| name | compression-for-vocal-consistency |
| description | Use when leveling vocal dynamics. Compression smooths volume variation, makes voice consistent.
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Compression for Vocal Consistency
Compressor reduces peaks, raises quiet. Result: consistent voice level. Settings: ratio, threshold, attack, release.
Compression settings
Voice compression starting point:
- Threshold: -18 to -12 dBFS
- Ratio: 3:1 to 4:1
- Attack: 5-15ms (catch peaks)
- Release: 50-150ms (natural decay)
- Makeup gain: 3-6 dB (recover loudness)
Adjust per voice.
When to compress
- Inconsistent vocal levels (speaker varies loud/soft)
- Smoothing dynamics (interview vs presentation)
- Increasing perceived loudness
- Reducing peaks before publishing
- Tightening voice (controlled, broadcast feel)
Avoid over-compression
Over-compression sounds:
- Pumping (audible volume changes)
- Lifeless (no dynamic range)
- Squashed (no impact)
- Distorted at peaks
Light compression (2:1 to 4:1 ratio) is usually enough. Multi-stage compression for heavy lifts.
Where this fits in the X3 empire
Voice compression for CardPrepAI videos.