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Dynamics

Expander

Steinberg

Expander by Steinberg reduces the output level of signals below a set threshold, effectively enhancing dynamic range and reducing noise in quiet passages. It features precise control over expansion behavior through threshold, ratio, and envelope parameters, making it ideal for tightening up dynamic material or cleaning up background noise.

Key Features

01Threshold and Ratio controls with graphical breakpoint editing
02Soft Knee toggle for gradual onset expansion
03Fall time control (0.1 to 100 ms)
04Hold parameter (0 to 2000 ms)
05Rise time with Auto Rise mode (10 to 1000 ms)
06Analysis control from Pure Peak to Pure RMS
07Live mode to deactivate look-ahead for zero-latency processing
08External side-chain support

Things to Try

  • 01Use RMS mode for material with few transients such as vocals for better performance
  • 02Use Peak mode for percussive material with a lot of transient peaks
  • 03Activate Soft Knee for more gradual expansion onset and less drastic results compared to hard knee
  • 04Activate Auto Rise to let the plug-in automatically find the best rise setting for your audio material

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