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2.11. Dynamics: Comp260
This is an analog-flavored compressor built using Yamaha’s proprietary VCM (Virtual Circuitry
Modeling) technology. It emulates the characteristics of compressors and limiters of the mid-1970s,
which are now a standard for live sound reinforcement. This compressor has faithfully modeled the
VCA (Voltage Controlled Amplifier) circuit and the RMS (Root Mean Square) detection circuit.
Compression curve (Knee) can be set to Hard, Medium, or Soft. Attack time and release time are
variable. The preset settings recreate the fixed value of the early legacy models. Designed under the
supervision of top SR engineers, the parameter effects have been optimized for live sound
reinforcement.
When placing this in the design sheet, select either Mono, Stereo or Multi. The illustrations used in the
following explanation are for the case of Stereo.
The bottom input is for inputting the key-in signal.
2.11.1. ”Comp260” component editor
When Multi is selected, the meter is not displayed. Please use the separate Meter component.
2. Audio Components
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