TL Audio A2 - Manual (Page 18)

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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.
7. At this stage if you are unfamiliar with compression you should experiment with
each control to see how it affects the sound. If in doubt, aim to use compression gently
as it can be difficult to compensate for over-compression, if you later decide that too
much effect was used. 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.
8. Engage the EQ section and experiment with applying some EQ. You should find
that the LF & HF bands are useful for adding some low end ‘warmth’ and high end
‘air’, whilst the mid band is more useful at removing ‘boxiness’ or nasal tones from
mic sources. Unlike other EQ’s, you should find that you can apply quite drastic
amounts of EQ boost and the unit will still retain its musicality – and not introduce
unwanted harshness.