The new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor!

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2012/01/30 05:27:39 (permalink)

The new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor!

I'm thinking of investing in new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor.
 
The new ALESIS 3532 is the same as the FET 1176 & LA-2A or DBX that are also VCA-compressor. LA-2A is OPTICAL though, UREI-1176 are FET but same snappie sound.
 
 
You can get very nice pumping sound with this! DAFT PUNK used the legendary ALESIS 3630 compressor on almost everything.
I would use this more in parallel compression either on 2BUS or on the Drum Bus in parallel. Perhaps on individually tracks too in compressor mode.
 
They say this new baby should sound even better then the 3630. Here is a picture of 8X ALESIS 3632 being used in the Studio.  
 
Anyone with experience?
 
 

 

post edited by Freddie H - 2012/01/30 07:23:05


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    Freddie H
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    Re:Investing in new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor! 2012/01/30 05:36:33 (permalink)


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    Re:Investing in new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor! 2012/01/30 06:22:37 (permalink)
    ALESIS 3632 -VCA (voltage-controlled amplifier)-Compressor
    http://www.alesis.com/3632compressor
     

    Intelligent compression and dynamics.
     
    The 3632 Compressor is the follow-up to the 3630 Compressor™, the most popular dynamics processor ever made. The 3632 Compressor builds on the popular design and features of its predecessor by providing two independent, full-featured compressor/limiters in one compact rack. It delivers superb sonic quality for any application from studio recording to live sound or broadcast.

    MANUAL OR AUTOMATIC

    With the push of a button the 3632 Compressor’s attack and release times can be set to engage automatically depending on the source signal. In this mode, the 3632 applies an optimized amount of compression with no extremes. Want full manual control? Again, just push a button and you have free reign over the 3632’s comprehensive range of parameters. The 3632 Compressor can function as either two individual mono processors, or you can stereo-link them to provide true stereo compression.

    GUARD YOUR SOUND

    The 3632 Compressor’s Expander/Gate keeps unwanted noise out of your sound. When your signal falls below the threshold you’ve chosen, the Expander/Gate pushes low-level noise down or simply closes the gate depending on the parameters you’ve dialed in. Deny noise access to your audience or your mix!

    At the heart of the 3632 Compressor is its VCA (voltage-controlled amplifier), which offers professional-grade performance in terms of distortion, noise, and temperature stability, making everything you hear smooth and consistent.

    The 3632 Compressor’s sidechain function on each channel enables you to use it in external effects loops or in other common compressor applications such as ducking: use the sidechain function to trigger compression on a signal when you want it. A second, internal sidechain employs a switchable low-cut filter to help control pumping due to heavy low-frequency content.

    With intuitive control layout and bright LED meters that display gain reduction and input/output levels per channel, the 3632 Compressor will give you constant visual feedback. Professional compression is ultimately about the control and delivery of sound, and the 3632 Compressor will make you a master at both.


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    Re:The new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor! 2012/01/31 00:50:18 (permalink)
    The 3630 is not well-regarded by serious recording enthusiasts, and a real shame too, since a few design changes and some better components could have made it a decent compressor. I will be surprised if the new model is any better.

    For $25 more than what the 3632 costs, you can get the Real Nice Compressor, which is excellent:

    http://www.mercenary.com/realniccom.html
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    Re:The new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor! 2012/01/31 14:22:34 (permalink)
    Freddie H


     
    They say this new baby should sound even better then the 3630.  

     
     
     
    Considering a lot of people think the 3630 is/was possibly the worst compressor ever, that shouldn't be too difficult.
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    Re:The new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor! 2012/01/31 15:53:21 (permalink)
    Guitslinger


    The 3630 is not well-regarded by serious recording enthusiasts, and a real shame too, since a few design changes and some better components could have made it a decent compressor. I will be surprised if the new model is any better.

    For $25 more than what the 3632 costs, you can get the Real Nice Compressor, which is excellent:

    http://www.mercenary.com/realniccom.html
     
    Thanks for the heads up!


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    Re:The new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor! 2012/01/31 15:55:43 (permalink)
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    Freddie H


     
    They say this new baby should sound even better then the 3630.  

     
     
     
    Considering a lot of people think the 3630 is/was possibly the worst compressor ever, that shouldn't be too difficult.

    LOL
     
    Man, Love that statement! I know it won't replace the fairlight


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    Re:The new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor! 2012/01/31 20:07:54 (permalink)
    These baby's rock..


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    Re:The new ALESIS 3632 classic VCA compressor! 2012/02/01 13:57:00 (permalink)
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    These baby's rock..




    Wow I finally found what i'm looking for...and its in red too.


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