Erica Synths COMPRESSOR User manual

Everything sounds better with compression – whether you need a
bit of extra pressure for your drum sounds or just that extra touch
to make your modular mix more nimble and tight, the Erica
Synths Stereo Compressor will make your live performances a
joy. The module is optimized for percussion sounds and will be a
great addition to any Erica Synths Drum module rig. The Stereo
sidechain can be used to animate melodic layers on the beat and
to truly bring your Basslines to life.
SPECS
Audio input level -5…+5V
Threshold -40dB to +10dB
Makeup gain -12dB to +12dB
Ratio 1:1 to ∞
Power consumption +60mA, -22mA
Module width 10HP
Module depth 35mm
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please follow the instructions for use of the Erica Synths
module below, ‘cause only this will guarantee proper operation
of the module and ensure warranty from Erica Synths.
Water is lethal for most of the electric devices, unless they are made waterproof.
This Erica Synths module is NOT intended for use in a humid or wet environment.
No liquids or other conducting substances must get into the module. Should this
happen, the module should be disconnected from mains power immediately, dried,
examined and cleaned by a qualified technician.
Transport the instrument carefully, never let it drop or fall over.
Warranty does not apply to modules with visual damages.
Do not expose the module to temperatures above +50° C or below -20° C.
If you have transported module in extreme low temperatures, leave it in
room temperature for an hour before plugging it in.
The module has to be shipped in the original packaging only. Any module
shipped to us for return, exchange and/or warranty repair has to be in its
original packaging. All other deliveries will be rejected and returned to you.
Make sure you keep the original packaging and technical documentation.
This device complies to the EU guidelines and is manufactured RoHS conforming
without use of lead, mercury, cadmium and chrome. Nevertheless, this device is
special waste and disposal in household waste is not recommended.
You will find Erica Synths terms of warranty at
www.ericasynths.lv
Items for return, exchange and/or warranty repair have to be
registered at SUPPORT on www.ericasynths.lv and send back
to us according to instructions in the support page.
User manual by Girts Ozolins@Erica Synths.
Design by Ineta Briede@Black8.
Copying, distribution or any commercial use in any way is prohibited
and needs the written permission by Erica Synths. Specifications are
subject to change without notice.In case of any questions, feel free
to contact us through www.ericasynths.lv.
THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING
THE ERICA SYNTHS STEREO
COMPRESSOR MODULE!
The Erica Drum Series includes high-end, unique
functionality and superior quality modules, which allow
for creating feature-rich modular systems for sound
design and live performances in techno, industrial, DnB
and other styles of rhythmic electronic music. Enjoy!
FEATURES
THAT chip-based stereo compressor
DC coupled sidechain
Gain, Threshold and Compression Amount (Ratio) settings
Stereo Link for level detectors
Bypass switch
8 segment output level VU meter

COMPRESSOR
STEREO LINK PROCESS
BYPASS
INPUT LVL GAIN
THRESHOLD COMP.AMT
IN L OUT L
IN R OUT R SIDEOUT RSIDEIN R
SIDEOUT LSIDEIN L
Adjust the input signal level to your taste
This knob adjusts the makeup gain of the compressor
Set the compressor threshold
This knob adjusts the compression ratio
Sending hard-panned or significantly different
audio levels on the left and right channels into the
audio inputs may result in undesired left-right
panning on the output of the compressor, because the
level detectors on each channel will ensure a different
amount of compression. With the STEREO LINK switch
on, the level detectors on both channels are merged
and the min/max function is engaged. This ensures
equal compression on both channels
The bypass switch allows for turning
off the compressor instantly
8 segment VU meter gives a visual
reference of the output signal
These are the L and R audio inputs
These are the L and R outputs of the module
These are L and R sidechain inputs.
You can process each channel individually
These are the sidechain signal outputs –
they are buffered copies of the sidechain inputs
INPUT LVL
GAIN
THRESHOLD
COMP. AMT
STEREO LINK
PROCESS
8 SEGMENT VU METER
IN L / IN R
OUT L / OUT R
SIDE IN L / SIDE IN R
SIDE OUT L / SIDEOUT R
COMPRESSOR