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FACTORY PRESETS
FM Presets
1981A/O92 – by Jesse Graam
Designed to capture the spirit of one of the most famous analog processing setups of the 1980’s, “1981A/O92” is a 7-band
preset that uses tight ratios over threshold in the lowest band for strong consistent bass regardless of source material with
looser ratios in the mid-bands to keep vocals and drums open. It also takes advantage of the WB AGC2 in the “Bass Only” mode
to deliver an especially solid low end and uses the parametric EQ to “pre-load” the highs which then receive a good dose of
fast compression and limiting to deliver a familiar-sounding top end. An excellent, easy-to-listen-to preset for 70’s and 80’s
formats.
Barbeque Sound – by Rob Morsink
If you like a lot of “sizzle” with your music, “Barbeque Sound” brings it on and sends the highs out front to be noticed. The
multi-band AGC’s use an Infinite:1 ratio under threshold and looser ratios over threshold, providing higher density in lower-
level audio and more openness in louder sounds. Fast multi-band release times offer up density and spectral consistency while
the WB AGC-2 operating in the “Bass Only” mode gives low-end transients like kick-drums some extra punch.
Big Bottom– by Leif Claesson
As the name implies, a thundering and broad low-end is the hallmark of this 6-band preset. The strong bass is created by a
combination of the parametric EQ, the WB AGC-2 in “Bass Only” mode, and a final boost in the Band Mix. Vocals are pushed
a bit farther back in the mix in favor of the strong low end, and Infinite:1 ratios in all bands of the multi-band AGC at all times
creates a dense and consistent output, conjuring up the general sound of another un-named but ubiquitous processor known
for its bass texture and consistency. If there’s bass to bring forward in the music, “Big Bottom” will find it.
Big Iron – by Jesse Graam
“Big Iron” is a 4-band preset dedicated to the glory days of radio and emulates the characteristics of such notable compressors as
the ART VLA and the Dorrough DAP 310. It provides a warm, open, vocal sound and won’t attempt to aggressively re-equalize
the original spectral balance of the source material. It makes use of Omnia.9’s multi-stage AGC sections prior to the multi-band
compressors as well as the Gain Reduction Override feature in the multi-band section. It’s competitively loud on the dial, but
still punchy.
Celeste – by LeeXS
A fast-acting WB AGC and Infinite:1 ratios over threshold in the multi-band AGC’s give “Celeste” a consistent sound on a wide
variety of source materials. It’s strong, warm, and round bass texture and smooth midrange make it a good choice for smooth
R&B or light AC stations who value long-term listening and an easy sound over all-out loudness.
Classical/Jazz – by Leif Claesson
“Classical/Jazz” is a 3-band preset designed to provide gentle wideband and multi-band dynamics control without interfering
with the original spectral balance of the music. It is not designed for loudness, as it utilizes a modest amount of slow multi-band
gain riding and minimal final clipping. It has a much wider gain range than corresponding presets in most other processors,
yielding excellent consistency and listenability at lower volumes (such as an office setting) or in noisy environments (in cars).
This preset works equally well with classical and jazz programming.
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