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Compressor Attack & Release Time Calculator
Use the handy calculator below to find the best attack and release settings on your compressor for vocals, drums and bass.
Attack
Kick & Snare
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Bass
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Vocals
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Release
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Note: these are reference values only and you should experiment a bit to arrive at the exact numbers depending on your song and desired sound. As a general rule, if you're looking for a harder or bolder output, use shorter attack times and longer release times.
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