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Can I send the output of my mixer to a compressor then bring the signal back to the mixer?

An RP reader has worked out an interesting way of connecting his compressor. Will it work? Or is something going to blow? Read more...

The compressor is a great studio tool. But does it work for live sound? Is there a hidden danger that will keep the engineer on his toes?

A little bit of compression can often do wonders for a recording. But it always adds noise. Always. Why is this so? What can be done?

Everyone knows that you should compress the snare and kick drum. But why should you do it, and how should you do it?

Push your levels too high and you will break the bounds of your system's capability. But will a limiter make things any better, or simply act as another source of distortion?

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The Guy Barzily Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Guy Barzily Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Hear ten PRO microphones on male vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 2. The tests include the ultra-classic RCA 44BX 'Elvis' ribbon mic, the equally classic AKG C12 vintage tube, plus eight other mics you NEED to know. PLUS video recordings of all of the tests in this Multimedia Set™. Mic list: AEA A440, AEA R84, AKG C12, Beyerdynamic M160, Blue Baby Bottle, Bruel & Kjaer (DPA) 4011, Neumann U47, RCA 44BX, STC (Coles) 4038, Violet Design Flamingo The Guy Barzily Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Clyde Meredith Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Clyde Meredith Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Hear ten PRO microphones on male vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 2. The tests include the classic tube Neumann U47, the equally classic STC (Coles) 4038, plus eight other mics you NEED to know. PLUS video recordings of all of the tests in this Multimedia Set™. The Clyde Meredith Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Focusrite Liquid 4PRE All Emulations Tested
Focusrite Liquid 4PRE All Emulations Tested
The Focusrite Liquid 4PRE is a modeling microphone preamplifier. This audio and video Multimedia Set™ tests all 41 emulations. Original session recorded in Abbey Road Studio 3. Focusrite Liquid 4PRE All Emulations Tested
Music Technology School
Music Technology School
Music Technology equipment is complex and puzzling. But not if you understand foundation knowledge such as Additive Synthesis, Subtractive Synthesis, FM Synthesis, MIDI, Sampling and Sequencing. Music Technology School
The Charlotte Roel Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
The Charlotte Roel Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
Hear nine classic and modern microphones on female vocal, recorded in studio master quality at Abbey Road Studio 3. The tests include classic tube Neumann U47 and AKG C12 mics, plus five other amazing mics you NEED to know (some costing as little as $300!). PLUS video recordings of all of the tests. The Charlotte Roel Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 3
Class D Power Amplification
Class D Power Amplification
"Class D Power Amplification" starts by explaining how conventional power amplifiers work, including Class A, Class B, Class AB and Class C. It goes on to show how and why Class D power amplifiers are smaller, lighter and more efficient than conventional types. It also goes on to explain Class G and Class H. Essential reading for the live sound engineer. Class D Power Amplification
Four Exotic Microphones on Acoustic Guitar
Four Exotic Microphones on Acoustic Guitar
Three tube mics, one ribbon mic compared on acoustic guitar. From the super-low-cost CAD M9 and Golden Age Project TC1 all the way up to the mega-expensive Telefunken ELA M12F. These tests show, in audio and video, exactly how these mics sound on a Martin OM-21 acoustic guitar in a variety of positions. Instantly downloadable. Four Exotic Microphones on Acoustic Guitar
The Insider's Guide to Working in a Pro Recording Studio
The Insider's Guide to Working in a Pro Recording Studio
Have you ever wondered what it's like to work in a PRO recording studio? Now you can find out what it's like to start at the bottom, and work your way up to Recording Engineer and Producer. Don't you wish you could do that? The Insider's Guide to Working in a Pro Recording Studio
An Introduction to Equalization
An Introduction to Equalization
"An Introduction to Equalization" shows you the science, technology and art of EQ. From filters through tone controls to full SSL-style console EQ, "An Introduction to Equalization" explains all of the foundation knowledge you need to know. Covers recording studio EQ techniques, and the important differences in live sound. If you don't know the material covered by "An Introduction to Equalization", then you simply don't know EQ. An Introduction to Equalization
The Nicola Dines Microphone and Preamplifier Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Nicola Dines Microphone and Preamplifier Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Three amazing microphones and two amazing preamplifiers tested at Abbey Road Studio 2. This Multimedia Set™ includes the original Studio Master recordings, 48 kHz and AAC versions for easier downloading, videos in both high and medium resolution, and session notes. You will see and hear clearly the differences between the three microphones and two preamplifiers. Also, each preamplifer is demonstrated in two settings, giving further examples of how they can sound. The Nicola Dines Microphone and Preamplifier Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Line Array Loudspeaker Systems
Line Array Loudspeaker Systems
"Line Array Loudspeaker Systems" shows you how the most popular loudspeaker system for pro live sound works. You will learn why the line array is better than any other loudspeaker system for almost any type of venue; the technology and science of line arrays; how to work with line array loudspeaker systems for live sound in practice. Line Array Loudspeaker Systems
Hands On: The Neumann U87 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
Hands On: The Neumann U87 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
The Neumann U87 is the world's most popular microphone - certainly the most desired. Find out exactly what it's like to get your hands on one and use it to its full potential in Hands On: The Neumann U87 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Hands On: The Neumann U87 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
Equipping Your Home Recording Studio
Equipping Your Home Recording Studio
Choose the right equipment, and you can make pro-quality recordings right from the start - even with a basic setup. Choose the wrong equipment and you may spend years sorting out a studio setup that is right for you. And all the time you spend doing that, you could have been recording. Equipping Your Home Recording Studio
The Craig Neil Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
The Craig Neil Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Ten great microphones tested in this audio and video Multimedia Set. Includes the AEA A440 active ribbon microphone, AEA R84 ribbon, STC (Coles) 4038 ribbon, RCA 44-BX vintage ribbon, Beyerdynamic M160 ribbon, Neumann U47 vintage tube, AKG C12 vintage tube, Bruel & Kjaer 4011 capacitor, Blue Baby Bottle capacitor, Violet Design Flamingo vacuum tube. The Craig Neil Microphone Test at Abbey Road Studio 2
Talking to Rupert Neve - the Father of Mixing Console Design
Talking to Rupert Neve - the Father of Mixing Console Design
Rupert Neve, the best-known mixing console designer in the world, shares his knowledge and insights in this vintage interview from his heyday in 1987. Talking to Rupert Neve - the Father of Mixing Console Design