BF76 for on Dialogue Bus

Tapwatr · 29th August 2008, 12:31 AM

Any thoughts? In my opinion it doesn't have enough control on the parameters but other mixers I work with seem to like it.

mikevarela · 29th August 2008, 12:32 AM

that's because it's a replica of the original, for more parameters look at a different limiter/comp

Tapwatr · 29th August 2008, 01:04 AM

I know it has a lack of parameters because it's an 1176 clone, that's my point. I have the Waves Diamond which gives me alternatives to what Digi offers.

Was just curious if any other mixers use it and how they find it overall.

Branko · 29th August 2008, 01:16 AM

I use it sometimes, when I feel I don't need "transparent" compression, and when I want to use compression as an effect.
I do not have a preferred compressor and I like to experiment with different tools, as long as I can get the sound I'm looking for.
If you're looking for a simple compressor, try Massey's CT4.

Branko

havlowjumper · 29th August 2008, 03:18 PM

I've used the CT4 on dialog quite a bit. I like it.

-abe

Rick Sanchez · 29th August 2008, 09:30 PM

I've used it more on vocals than dialog, but it can be good sometimes when trying to replicate a softer retro sort of sound. I prefer something like the fairchild though for that 2 month release time.

jimlongo · 29th August 2008, 10:13 PM

I've used Channel G quite a bit for the last year . . . just lately for DSP considerations I've started using Smack! (lightly) on the dialog bus, it does a nice gentle job.

Branko · 30th August 2008, 01:05 AM

Talking about DSP efficiency - Massey's stuff is brilliant. Back to the BF76, I like to use it on VO, gives a nice depth to the voice, especially male.
Branko

yazoo · 3rd September 2008, 07:00 PM

I think Digidesigns compressor works excellent for dialog compression. You have soft knee and a good user interface!

What more do you need?

BIGBANGBUZZ · 4th September 2008, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yazoo

I think Digidesigns compressor works excellent for dialog compression. You have soft knee and a good user interface!

What more do you need?

I agree, the soft knee is great, I didn't like the digi at first as I was mainly a Waves user but I have grown to love it.

jacobfarron · 4th September 2008, 09:12 PM

I haven't tried BF76 on dialog. But for the past year C4 in my McDSP compressor bank has been kicking ass! I also think the M1 limiter is as good as Massey's L2007.

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29th August 2008, 12:31 AM	#1
Tapwatr Gear Head Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 56	BF76 for on Dialogue Bus Any thoughts? In my opinion it doesn't have enough control on the parameters but other mixers I work with seem to like it. __________________ ---- www.attituderecordings.com www.myspace.com/attituderecordings

29th August 2008, 01:04 AM	#3
Tapwatr Gear Head Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 56	I know it has a lack of parameters because it's an 1176 clone, that's my point. I have the Waves Diamond which gives me alternatives to what Digi offers. Was just curious if any other mixers use it and how they find it overall. __________________ ---- www.attituderecordings.com www.myspace.com/attituderecordings

29th August 2008, 03:18 PM	#5
havlowjumper Gear Head Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 46	I've used the CT4 on dialog quite a bit. I like it. -abe __________________ Abe Stein Boston, MA

29th August 2008, 10:13 PM	#7
jimlongo Gear nut Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Toronto Posts: 92	I've used Channel G quite a bit for the last year . . . just lately for DSP considerations I've started using Smack! (lightly) on the dialog bus, it does a nice gentle job. __________________ jim longo rhythm division

29th August 2008, 12:32 AM	#2
mikevarela Gear Head Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 71	that's because it's a replica of the original, for more parameters look at a different limiter/comp

29th August 2008, 01:16 AM	#4
Branko Gear Head Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Lisbon Posts: 50	I use it sometimes, when I feel I don't need "transparent" compression, and when I want to use compression as an effect. I do not have a preferred compressor and I like to experiment with different tools, as long as I can get the sound I'm looking for. If you're looking for a simple compressor, try Massey's CT4. Branko

29th August 2008, 09:30 PM	#6
Rick Sanchez Gear Head Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: North Hollywood, CA Posts: 73	I've used it more on vocals than dialog, but it can be good sometimes when trying to replicate a softer retro sort of sound. I prefer something like the fairchild though for that 2 month release time.

30th August 2008, 01:05 AM	#8
Branko Gear Head Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Lisbon Posts: 50	Talking about DSP efficiency - Massey's stuff is brilliant. Back to the BF76, I like to use it on VO, gives a nice depth to the voice, especially male. Branko

3rd September 2008, 07:00 PM	#9
yazoo Gear Head Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sweden Posts: 59	I think Digidesigns compressor works excellent for dialog compression. You have soft knee and a good user interface! What more do you need?

4th September 2008, 09:12 PM	#11
jacobfarron Gear maniac Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 278	I haven't tried BF76 on dialog. But for the past year C4 in my McDSP compressor bank has been kicking ass! I also think the M1 limiter is as good as Massey's L2007.

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