Virtual Bassist

Virtual Bassist
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Compressor
A compressor is a tool to control the dynamic range of an audio signal.
Technically speaking, it consists of an envelope detector controlling a
voltage controlled amplifier. Practically it limits volume peaks and al-
lows you to boost the volume of the quieter parts of the signal. Use it
to accentuate attacks or increase the sustain of your bass notes.
Setting up the Compressor:
1. Select which frequency band of the bass sound you want to compress:
2. Use the Amount knob to set the level of compression from 1 (gentle)
to 6 (hard).
3. The Speed knob determines how fast the compressor reacts to a sig-
nal from 1 (quickly) to 6 (slowly).
• To accentuate the bass attacks try setting the Compressor to FULL,
Amount to 2 and Speed to 3.
• To lift the sustain of single bass notes try setting the Compressor to
SPLIT, Amount to 4 and Speed to 1.
FULL Compresses the whole frequency range, perfect for accentuating attacks.
LOW Compresses the lower frequency band, increasing the amount of bass.
HIGH Compresses the higher frequency band, also increasing fret noise (see
page 31) and fret buzz (see page 31).
SPLIT Compresses the high and the low frequency bands independently, resulting
in a soft, dense overall compression. Also increases sustain.