Some Advice Rqd On THIS Compressor!

Posted on Oct 28, 2004 07:41 am
cocofromscotland
Hello!
Member Since: Jan 12, 2004

Here is some info on a nice, cheap compressor I spied for approx £60 ($120 USD). Can you let me know if it'll be any good or if its price reflects is quality based on the following and based on my needs (y'all know, geetars and vocals ONLY bein compressed, one track at a time).

Cheers....

SAMSON S COM 368-510
Additional features: Advanced Circuit Design utilizing low noise operational amplifiers and high quality VCAs. 12 Segment LED Meters for Input/Output and Gain Reduction. Expander/Gate with Variable Trigger Control and Switchable Fast/Slow Release. Servo Balanced Inputs and Outputs on XLR and 1/4" Connectors. SKD (Smart Knee Detector) Circuit Switches from Soft to Hard Knee based on the level of input signal applied. AEG (Auto Envelope Generator) Mode constantly adjusts the compressor's Attack and Release Times.

And more info....

The Samson S com is a dual-channel, single rack space stereo compressor designed to control signal levels in a variety of applications. S com's logical design and layout make it simple to understand and easy to use. Its sonic integrity offers clean, distortion free audio, and a predictable, usable range of control from undetectable to clearly identifiable. Each channel combines an Expander/Gate, a Compressor/Limiter and a fully adjustable Enhancer. This unique circuit reduces noise, increases loudness and recovers high frequencies that might otherwise be compromised when audio is heavily compressed. The Spectra switch adds a mid-band boost to the detector circuit to help smooth out harsh vocals. The Expander/Gate features a variable Threshold control and switchable (fast/slow) Release time. The Gate's operation is easily visible with twin (open and closed) LEDs. The S Com's Compressor/Limiter controls include Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, and Output. The Auto function continuously analyzes the audio input, and automatically adjusts the attack and release parameters based on the changing level. A Key input and Key Listen feature provides for external triggering, or EQ, of dynamically processed signals.


Many Thanks...

Coco.

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