Extensive compressor reviews and FAQ

Compressor FAQ and related articles:
 

• What is a compressor, and how do you use it?
• What is the difference between a compressor and a limiter?
• Explanation of "good settings" on a compressor
• How to use the effects loop of your amp (also "pedals vs. rackmount")
• Where do you put a compressor in your chain of effects?
• "I tried a compressor and it totally killed my tone and dynamics."
• What is an expander or gate?
• How do you get a punchy sound? (And what does "punchy" mean anyway?)
• Why are compressors so noisy? Aren't they supposed to help with noise?
• Is a compressor necessary?
• Dual-band, multi-band compression- what's the deal?
• Should EQ go before or after a compressor?
• What does a preamp do?
• Parametric vs. Graphic and other EQ types explained
• My compressor reviews

 
 
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