Setting the dbx 286s DeEsser ...

When you're working in the box using a software DeEsser, a visual representation of the problematic energy makes it easy to dial in the proper settings to alleviate sibilance.

Here are a few examples -

The top DeEsser plugin has it's own frequency range monitor and isolation tool. The lower example is an EQ displaying a spectral analysis:

http://f-video.s3.amazonaws.com/sib-for-forum.png

When using something like the dbx 286s processor that contains a DeEsser - a real time representation of the sibilant energy will help with properly setting the variable Hi-Pass filter ("Frequency") resulting in accurate attenuation of problematic energy.

I just published dbx 286s: Beyond The Basics. I explain how to perform a real time spectral analysis using an EQ or the free Span Spectrum Analyzer plugin.

-paul.
@produceNewMedia

Hey Paul Really good write up on the DBX 286s. I have been using one for about 3 years now.

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Originally Posted by andrewzarian

Hey Paul Really good write up on the DBX 286s. I have been using one for about 3 years now.

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Thanks, Andrew.

Yeah, i've seen the pics of your gear. Great stuff, especially the Telos/Axia components.

-paul.