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Originally Posted by leoaudio13  Hi guys,
I'm currently studying about audio engineering and I'm in the middle of a research about Parallel compression in modern Rock. Would it be possible for some pros here give me some advice on what would be related to once we talk about parallel compression ? In my opinion, it's all about dynamic range, transition ( specially on drums). Would it be the best to make a test to compare b/w normal compression and parallel compression by using some plugins to measure the RMS and dynamic range of a Rock track ? Advices and suggestions would be deeply appreciated. |
Its always about dynamics, but the thing is this, with parallel compression you get the compressed sound plus the uncompressed sound (or less compressed) which translates into a compressed and tight sound with less sacrifice over dynamics, since you are hearing the compressed sound plus the more natural sound. This also translates into like a psychoacoustic effect of hearing a sound with the advantages of compression but with a more natural feel, youll be like "it sounds very compressed but uncompressed at the same time " kinda thing, which is a very good way of enhancing an intrument(s) timbre and dynamics, with out making it feel all squared out and life-less
My 2 cents!