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Empress Effects compressor - User Manual

Empress Effects compressor
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Summary

Introduction to Empress Compressor

Understanding Compression Basics

Empress Compressor Controls Overview

Ratio Control Functionality

Explains the ratio knob, its settings (2:1, 4:1, 10:1), and its impact on gain reduction.

Input Level Adjustment

Details how the input knob sets the signal level entering the circuit, affecting compression.

Attack Time Control

Describes the attack knob's function, controlling reaction speed to incoming signals.

Sidechain Connector Use

Explains the sidechain loop for signal alteration and its accepted plug type.

Release Time Setting

Details the release knob's function, determining how quickly the compressor returns to initial level.

Empress Compressor Features at a Glance

Meter Display Explanation

Describes the 10-segment LED meter for input gain, gain reduction, or both.

Output Level Adjustment

Explains the output knob's function in setting the overall output level.

Mix Control for Signal Blending

Details the mix knob for blending dry and compressed signals for parallel compression.

Bypass Stompswitch Operation

Explains the function of the bypass stompswitch and its LED indicator.

Quickstart Guide and Settings

Added Control Starting Point

Suggests a setting for consistency and sustain while retaining dynamics.

Chicken Pickin Setting

Provides a setting for achieving a compressed country sound.

Advanced Sidechain and Meter Usage

Sidechain Functionality Details

Further explanation of the sidechain connector loop and its use with bass guitar.

Detailed Meter Functionality

Explains the 10-segment LED meter showing input gain, gain reduction, or both.

Empress Compressor Specifications

Empress Effects compressor Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAnalog Compressor
Power Supply9V DC
True BypassYes
Input Impedance1 MΩ
BypassTrue Bypass
TechnologyVCA
Power Requirements9V DC