Best Compressors for Vocals 2026
The human voice is one of the most dynamic and expressive sound sources you’ll ever record — and not just from opera singers and heavy metal... Read more »
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How Do Compressors Work?
Basic Compressor Designs Variable Mu Optical FET VCA Compressor Controls Threshold Attack Release Ratio Knee Gain Makeup Using Your Compressor I... Read more »
Nov 18, 2021, 8:00 AM
Agustin Barreto: The Musician Behind Univision
Agustin Barreto is one of the industry’s most talented bass guitarists. And, as a composer, he’s crafted more award-winning television and film... Read more »
May 16, 2019, 8:00 AM
6 Easy Ways to Add Analog Vibe to Your Digital Recordings
Regardless of your recording philosophy, no one embraces the sterile sound commonly associated with digital audio. If the coveted analog sound... Read more »
Apr 24, 2019, 8:00 AM
Getting a Great Lead Vocal Sound – 7 Tips from the Pros
The lead singer is at the top of the pyramid when it comes to live sound. The foundation is the bass and drums, with the other instruments... Read more »
Apr 15, 2016, 4:38 PM
Tim Timmons shares his Journey of Faith and Music
Mitch Gallagher interviews contemporary worship musician Tim Timmons. He talks with Mitch about his early years playing music, his current... Read more »
Aug 5, 2015, 9:06 AM
Fortify Your 500 Series Rack with dbx Processing
In 1976, when dbx introduced the original 160 — with its punchy, clean sound and vanishingly low distortion — many recording engineers... Read more »
May 26, 2015, 7:10 PM
Sweet dbx Deal!
The original dbx 160a compressor is famous for its OverEasy compression mode, which provides smooth-sounding dynamics control, making it great... Read more »
Mar 4, 2015, 9:07 AM
dbx 560A Compressor/Limiter 500 Series Module Overview by Sweetwater Sound
Get the dbx 560A module here: Jeff Phillips from dbx presents the 560A compressor/limiter 500 series module. After the video, click the link... Read more »