How to use a one knob compressor
Yet another viewer-requested video! Some compact mixers such as the Yamaha MG and Mackie ProFXv2 series have single-knob compressors on some or all of their mono channels. Whilst lacking the control and metering of stand alone hardware compressors, these simple devices can be surprisingly effective at raising the average level of any signal. This video explains how compression works and then applies those concepts to the set up and operation of the single knob compressor.
This video was recorded with the Automatic Gain Control (a form of compression) on the camera turned off so you will notice quite a bit of variation in the level of my voice, which only goes to show how important a tool compression is, and how accustomed we have become to hearing it.
These techniques can also be applied to one-knob compressors found on guitar pedals and multi-effects units.
Bookmarks for video:
0:00 Intro
0:12 Equipment overview
01:03 Controls on a typical outboard compressor
01:42 Understanding compression Ratio and Threshold
04:48 What compression actually does to your signal
07:18 Application to one-knob compressors
10:10 How do you set a one-knob compressor?
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Thank you for this video! As payment I will leave you with a sound guy joke. "Did you hear about the band that had a Ukrainian sound guy? They had a Czech one too. ... Czech, one too."
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
Nice one Joe 👍🏻
@prodj.mixapeofficial6431
3 жыл бұрын
damn it i laughed.
@samuelandrade3117
2 жыл бұрын
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@P4boot
2 жыл бұрын
Lmaooo
@robfriedrich2822
2 жыл бұрын
When Moscow has heavy traffic on the streets it's the Russian hour.
It is an art to convey information clearly and concisely, neither oversimplifying/condescending nor being overly technical/babbling. This is called elegance. Thank you.
@GLBProductions
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thank you for your appreciation :)
This is the best explanation of compression I've seen. 10/10 :)
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so, I've explained compression so many times over the years I think I've got my script pretty much dialed in ;) Happy compressing!
@urwinabdoel1438
7 жыл бұрын
GLB Productions thanks for clearance
@jahmo0
4 жыл бұрын
@@GLBProductions Legit, great breakdown, thank you so much
@cesarcscofano7006
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! For the first time i saw a precise and simple explanation about compression which does not causes fear on me.
@DEBOASSE
Жыл бұрын
I agree. The two hands part of it made me finally see how the process works.
Ooooh, a techy explanation that doesn't leave me more confused than before I watched it. Big thanks and big :)
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks for watching!
Very simple and clear video, very helpful. Thanks for posting this.
Bruno always comes through with the BEST explanations on how to use gear. He speaks very well and is easy to understand, thank you so much Bruno Peace
I learned something today. I have a Yamaha MGP16x. Your advice is well taken. Thank you kindly.
I love how you present stuff. You don't skip over any details and are very clear about everything.
@GLBProductions
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Matt!
Finally! Someone who ACTULLY understand and explains compression properly. Well done! 11/10 would recommend!
@GLBProductions
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Excellent video again Bruno... You're a true star! Wonderful at explaining audio setup and configuration, you bring great joy to many people who want to learn about sound setup.... God bless you
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rocco for supporting the channel!
@jimmytho5424
2 жыл бұрын
@@GLBProductions I have none knowledge about compressor but I learn from your video. Thanks for simple and clear explaining.
The best audio teacher ever!
Which idiots are giving this brilliant tutorial a thumbs down? Go and make your own video and let us comment on your efforts. My grandmother alway taught me: "if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all." Bravo GLB Productions!
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend! I appreciate the support 🤗
@CraigLumpyLemke
13 күн бұрын
My grandmother taught me not to call people idiots when they don't share my taste.
After 40+ years pf recording, I finally understand compression. Thank you for this video.
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
That's awesome to hear!
@cavaliersdeep
3 жыл бұрын
😆
Best explanation of compression I have heard! Bravo! The demonstration really helped, too.
@GLBProductions
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
The most comprehensive explanation of compression I've heard. Thank you for this video
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks for watching!
I am 60 years young now and I want to say that till date I found you are the best teacher I have ever listened to.
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks Preetam, welcome to the channel!
Excellent explanation and demonstration! Thank you!
This is an incredibly good explanation. Using the complex compressor to explain the one-knob compressor was a brilliant idea. Thanks for this very helpful video.
@GLBProductions
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Gordon, very glad it was helpful!
You have a simple way of explaining concepts about equipment and functions. In general, your channel has the information that everyone needs. For that, I thank you and hope that you continue to do a good job. Macedo Pinto Portugal
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
Very simple and clear - direct-to-the-point explanation. Well taken, thank you much.
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Rozcel, thanks for watching!
Superb video and tutorial. Rating 10/10
This is so outstanding. The best on KZread. 5 stars..
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
Glad the video was helpful, thanks for watching!
@Superfoot
7 жыл бұрын
How would I connect a DBX 1046 to a Sound Devices 302 going to a recorder?
Thank you very very much. You are an excellent teacher, and you should be very proud because not every person can communicate as well as you do.
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks John, glad the videos have been helpful :)
Thank you! The best practical explanation of compression that I've seen or heard.
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Kurt, glad the video was helpful!
Best and most comprehensible explanation I've ever come across of what compression is and how it works.
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Adrian :)
What a fabulous video and explanation. A very simple description of how compression works. I’m new to all this and your videos have really helped out, Bruno! Thanks fella, you’re a legend!! 👍👍
@GLBProductions
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks for watching! Let me know if you have further questions :)
That’s awesome sir thank you! You are my second compressor video ever after getting a mixing table lol. Everything you said made perfect sense! I’m 44 and have played instruments and been into music my whole life. I’ve always seen these knobs but never knew the possibilities of modifying the sound like this! Thank you for explaining this!! God Bless you too my friend!
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
That's great to hear Mike, you're very welcome! All the best with your music 😊
Wonderfully explained the concept
Very well said about live vocal compression.
Another great video Bruno, thank you! I just purchased a Yamaha MG16XU and that really helped me understand the compression controls. Thanks again.
@GLBProductions
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Russell, glad the video was helpful :)
Brilliantly put. Thank you SO much for such a practical and well-taught tutorial.
@GLBProductions
4 жыл бұрын
You're most welcome!
Thank you very much for understanding the compressor
Very helpful indeed. Thanks Bruno for taking the time to share your advice with us all. God bless you as well.
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks for watching!
Wery helpeful information for giving me an understanding of the compression on my Yamaha MG10XU
Since finding your channel, I have loved your audio educational videos! Keep up the good work! :D
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad the videos have been helpful!
Finally. I've been struggling with the one knob compressors on my Yamaha MG12XU (and previous MG10XUF) mixers for the past month or so. I've watched this 3 or 4 times and something finally clicked this last time.
@tsumsnoel8159
3 жыл бұрын
Should I buy the compressor
Thank you so much for the excellent explanation. What I learned herefrom is not only about one knob compression configuration, but also how to set a conventional compressor limiter. I will have to make some experiments to learn further. God bless!
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Lynn, glad the video was helpful!
Mehn, short, simple but had all the details explained. Thanks for sharing the knowledge.
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Isaac!
Thank you for this video, I am a total newbie and this has helped me understand compression better.
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that, thanks for watching!
very good description, I have just ordered the mg10xuf to replace my alto desk which broke today. I now feel confident I can set the compression properly. Thank you
@GLBProductions
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Ryan, glad the video was helpful!
I have being using a YAMAHA MG124CX mixer over 10 years but did not understand and use this function. Your explanation is clear and very informative. Thankyou so much. cheers
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
Ten years, wow! Well, better late than never 😊
Fantastic tutorial! I finally understood what is and how compressors work!!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.
@GLBProductions
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome Murilo, thanks for watching!
This is one of the best video I've found on youtube explaining about compression. Nice video buddy. Hope you do the one for EQ as well. Thanks.
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! I have a video explaining EQ: kzread.info/dash/bejne/n2qBxaSjkbifgLA.html
Just got a Yamaha today in a panic buy for work and this video just saved my a$$ thank you soo much!
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, glad I could help 😊
A very good explanation and very helpful, because many mixer's manuals have a simplest description of this resource.Thanks for sharing this knowledge with us, man. I just made my subscription.
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
Yes it's difficult to explain the concept of compression using text alone - you really need to see it demonstrated. Thanks for subscribing!
You're are awesome of explaining how compressor works. Thank you.
@GLBProductions
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome Abel.
Thanx for the walk down the signal path…made a lot of sense
@GLBProductions
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome Steve :)
Nice video, very understandable. I am replacing an older mixer and I was looking at compressors, now I have some knowledge instead of none.
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that, let me know if you have further questions along the way.
Beautifully explained. First time I understand a compression explanation 100%. THANK YOU. You got a like from me
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, glad the video was helpful :)
This is awesome! Now I understand compression a lot better! Thank you
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Terry, glad the video was helpful!
Bruno, your videos are always well made and very informative. Thanks for sharing!
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
You're most welcome :)
Got it...at last thanks. Could not be explained any clearer than this.
Man! this guy really knows his stuff, thanks
@GLBProductions
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome :)
Thank you, very educational. As a beginner to it, I need to watch your video again though to understand.
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
You're most welcome, feel free to ask any questions you might have.
Excellent video, good to actually have technical content, thanks Bruno.
@GLBProductions
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Rick, thanks for watching.
Thank you so much on your information a one knob compressor. God bless you too
Thank you! Your explanation is very clear and complete!
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Daniel, thanks for watching!
This is fantastic information. I finally understand compression. Thank you so much!
@GLBProductions
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome Anthony, that's great to hear!
nice breakdown, really bringing back the basics. love it.
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
Yes, the more people we can educate the better live sound will be everywhere!
This was great! I learned so much from this tutorial and another of your's I just watched. I will definitely be coming back for more as I become more acquainted with my new digital mixer.
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
That's great, very glad the video was helpful 😊
Very helpful! Up till now, my use of compression has made most of my recordings sound rubbish. I will try this approach tomorrow.
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful - learning how to use compression in recording is a lifelong learning process and the pros often have entire collections of compressors because they all sound a bit different.
This channel is very helpful to the beginners like me. Thanks
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Glenn :)
Beautifully explained - thank you very much. I’m getting a Yamaha MG20XU desk shortly. Amidst the number of clowns who ‘explain’ stuff they don’t understand, you are a god-send. Gratitude and cheers from Australia - god bless!!
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, glad the video was helpful! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Thank you for another great video Bruno. I found this most helpful for using My Yamaha EMX 5016.
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that!
What an informative and helpful video. Thank you for this one.
@GLBProductions
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome Jed!
Explanation is so clear! Thank you !
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Decoy!
This was really helpful, it made sense of a lot of things I couldn't seem to understand.
@GLBProductions
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that!
Thank you for this video! I have the same mixer, and this has been really helpful - on compression in general. BTW - I love this mixer. For my needs, the feature set is brilliant, and the bang for the buck extremely high.
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
Yes these mixers are great value for money - the one area in which they are compromised is build quality, so don't drop anything heavy on it ;)
@psymonkey03
7 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it's definitely not as solid as some!! I think having the large external power supply makes it seem even less solid though. Because of the substantially reduced weight, it seems to do okay and require less on-unit protection than say an equivalent Mackie. Thanks again! I passed this on to a coworker who also found benefit in your simple explanation of compression.
nice explanation sir
GREAT JOB! at explaining how to properly use this tool!!!
@GLBProductions
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Carlos!
Just bought a new mixer for the church and I've never used one-knob compressors before. Great video!
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Red!
That was a heaps good explanation of how compression works
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful :)
Great tutorial on one knob compressor. Thank you so much for taking the time on this :)
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
You're most welcome Rick, thanks for watching :)
Very simple and clear video, very helpful. Thank you!
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Naran!
Excellent video - very clear and well presented as always
@GLBProductions
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching John :)
Very helpful, Thanks. Both as an explanation of compression and how to use it on myMG16XU.
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
great lesson! Thanks for sharing!
Great explanation, understandable for everyone !!! Great Job
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex!
My brother I love that what you are explaining I got so much trouble with that a lot thank You big brother
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
Another great video Bruno - you make it so easy to understand. Thanks
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Steve, glad it helped you understand 😊
@stevejohn8058
3 жыл бұрын
GLB Productions if you had been my music teacher when I was at school I would have probably gone on to do a degree, instead of business
Wow that was an Amazing Explanation 👍❤️
Excellent !!! Now, I understand what is "compression" & what it means ! Thanks a lot for these clear explanations ! I am a drummer so I will take care with this knob. Thanks a lot, Emilio L. (France), musically.
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
Yes compression is very important for drums to keep the dynamics under control!
This is so well explained. Much appreciated
@GLBProductions
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome George :)
Very nice explanation. And that goes for ALL your GLB Productions videos. I'm learning a lot of great stuff that would have taken years to learn on my own.......... :)
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Jocko!
THANKS A LOT AGAIN BRUNO.GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER.LOVE FROM CYPRUS.
Thankyou so much for a great walkover. 🙏
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Jesper!
Damm... this is so well explained, thank you so much for this guide :D
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
You're most welcome!
Great video. Thanks for the helpful information
@GLBProductions
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome David 😊
Great video. Thanks for the tutorial on compression!
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks for watching!
Thank you Bruno. I echo many of the comments below ... brilliantly explained and demonstrate.
@GLBProductions
6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Michael, thanks for watching!
Thanks, this cleared the mist on compression for me.
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, it's definitely one of the harder concepts to understand!
u r truely a wonderful teacher . loved it...
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Premjeet :)
Excellent explanation and video.
Wonderful explanation!
@GLBProductions
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching :)
Great explanation! Thanks for the upload.
@GLBProductions
7 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks for watching!
Very detailed explanation, thank you
@GLBProductions
2 ай бұрын
You're welcome Kali!
Very good tutorial. Thanks
@GLBProductions
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Peter.
I am a DJ, have been for 20 years, and never really understood exactly what the compression knob does on the mixers I own. I knew it made vocals louder, and too much compression will get feedback on my mics, but I did not know exactly how this all worked. Thanks for the info
@GLBProductions
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Richard, compression is a key concept in live sound :)
Wow, you're great, someone who knows what they are talking about.
@GLBProductions
4 жыл бұрын
I try my best 😄 Thanks for watching!
Great stuff Bruno.😊 Very clear and well explained to a laymen!!! And Best quote "" Trust your Ears "" ❤😊😊
@GLBProductions
2 ай бұрын
You're welcome Barry, glad the video was helpful!