what is the best vocal compressor?

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"John Washburn" <johnwashburn99@nyc.rr.com> wrote in message
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> The GML does something the different. The RNC in Supernice mode is just
> using three stages of light compression in series--each stage only
> compresses a little so you get fewer artifacts for a given amount of
> compression netting a more transparent sound for a given amount of gain
> reduction.
>


The RNC is a really great compressor- it is known for being a really clean
compressor- not imparting a particular sound on the source while it is
compressing- as such, is there a reason why you would not use Super Nice
Mode almost all the time, except maybe for limiting?

Thanks!

~j

 

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"Jason McClelland" wrote:
> "John Washburn" wrote:
> >
> > The GML does something the different. The RNC in Supernice mode is just
> > using three stages of light compression in series--each stage only
> > compresses a little so you get fewer artifacts for a given amount of
> > compression netting a more transparent sound for a given amount of gain
> > reduction.
> >
>
>
> The RNC is a really great compressor- it is known for being a really clean
> compressor- not imparting a particular sound on the source while it is
> compressing- as such, is there a reason why you would not use Super Nice
> Mode almost all the time, except maybe for limiting?
>

Well, the super nice mode is really slow for one. It's also a little too
"syrupy" for certain things, meaning it makes everything a little smoother,
which may not be what you'd want.

But then, I actually like how gnarly and aggressive it can be in regular
mode, especially compared to other inexpensive compressors which don't take
nearly as much abuse nearly as well.

-jw

 

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If you're talking high end compressors....Avalon 747 is some serious
piece of equipment. If you're on a budget, the RNC would probably be a
good choice. Also try the PSP Vintagewarmer plug-in...I use it on
pretty much every track I do...it's pretty good for compressing
prerecorded stuff or running it on a final mix.