Selecting BAND SPLIT causes the signal to be split into three separate bands which are processed individually. The effect meter indicates the amount of effect in action. The EFFECT fader sets the amount of Inflator effect applied, where 0.0% leaves the signal unaffected and 100% is maximum effect. Settings above 0.0 give more saturated sounds, whereas settings below 0.0 give cleaner, more subtle results. 0.0 is a good starting point, when the fader is set in the middle of its travel. The CURVE fader sets the characteristic of the Inflator effect. The INPUT fader has up to 12dB of gain for additional input level in order to help the creation of saturation effects, where the Inflator can absorb levels up to 6dB greater than normal digital maximum, as indicated by the input meters. If the CLIP 0dBr button is off, the Inflator is able to process signals beyond the equivalent of the normal digital maximum. As soon as the signal reaches levels of 0dB or greater, overloads will be indicated by the meters. If the CLIP 0dBr button is selected, then the input clips at 0dB, in the same manner as any normal input. The input section can be used in two ways. Significant 'musical overdrive' can be achieved working especially well on individual tracks.
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The full dynamics of the program is largely preserved but with an increase in the average modulation density.Ī further aspect of enhancement provided by the Inflator involves the creation of warmth reminiscent of good 'tube' or 'electronic valve' systems. Use it on single instruments to add presence, softness and depth, or use it on percussion and drum tracks to produce amazing dynamic presence, tightness and volume. Used more subtly, it can add natural warmth and character to acoustic or jazz mixes.
For the same reason, there is absolutely no chance of losing presence or the flattening of percussive attack. Since it is truly a real-time process, there are no time constants involved, as would be the case with limiters and compressors. Its capable of producing much louder mixes without without overloads or compression pumping. The Inflator was developed in response to requests from mixing and mastering engineers who are required to compete on the basis of the overall apparent loudness of their final results. It will even add apparent volume to a full scale white noise signal, or add musicality to previously clipped signals. No matter how limited and crushed program material already is, the Inflator will provide even more loudness.