This type of limiting affects certain bands of frequencies, lows, mids and highs. The limiters are placed on the outputs of the crossover. This allows you to individually adjust the bands as needed. This will give you the smoothest sound, and best overall protection. A lot of radio stations use band limiters to even out all the varieties of program material.
Compressors used in the studio are usually of tube type in nature.
They have a very warm and smooth sound that is preferred by studio engineers. Bio Steve Aries, Audio Engineer with 20 years experience. Marvin Gaye, Triumph, REO Speedwagon, while at dB Sound. Very special thanks to Steve Aries and Aries Audio. Look for this monthly feature in upcoming issues of Musicians Hotline.