Rob Mayzes discusses in length “parallel compression”, a sound recording and engineering technique that has been shown to create a quality sound and really affect the way the final audio product is rendered. Mayzes discusses the definition of what the technique really is, his personal method and opinion on what can be achieved with said technique, and offers several very helpful tips for experts and beginners on how the technique can be used to one’s benefit. The article also challenges the reader to try the technique and to not be afraid of taking risks in their projects.
Key Takeaways:
- Parallel compression makes drum and vocal tracks sound more exciting.
- Parallel compression can be used subtly on the entire mix to increase character or thickness.
- Listen critically to determine if parallel compression improved the sound or simply made it louder.
“Rather than applying compression directly to an audio source, parallel compression is the act of applying compression to a duplicate of that audio source.”
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