Channel Dynamics

Channel Strip
Reason Studios

Channel Dynamics is a rack-format dynamics processor that combines a flexible compressor with soft-knee characteristics and a gate/expander section for comprehensive dynamic control. Designed as the standalone equivalent to Reason's Main Mixer dynamics section, it adds Input Gain and Dry/Wet Mix controls, making it ideal for detailed dynamic shaping in both the VST3 plugin version and standalone Reason environments.

Available for:VST3STANDALONE

Key Features

  • Soft-knee compressor with switchable Peak mode for instant attack
  • Automatic make-up gain compensation
  • Gate/Expander with dual modes (0 dB to -40 dB Range)
  • Fast attack modes: Compressor at 3 ms for 20 dB reduction, Gate at 100µs per 40 dB
  • External sidechain inputs for creative keying and triggering
  • Parallel processing via dry/wet Mix control (0–100%)
  • CV modulation outputs for Compressor Gain Reduction and Gate Gain
  • Input Gain adjustment (±18 dB range)

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