Overview
Learn essential audio compression techniques in this 44-minute tutorial focused on Logic Pro's Compressor plugin. Master fundamental concepts like compression ratio, threshold, make-up gain, knee, attack, and release parameters while exploring practical applications across various instruments. Discover how to effectively compress drums, bass, acoustic guitars, and vocals through detailed demonstrations. Explore different circuit types, gain reduction techniques, and advanced concepts like two-stage compression. Follow along with hands-on examples that showcase compression's impact on different audio sources, from kick drums to vocal tracks. Gain professional mixing insights through real-world applications and comprehensive explanations of compression parameters, distortion types, and mix blending techniques.
Syllabus
Introduction, What is Compression?
Vocal Compressor Example
Gain Reduction
Circuit Types
Ratio & Threshold
In/Out Gain, Make-Up Gain
Attack & Release Time
Knee
Limiter
Distortion Types
Mix Blend
Circuit Types on Kick
Snare Drum
Vocals
Two-Stage Compression Trick
Bass Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Wrap-Up, Playthrough
Taught by
MusicTechHelpGuy