FG-Dynamics
Capture the punch and snap of one of the most iconic analog consoles of all time. We modeled every last nuance of its famous VCA Compressor and Gate so modern producers can at last run their tracks through this classic console’s beloved Dynamics module.
COMP
Ratio
The ratio knob adjusts the slope of the compression curve.
Hard Knee
Changes the compression curve characteristics. When engaged, the compression goes from soft to hard knee. It also raises the threshold by 6dB.
Threshold
Sets the point at which compression will occur after an audio signal’s amplitude exceeds this set level. The threshold and ratio knobs control an automatic makeup, so when the signal is compressed, the output gain is automatically raised.
Linear Release
Changes the release curve from logarithmic to linear, providing different colors of compression.
Fast Attack
Changes the attack time from slow to fast. This allows the compression from smooth to aggressive when needed.
Release
Changes the release time constant of the compressor.
GATE
Range
Determines the maximum attenuation of the gate/expander when the signal goes under the threshold.
Threshold
Sets the level under which the signal will be reduced. In gate mode, the gate’s opening threshold is lower than its closing threshold. This prevents the gate from opening when the signal is low.
Expander / Gate
Changes the gain reduction algorithm from gate to expander.
Release
Controls the release time of the gate/expander.
Fast Attack
Changes the attack time of the gate to react almost instantaneously when a signal rises above this threshold.
OUT
Stereo Link
Applies the same compression gain reduction to the left and right channels.
Out
Adjusts the output gain of the signal after processing.
Mix
Blends between dry and wet signals.
External Side-Chain
FG-Dynamics is a combination compressor and gate; when using the External Side-Chain, you will be using the external signal for triggering both the compressor and gate. As both the Compressor and Gate have individual Threshold knobs, you’ll likely want to only adjust the thresholds individually using those two knobs. Turning up the External Side-Chain Gain will affect both compressor and gate thresholds simultaneously, as if you’d turned both Threshold knobs down at the same time.