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* '''Axe-Fx III''': 2 blocks | * '''Axe-Fx III''': 2 blocks | ||
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* '''Axe-Fx II''': 2 blocks | * '''Axe-Fx II''': 2 blocks | ||
* '''AX8''': no | * '''AX8''': no | ||
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=Channels or X/Y switching= | =Channels or X/Y switching= | ||
| − | * '''Axe-Fx III''' | + | * '''Axe-Fx III''' and '''FM3''': 2 channels |
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* '''Axe-Fx II''': no | * '''Axe-Fx II''': no | ||
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| − | =What | + | =What is a Multiband Compressor= |
A multiband compressor (MBC) consists of multiple compressors working in parallel, each operating on a separate band of frequencies. Fractal Audio's Multiband Compressor blocks contains 3 compressors. These compressors work independently, so "pumping" in one band does not affect the others. An MBC is often used as a mastering tool. | A multiband compressor (MBC) consists of multiple compressors working in parallel, each operating on a separate band of frequencies. Fractal Audio's Multiband Compressor blocks contains 3 compressors. These compressors work independently, so "pumping" in one band does not affect the others. An MBC is often used as a mastering tool. | ||
| − | [[Owners Manuals| | + | More information: |
| − | + | * [[Owners Manuals|Owners Manuals]] | |
| − | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynamic_range_compression#Multiband_compression | + | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynamic_range_compression#Multiband_compression Wikipedia] |
[http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/multiband-comp-on-heavy-guitars.143014 Leon Todd's tutorial on applying Andy Sneap's multicompression trick to improve palm muting] | [http://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/multiband-comp-on-heavy-guitars.143014 Leon Todd's tutorial on applying Andy Sneap's multicompression trick to improve palm muting] | ||
| − | = | + | =Configure the Multiband Compressor= |
| − | In-depth programming of the Multiband Compressor is possible, but even at default settings it's performing fine. | + | In-depth programming of the Multiband Compressor is possible, but even at default settings (placed after Amp/Cab) it's performing fine. |
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=h-XicaRUbzM Leon Todd shows how to dial in the MBC for high-gain tones] | [http://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=h-XicaRUbzM Leon Todd shows how to dial in the MBC for high-gain tones] | ||
| − | =Parameters | + | Or just check factory preset "Multicomp Plexi". |
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! '''Parameter''' | ! '''Parameter''' | ||
! '''Axe-Fx III / FM3''' | ! '''Axe-Fx III / FM3''' | ||
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| Crossover Frequency | | Crossover Frequency | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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|- | |- | ||
| Frequency Range | | Frequency Range | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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|- | |- | ||
| Threshold | | Threshold | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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|- | |- | ||
| Ratio | | Ratio | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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| Attack | | Attack | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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| Release | | Release | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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| Level | | Level | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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| Detector | | Detector | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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| Mute | | Mute | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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| Knee Type | | Knee Type | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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| Crossover Slope | | Crossover Slope | ||
! yes | ! yes | ||
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Revision as of 07:38, 12 February 2020
Contents
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Available on which products
- Axe-Fx III: 2 blocks
- FM3: 1 block
- Axe-Fx II: 2 blocks
- AX8: no
- FX8: no
Channels or X/Y switching
- Axe-Fx III and FM3: 2 channels
- Axe-Fx II: no
What is a Multiband Compressor
A multiband compressor (MBC) consists of multiple compressors working in parallel, each operating on a separate band of frequencies. Fractal Audio's Multiband Compressor blocks contains 3 compressors. These compressors work independently, so "pumping" in one band does not affect the others. An MBC is often used as a mastering tool.
More information:
Leon Todd's tutorial on applying Andy Sneap's multicompression trick to improve palm muting
Configure the Multiband Compressor
In-depth programming of the Multiband Compressor is possible, but even at default settings (placed after Amp/Cab) it's performing fine.
Leon Todd shows how to dial in the MBC for high-gain tones
Or just check factory preset "Multicomp Plexi".
Parameters
| Parameter | Axe-Fx III / FM3 |
|---|---|
| Crossover Frequency | yes |
| Frequency Range | yes |
| Threshold | yes |
| Ratio | yes |
| Attack | yes |
| Release | yes |
| Level | yes |
| Detector | yes |
| Mute | yes |
| Knee Type | yes |
| Crossover Slope | yes |
