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NGTUBECOMP USER MANUAL V2
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What It Does to the Signal
Vari-mu compression subtly shapes transients and balances dynamics without sounding overly aggressive or
clinical. It adds a natural glue to mixes and tracks, introducing a bit of tube saturation and harmonic richness
along the way. This makes it a favorite tool in mastering, vocals, drums, and bus processing, where
transparency and musicality are key.
The compression curve is typically soft-knee, and the time constants (attack and release) are often program-
dependent—reacting dynamically to the input signal for highly adaptive control.
Why It’s Important in ngTubeComp
In the ngTubeComp, the vari-mu tube isn't just part of the compression circuit—it’s an integral part of the unit’s
sound. The compression tube is always in the signal path, even when no gain reduction is occurring. This
ensures that the warm, rich character of tube coloration is always present, providing subtle harmonics and
analog tone regardless of compression depth.
This design allows ngTubeComp to be used both as a compressor and as a tube coloration/saturation unit,
giving engineers greater flexibility and sonic character in any mode—DUAL, STEREO, or MID-SIDE.
The Tube control on the front panel further enhances this by adjusting the gain staging into the compression
tube, allowing you to shape how hard the signal hits the tube, without affecting the amount of compression
thanks to an adaptive internal circuit.
In Summary
Vari-mu compression in ngTubeComp delivers the time-tested elegance of tube-based dynamic control with
the flexibility and precision of modern hybrid design. It’s not just about leveling peaks — I t’s about bringing
depth, color, and musical cohesion to your signal.
3.2.2.1 Feedback Mode – The Classic Vari-Mu Approach
In traditional vari-mu designs, compression is implemented using a feedback topology—and this is
also the default mode in ngTubeComp.
In a feedback compressor, the gain reduction control signal is derived from the output of the compression
stage. This means the compressor reacts to what has already happened to the signal, allowing for smoother,
more musical, and program-dependent behavior. The reaction is inherently adaptive, softening transients and
leveling dynamics in a way that feels natural and unobtrusive.
This approach is ideal for musical material that benefits from transparent dynamic control, such as vocals,
acoustic instruments, or full mixes, where the compression should follow the music, not lead it.
Because feedback mode is the foundation of vari-mu design, it maintains the non-linear compression curve
and soft-knee characteristics that define the classic tube compressor sound.
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Productinformatie
| Merk | WesAudio |
| Model | ngTubeComp |
| Categorie | Niet gecategoriseerd |
| Taal | Nederlands |
| Grootte | 17543 MB |
