Kicker SX900.4 - Manual (Page 34)

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SX .4 Series Amplifiers
Specifica
tions
Kompressor
Here is a brief explanation of each KOMPRESSOR setting.
Contour - This preset applies expansion below the threshold
point to provide a fuller sound at lower volume levels. Effect
decreases at higher volume levels. Nice effect for someone
wanting a fuller sound at low to moderate listening levels.
ATTACK - This preset applies expansion above the threshold
point to provide a nice quick punch or attack to the music. Effect
increase with higher volume levels. Like music with a quick and
punchy sound? Give this one a try.
Red-line - Provides a quick clamp to dynamic peaks while
still allowing a full sound to come through. Effect increases
at higher volume levels. Like to play it loud but want to protect
your speakers? Want low level details to come through over road
noise? Want a more even volume level to your music? All can be
achieved with this preset.
OFF - Pretty much says it all. This turns the KOMPRESSOR
off. This is the factory default setting.
After selecting your KOMPRESSOR setting you can adjust its
effect using the KOMPRESSOR ADJUSTMENT ( KOMP ADJ. )
setting located in the SYSTEM menu. There you can change the
threshold point for each of these settings to customize the
KOMPRESSOR effect to fit your speakers, car or personal
tastes.
A few words on the Kompressor. The effect is most noticeable
in the bass area of your music and the descriptions above apply
to that area of your music (Bass/Midbass). You can use the
Kompressor in any amplifier configuration (Low Pass, High Pass,
Band Pass or Full Range) but we feel the best results are
obtained when with the amp is in a Low Pass (subwoofer) or
Band Pass (midbass) situation.
A few exceptions to this rule are:
The red-line setting is good for use in any configuration
as it helps control dynamic peaks and limit distortion at higher
output levels.
The contour setting is also another good all around use
setting and when used in Full Range or High Pass configurations
tends to enhance the vocal and top end of the music. Great for
helping to cover up interior noise.
The ATTACK setting is really geared for bass and midbass duty.
The possibilities are almost endless! Tweak away!