The Mastering Show #4 - Compression
Apr 01, 2016•55 min
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Episode description
Compression explained - using pillows and punchbags. Yes, you read that right ! And in this show we also talk about:
- Why mastering compression is all about loudness. Except it’s not.
- How compression in mastering is different than in mixing
- How to make mastering compression invisible
- Ian’s suggested starting-point settings for mastering compression
- Why you might want to use multi-band compression
Links
Using compression to add punch, warmth and power to your mix
http://productionadvice.co.uk/using-compression/
What is compression ? Sponges hold the answer
http://productionadvice.co.uk/what-is-compression/
Multiband compression – the mastering engineer’s secret weapon?
http://productionadvice.co.uk/multiband-compression-for-mastering/
Gregory Scott - Demolishing Compression Myths
https://www.attackmagazine.com/features/columns/gregory-scott-demolishing-the-myths-of-compression/
Cheers !
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