Hi Rich;

Thank you for the description.

A lot of times a little common sense goes a long way.

73 De Anthony W2AJV
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Subject: Re: processors, was Kenwood H F Transceiver;


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> Anthony wrote:
>   >Would you mind telling me how a processor works.
>   >In other words what happens if you introduce more processing into
>   >your audio?
> MOst processors in ham gear are actually compressors.  What they do is
> bring up the softer parts and maybe back off the peaks, when set
> properly.  HOwever I find some weaknesses with compression for ssb
> audio.
>
> FIrst and foremost, a lot of guys with noisy shacks (amplifiers within
> the pickup pattern of the mic with noisy fans) don't have the most
> stellar audio because of the fan noise. SAme could be said of computer
> fans and other extraneous noises.
> THe compressor is helping bring up the softer sounds which the mic can
> hear which means that it thinks the fan noise should also be
> amplified.
>
> AS an audio professional I'd rather have a compressor where I can
> adjust more parameters.  COmpressors are used frequently on some of
> your favorite music.  THe voice-over for that car dealer's commercial
> are run through a compressor as well.  HOwever these compressors have
> more adjustable parameters than the processors in our hf gear.
>
> THis is a pretty deep subject technically for a man who['s just gotten
> home from work and had a couple of shots of bourbon but I can tell you
> that on many rigs I like the sound of the audio better without the
> compressor engaged.  However when set properly with a little attention
> to your operating environment they can do wonders for making you
> intelligible  Btw not a fan of some of the so-called audiophiles who
> are using regular studio gear including compressors instead of those
> built into their radios.  OFten times they are too wide and dirty with
> their audio.  IF your processor is adjustable from the front panel
> remember that a little goes a long way.
>
> I find that on some of the older Icom HF transceivers the compressor
> does actually do one some good.  on many Kenwood rigs it seems to
> depend on the operator, his environment and choice of microphone.
>
> IF you're looking for honest audio reports be sure to ask on 14.3 the
> maritime mobile service net.  IF the processor is hurting the sound of
> your audio there is always one guy on freq or more who'll tell you the
> honest unvarnished truth.  IF I'm testing a new to mne setup or rig
> I'll always ask there before even the traffic nets.
>
> 73 de nf5b
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> Richard Webb
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