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Old 19th February 2009   #22
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Originally Posted by Casey View Post
This is becoming a great historic record, thanks for starting it NS.

Early on decay optimization was simply turning down the level of reverb when no input signal was present. Over time it transformed into a switch which coupled/decoupled the size parameter from the reverb time. (If I recall correctly!)

More importantly; NS I don't believe that you mentioned Davids 480 surround algorithm, which I believe he is quite proud of. I will add that it rocks, even in stereo, and makes finding a surround option cart for the 480 a requirement for 480 fans.



-Casey
Almost. Decay optimization had to do with managing allpasses (could be my memory giving out. Got a virus of some sort today). The decoupling parameter was called "Link". It 'disappeared' and hasn't been missed. David's nice surround algorithm was based on the Random Hall and was 2-in/4-out. I don't think we have any of the carts left, so you'd have to pursue them on the open market. The 480L cart format was based on the cart for the PC-Junior. In retrospect, that perhaps wasn't the best choice...
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