Studio Quality Optical Compression for Guitar and Bass
The Punch Factory takes Aphex’s legendary optical
technology - normally only found in expensive rack-mounted studio
gear - and puts it at your feet and into your live performance.
It’s truly the most transparent, uncolored compression you
can find at any price.
Punch Factory levels out volume peaks and dips, maintaining a
consistent level within your mix. Quiet passages no longer get
lost, and louder passages don’t overpower. All without the
pumping, “breathing” artifacts commonly found in
most compressor pedals. The new Punch Factory has something that
most other optical compressors don’t have…a
Ratio Control. This allows changing the amount of compression
without overtly affecting the level.
If you’re familiar with the sound of a high-quality
studio compressor, you’ll know what to expect from the
Punch Factory. If you’re used to the typical, highly
colored sound of most compressor pedals, Punch Factory will be a
welcome surprise. It’s truly the best sounding compressor
you’ll never hear.
Aphex Optical Element
The optical element used in the Punch Factory is engineered by
Aphex to provide unique characteristics that are ideal for musical
instrument compression - no other optical compressor sounds this
good because Aphex doesn’t settle for off-the-shelf,
conventional optical elements.
Benefits for Your Tone
When used well, a proper compressor will extend the sensitivity
of an instrument, bringing up the tonal nuances that contain the
sensuality of your music. That goes just as well for basses as
guitars. Your music will be more consistent, filling the volume
envelope more fatly, making the track stand out better in a mix.
Similarly, in live music, you will fill better and your playing
will be more apparent among the band.
Sustain
Typically, compression gathers more sustain. When you play, you
hear the notes last longer because the compressor keeps raising
the level automatically until it runs out of gain. Every time you
hit a chord or note, the compressor “attacks” on
the sound envelope and reduces its volume, then the volume
“releases” back up as the sound dies out.
Punch
Conventional compressors attack at different rates. Too fast an
attack will suck the life out of your music while too slow loses
effectiveness. The Aphex Punch Factory has a complex attack
characteristic that adapts to the sound, letting it emerge
enhanced, or subtly exaggerated. This creates
“Punch”, aiding the articulation of the sound and
creating a lush and full sound.
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