Explore the creative possibilities of compression with negative ratios using the Elysia mpressor|500 on drums.
Unlike traditional ratios like 2:1 or 4:1, which reduce the output gain incrementally, and infinite:1, which limits any increase past the threshold, negative ratios invert the dynamic curve. As the input gets louder, the output becomes quieter. This adds punch and movement.
Negative ratios introduce unique envelope shapes and sonic textures, serving as a "magic spice" when seeking unconventional dynamic effects.