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Here are some suggested uses and abuses for your RNC. If you've found a cool use for yours, mail it to us !
MAXIMUM 2MIX DENSITY
This one is great for stereo mixes. By levelling out your mixes, you'll help them translate well to cassette, MiniDisc, or any other format you may be using. To start, try it on a CD you like, or a mix you're familiar with. You'll need 2 RNCs.
| 1. | With RNC #2 bypassed, set RNC #1 as follows: |
| Super Nice Mode | |
| Ratio = 25:1 | |
| Attack and Release between 12:00 and 2:00 | |
| Threshold so that you're getting about 6-8 dB of compression | |
| An appropriate amount of makeup gain; around 6-8 dB is a good start. | |
| 2. | Un-bypass RNC #2 and set it: |
| Normal mode | |
| Ratio = 25:1 | |
| Fastest attack and release | |
| Threshold such that you're getting about 2-4 dB of peak control |
MEGASQUASH
If you're one of those people who can't turn your knobs too far, this one's for you. Try it on a drum submix, or drum loops, for some sick effects. It uses one RNC on a mono signal.
| 1. | Start with the ratio at around 10:1 or more, and the attack and release set around 9:00. |
| 2. | Run your source signal into the left input of the RNC. |
| 3. | Run the left output into the right input (yes, you read that right). Monitor the right output. |
| 4. | Now start playing with the controls as usual ... whoa, megasquash! |
TREMOLO
Yes, you read that right ... the RNC makes a great tremolo effect, especially when you want the tremolo frequency to be in perfect time with a song's tempo. You need one RNC and a MIDI sequencer or drum machine or metronome for this one.
| 1. | Connect the input and output signals to the RNC as usual. |
| 2. | Set the RNC as follows: |
| Normal mode | |
| Ratio = 10:1 | |
| Fastest attack and release | |
| Threshold at around 12:00 | |
| 3. | Hook up the output of your sampler/drum machine/metronome to the RNC's sidechain input. |
| 4. | Program an 8th note pattern with rimshots or hihats on the drum machine and loop it. |
| 5. | Tweak the threshold so you get the amount of tremolo "depth" that you want. |
| 6. | Try playing with the attack and release knobs for cool effects. |
PAPERWEIGHT
The RNC is also great for holding down papers on your desk. It's 1/3 rackspace size means it fits next to your blotter without wasting space.
| 1. | Set the controls to positions you find aesthetically pleasing. |
| 2. | Disconnect the RNC and remove it from your rack. |
| 3. | Place the RNC on top of your loose papers. |