Jack Antonoff discusses his creative approach to using compression as an instrument, emphasizing its role in shaping space and dynamics within a mix.
He describes how he interacts with compression in real-time, feeling its impact as he plays, which allows him to manipulate the high end and create a sense of glue in the mix. Antonoff likens compression to other effects like reverb or distortion, highlighting its potential for expressive use rather than just a corrective tool.
By treating compression as an integral part of the performance, Antonoff avoids the static nature of post-processing, preferring to capture the dynamic interplay with compression when recording.