How Do Audio Compressors Work?

Compression is an essential tool for anyone mixing audio, but it can also be the most confusing. In this video, you'll learn what each control on a compressor does and how they impact the sound of your tracks and mixes.

Learn more: https://www.uaudio.com/blog/audio-compression-basics/

0:00 Intro
0:34 Threshold
0:56 Knee
1:21 Attack
1:52 Release
2:46 Ratio
3:41 Output Gain
4:34 Tube Compressors
5:03 Optical Compressors
5:28 FET Compressors
5:53 VCA Compressors
6:20 Outro

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