Sound Definitions

Techniques : audio level compression : side chaining

Some compressors implement side chaining. This feature uses the dynamic level of another input to control the compression level of the signal. This is used by disk jockeys to lower the music volume automatically when speaking, for example (known as ducking). Another use is in music production, to maintain a loud bass track, while still keeping the bass out of the way of the bass drum when the drum hits.

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