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12.18 Steinberg Maximizer 349
Input (-24 to +24dB)
Allows you to adjust the input gain.
Auto (-24 to +6dB)
Determines the maximum output level.
Release (0.1 to 1000ms or Auto mode)
Sets the amount of time it takes for the gain to return to its original level. If the Auto
button is activated, Limiter will automatically find an optimal release setting that varies
depending on the audio material.
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12.18 Steinberg Maximizer
Maximizer is used to raise the loudness of audio material without the risk of clipping. Option-
ally, there is a soft clip function that removes short peaks in the input signal and introduces
a warm tube-like distortion to the signal.
The following parameters are available:
Output (-24 to +6dB)
Determines the maximum output level. Should normally be set to 0 (to avoid clipping).
Optimize (0 to 100)
Determines the loudness of the signal.
Soft Clip button
When this button is activated, Maximizer starts limiting (or clipping) the signal "softly",
at the same time generating harmonics which add a warm, tube-like characteristic to
the audio material.
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