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Samson S-COM PLUS User Manual

Samson S-COM PLUS
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COMPRESSOR / LIMITEREXPANDER/GATE
GAIN REDUCTION dB INPUT / OUTPUT LEVEL dB
30 24 2127 18 15 9 612 4 2 1 -30 -18 -12-24 -6 -3 +3 +60 +9 +12 +18
FAST
SLOW
RELEASE SPECTRA KEY AUTO I/O METER
COMPRESSOR / LIMITEREXPANDER/GATE
CH 2
GAIN REDUCTION dB INPUT / OUTPUT LEVEL dB
30 24 2127 18 15 9 612 4 2 1 -30 -18 -12-24 -6 -3 +3 +60 +9 +12 +18
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FAST
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RELEASE
GATE
SPECTRA KEY AUTO I/O METER
IN/OUT 1
STEREO LINK
IN/OUT 2
POWER
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THRESHOLDTRIGGER RATIO ATTACK RELEASE OUTPUT ENHANCER
GATE KEY
LISTEN
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THRESHOLDTRIGGER RATIO ATTACK RELEASE OUTPUT ENHANCER
GATE KEY
LISTEN
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4:1
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CH 2CH 1
STEREO
COMPRESSOR
S Class Signal Processors
STEREO COMPRESSOR / LIMITER

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Samson S-COM PLUS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels2
Inputs2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4" TRS
Outputs2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4" TRS
Phantom PowerNo
TypeCompressor/Limiter
ControlsThreshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Output
Frequency Response20Hz - 20kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio>95dB
Total Harmonic Distortion<0.02%
Input Impedance10k ohms
Sidechain I/O2 x 1/4" TRS
MeteringLED Gain Reduction Meter
Dimensions19" x 1.75"

Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Instructions

Key safety precautions for operating the S•com plus unit to prevent hazards.

Forward By Ray Kennedy

Introduction

S.com plus Features

Controls and Functions

Front Panel Layout

Details of the S.com plus front panel controls and their functions for operation.

Rear Panel Layout

Explains the connectors and switches on the rear panel of the S.com plus unit.

Operating The S•com plus

Setting Up the S•com plus

Step-by-step guide for initial setup and control normalization of the S.com plus.

Compressing A Signal

Instructions for using the S.com plus compressor for various gain management tasks.

Gating A Signal

Guide on using the S.com plus gate to remove unwanted noise and enhance desired signals.

Using The Downward Expander

How to configure the S.com plus gate section as a downward expander.

Using The Enhancer

Explains how to use the S.com plus Enhancer (EFR) circuit for frequency recovery.

Using The De-Esser

Step-by-step guide to utilizing the S.com plus De-Esser for vocal track sibilance.

Using The Peak Limiter

Instructions for using the S.com plus Peak Limiter for overload protection.

Dynamics Processing 101

Soft-Knee / Hard-Knee

Explains the SKD (Smart Knee Detector) and its soft-knee/hard-knee operation.

Noise Gates

Details the function and application of noise gates for removing unwanted noise.

Downward Expander

Describes the purpose and function of the downward expander in increasing dynamic range.

Limiter

Explains the function of a limiter for preventing peaks and overload.

Stereo Link Mode

Describes how to configure the S.com plus for dual-mono or stereo operation.

Side Chain / External Key

Explains the side-chain or external key function for processing the compressor's detector circuit.

Applications

Using the Expander/Gate to Remove Hiss and Noise

How to use the Expander/Gate to reduce hiss and noise in audio signals.

Gating Drums

Techniques for using noise gates on drums in live sound and recording.

Gating Longer Sounds

Tips for using noise gates with sounds having a longer decay, like piano.

Leveling a Vocal Track

Method for leveling vocal tracks using compression for consistent levels.

Leveling a Guitar or Bass

Using compression to even out level differences in guitar and bass recordings.

Compressing Drums

Applying compression to drums to tighten their sound and improve impact.

Getting a Track to Sit in the Mix

Using heavy compression to make a track, like vocals, stand out in the mix.

Speaker Protection

Using the S.com plus compressor and limiter for speaker system protection.

S.com plus System Set-Ups

Live Sound System with Stereo Compression

Diagram illustrating stereo compression setup in a live sound system.

Live Sound System with Multiband Compression

Diagram showing multiband compression using multiple S.com plus units.

S.com plus Connections

Insert Points

Describes using insert points for connecting the S.com plus to single channels or groups.

In-Line

Explains how to connect the S.com plus in-line between audio devices.

Specifications

System Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the S.com plus processor.

Function Switches

Explains the function of various switches on the S.com plus unit.

Meters & LED's

Details the function and display of meters and LED indicators.

Power Supply

Information regarding mains voltages, power consumption, and inlet.

Physical

Dimensions and weight specifications for the S.com plus unit.

Block Diagram

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