Reference Guide

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ProChannel (Producer only)
The ProChannel signal flow is divided into three stages, each with its own bypass toggle:
• Compressor. The Compressor module lets you limit the dynamic range and balance the overall
level. Compression makes the loud parts of the signal quieter, resulting in a more even level. For
more information, see “Compressor stage” on page 934.
• Equalizer. The Equalizer module allows you to fine tune the frequency spectrum of your music
or sound. You have control over six individual bands, which allows you to attenuate or boost
specific frequency ranges and shape the overall characteristics of the audio signal. Equalization
may also be applied creatively, to add presence or enhance certain frequencies, to remove noise,
hum or low-end rumble, for special effects or numerous other purposes. For more information,
see “Equalizer stage” on page 939.
• Tube Saturation. Digital audio recordings can sometimes sound sterile and lifeless. The Tube
Saturation module employs advanced analog vacuum-tube circuit modeling, which allows you to
apply ultra-high-quality analog warmth and saturation to individual tracks and full mixes. Under
the hood are dynamic, virtual vacuum-tubes that mimic the “animated” nature of their real, analog
counterpart as they respond to different audio input. The result is the coveted warm, lively and
realistic analog sound of classic vacuum-tube processors and amplifiers. For details, see “Tube
Saturation stage” on page 942.
The Routing section shows the current effect chain and allows you to reorder the effect modules. For
more information, see “Routing” on page 943.
To show/hide ProChannel
To show/hide ProChannel in the Console view, click the Modules menu, then click ProChannel.
To show/hide ProChannel in the Inspector, click the ProCh button at the top of the Inspector.
To expand/collapse ProChannel
Click the Expand/Collapse button in the Inspector or Console view.
To close all instances of ProChannel, hold down the CTRL key and click any Expand/Collapse
button .
Note: When expanding ProChannel in the Inspector, ProChannel fills the entire width of the
Inspector. When expanding ProChannel in the Console view, ProChannel extends to the right
of the channel strip.