PSP Dynamics Explained^®

Chapter 1 : VintageWarmer

• 7:21

  MicroWarmer

  Here you'll be introduced to the trio op plug-ins that get installed with the Vintage Warmer installation. In particular, Mark looks at the UI in detail.

• 7:48

  Controls Relationship

  During this tutorial, you'll see the relationship between the parameter dials and how they work together to contribute to the overall processed signal.

• 6:24

  VintageWarmer 1 and 2

  Now that the functionality of MicroWarmer has been looked at, here you'll see how this translates to VintageWarmer1 and 2. You'll also see the differences between the two versions and how to access and change the Rear Panel parameters.

• 7:29

  Single Band in Use

  See how to use the Single Band option within VintageWarmer, in particular how the 'knee' dictates the sonic outcome.

• 6:30

  Multi Band in Action

  As a contrast to processing in 'Singleband' mode, here you'll see and hear the differences when audio is processed in 'Multiband' mode. We'll focus on adjusting the Low and High parameters in combination with their respective frequency dials to set the cut off points of frequency ranges.

Chapter 2 : MasterComp

• 3:50

  MicroComp and MasterComp

  Here, you'll be introduced to the two plug-ins MicroComp and MasterComp and see how they differ in terms of available parameters when used for compression and expansion.

• 8:33

  MicroComp Controls

  In this tutorial, you'll see the MicroComp parameters in more detail when used as an insert when tracking in a DAW.

• 4:50

  MicroComp in Action

  You'll see and hear MicroComp in action when using its sidechain function.

• 4:43

  Setting Sidechain Routing

  During this tutorial, you'll see how to set up sidechain routing in a DAW so that you can take advantage of the feature in PSP plug-ins.

• 12:44

  MasterComp in Action

  Work your way through the differences between MicroComp and MasterComp in terms of their function parameters when used either as an insert or across a master buss. Additionally, hear an example of the sidechain used in MasterComp to compress a piano track when a vocal line occurs.

Chapter 3 : OldTimer

• 6:18

  Common Settings

  This tutorial will show you the common settings between oldTimer and oldTimerME.

• 4:01

  OldTimer in Action

  Examples of oldTimer in use are shown here using the two analogue emulation modes 'Clear' and 'Valve'.

• 9:24

  OldTimer ME in Action

  As a contrast to the last tutorial, here you'll see and hear oldTimerME in use with its advanced and enhanced functions. Also, you'll be introduced to the ease at which parallel compression can be set up.

Chapter 4 : BussPressor

• 7:23

  UI and Controls

  The UI and controls of BussPressor are shown here when used either on an insert channel or on a master buss.

• 5:10

  BussPressor in Action

  BussPressor is shown here in use to compress a percussion loop and acoustic guitar using the various functions it offers to 'glue' two components of a mix together. Parallel compression is also seen and heard in action in combination with using the high pass filter.

Chapter 5 : MixBass

• 5:48

  CTRL Functions

  The MixBass plug-in is introduced and how it is used to enhance the 'low end' of a mix. Here, we'll focus on the CTRL section of the 5 combined processors.

• 6:10

  Compression Controls

  Here, you'll see how to further use MixBass by looking at the compression controls section in combination with a frequency analyzer.

• 5:43

  Character and Punch

  Learn how to use the 'Character' and 'Punch' sections - linked to the 'Compression' section - to modify the sound further with enhancements to the low end of an audio file.

• 4:20

  Final Parameters

  Watch how to use the final stage parameters to enhance the low frequencies within an audio file. Use of the OUT CUT filter helps keep the enhancement under control.

Chapter 6 : MixTreble2

• 6:28

  Hiss Remover

  See here how to use MixTreble to compliment MixBass. We start here by using the 'Hiss Remover' section to not only remove hiss, but to also tame very high frequencies and, consequently, flatter the audio further.

• 3:40

  Transients and Enhancer

  Once audio has had its hiss reduced, the next stage of controlling the transients and sonically enhancing it is looked at here.

• 5:53

  Harmonics

  Watch as the 'Harmonics' section is put into use to generate extra high frequency content that isn't present in the original audio.

Chapter 7 : MixPressor2

• 8:48

  Controls

  Designed to be used on single audio files or full mixes; here you'll be introduced to the MixPressor controls.

• 2:40

  MixPressor2 in Action

  See and hear MixPressor in use to warm up and compress a mixed song with suggestions why the decisions are made within a busy mix.

• 6:10

  Internal Sidechaining

  Using the SCL function, 'Internal Side Chaining' within MixPressor is looked at here and frequency controlled by hunting through the middle to top end frequencies.

Chapter 8 : MixSaturator2

• 6:20

  User Interface

  See the MixSaturator UI here that helps you digitally recreate the analogue sound of valves and tape. In particular, we'll focus on the lower frequencies of our audio by emulating bass end bump warmth.

• 5:07

  Saturation in Action

  See and hear MixSaturator in use by extending the high end frequency controls.

Chapter 9 : MixGate2

• 4:38

  Gate Controls

  Learn the UI controls present in MixGate to either cut or reduce the volume level of 'silent' areas. Additionally, see how MixGate can be set with high and low pass filters to gate specific frequency areas for further control.

• 3:19

  Isolating Audio

  Here you'll see and hear how to sonically focus in on specific elements within a file to isolate audio for further processing.

• 4:01

  Further Parameters

  Further parameters not detailed in the previous tutorial are covered here to complete our look at MixGate.

Chapter 10 : Wrap Up

• 2:12

  Final Thoughts

  Final thoughts about the course are discussed and PSP Xenon is introduced to limit an audio file from clipping and help boost the overall volume.