Crane Song STC-8 - Manual (Page 8)

CONTROL DESCRIPTION (Cont.) PAGE 6
STEREO LINK SWITCH
When in the link mode the gain control, bypass switches, and meter switches still operate inde-
pendently. All other functions are operated by the Channel 1 controls.
BYPASS SWITCH
The bypass switch selects the output signal source. When the unit is bypassed all of the com-
pressor circuitry is removed from the audio path. However, the compressor-limiter continues to
operate in a monitoring mode. The unit defaults to the bypass condition when the power is off.
ATTACK CONTROL
The attack control determines the time it takes the compressor to respond to the input signal and
have gain reduction take place. Zero on the control is fast; 10 is slow.
RELEASE CONTROL
The release control sets the time for the compressor’s gain to return to the point of no gain reduc-
tion in the absence of program. Zero on the control is fast; 10 is slow.
The attack and release times depend on the shape setting, amount of gain change, settings on
the mode and preset switches, and the program material. They all interact and allow the creation
of a wide variety of sounds that are not possible with any other gain control device available.
MODE SWITCH
The mode switch affects both channels identically. In the HARA position the audio path is trans-
parent. The KI position adds warmth and color and works very well with bass or voice source
material. The audio path and the side chain are modified to get this color change and the effect is
also dependent on the attack, release, and shape control settings.