to be heard with the right
hand.
Threshold Ratio Attack Release
-10.8dB 1.9:1 108mS 112mS
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 Ratio Attack Release
-11.9dB 1.8:1 0.002mS 85mS
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 Ratio Attack Release
3.3dB 2.5:1 1.8mS 50mS