Tl-audio 5021 User Manual download pdf (Page 21)

7. When gain reduction is taking place, you should notice that the output

level is reduced. By switching the compressor ‘in’ and ‘out’, you can

compare the levels and the subjective sound quality of the original and

compressed signals. With the compressor active, use the Gain Make-

Up control to set the level so that when disabling the compressor, there

is no level drop. This way you can A/B the original and compressed

signals without the levels changing.

8. At this stage if you are unfamiliar with compression you should

experiment with each control to see how it affects the sound. Until you

are familiar with using compressors it can be difficult to hear these

changes, as a good compressor will retain the natural sound of the

source signal. If in doubt aim to use compression gently as it can be

difficult to compensate for over-compression. On the other hand there

are no rules, so if extreme settings get you the effect you are after, the

choice is yours. Let your ears be the guide.

9. For stereo signals or mixes, channels A and B need to be linked by

activating the ‘Stereo Link’ switch in the centre of the 5021. This

enables both channels to react equally whenever a signal on either

channel exceeds the threshold point. To maintain a consistent stereo

image the controls on both channels need to be set to the same values.

6. SPECIFICATIONS

Line Inputs: Balanced XLR, switchable +4dBu/+18dBu nominal

level. Unbalanced jack, switchable -10dBu/+4dBu

nominal.

Instrument Input: Via front panel 0.25” jack socket,

Input Impedance 1Mohm.

Input Gain Range: +/-20dB (Line), -2dB to +38dB (Instrument).

Maximum Input Level: +26dBu (Line), +10dBu (Instrument).

Outputs: Balanced XLR, switchable +4dBu/+18dBu nominal

level. Unbalanced jack, switchable -10dBu/+4dBu

nominal.

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