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Controlling the Rupert Comp 754 plug-in parameters
Rupert Comp 754 is a processor that emulates the compressor/limiter section built into numerous classic
consoles developed by Rupert Neve during the 1960s and 1970s. It is a model that lies at the root of the bus
compressors used as standard items in studios and broadcast stations, and is noted for its smooth and
natural compression sound that does not impair the expressive power of the source. By using VCM
technology, this compressor models the circuits that make lavish use of the audio transformers and discrete
class-A amps (which are the signature of Rupert Neve). Simply applying the compressor lightly will help you
obtain the rich, solid Rupert Neve sound. Even if applied deeply, it will not produce ear-fatiguing peaks or
cause the sound to break up, allowing you to retain the natural tonality while controlling the dynamics and
enhancing the depth and power of the sound.
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METER RESPONSE switch
Selects the meter response speed.
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INPUT ADJUST knob
Adjusts the input gain. However, the output gain changes inversely in tandem with the level of this knob so that
the volume remains the same as the pass-through volume (the volume when COMP IN and LIMIT IN are off). For
example if INPUT ADJUST is +5 dB, the input gain is +5 dB and the output gain is –5 dB.
INPUT ADJUST can be used in the following ways.
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If the input signal level to the effect is too low to reach the threshold, you can raise the input gain.
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You can change the input level to the input circuit (audio transformer or class-A amp) in order to modify
the tonal character.
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