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Alesis 3630 Compressor

RMS/Peak dual-channel compressor/limiter with gate.

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Great compression makes a huge difference in your music; it can turn a mediocre demo into a processional-quality production. The 3630 Compressor is designed as a high-quality, versatile compression unit which can be used live or in the studio with consistent results. The 3630 is a dual-channel compressor that offers Ratio, Threshold, Attack, and Decay controls to handle the toughtest signals. You can choose between RMS and Peak compression styles, plus Hard and Soft Knee dynamic curves for every application from subtle gain control to in-your face punch. Plus, 2 fully independent gates give you even more control when dealing with difficult signals. Other advanced dynamics processing features such as precise signal metering, a sidechain for keying or ducking effects, and stereo linkable operation make the 3630 the most powerful compressor in its class.

Technical Info

(Each channel) Input Impedance: greater than 100k ohms, unbalanced

Max. Input Level: 10VRMS (+22dBu)

Dynamic Range: 118dB, A-weighted

Signal to Noise Ratio: 100dB

Headroom: 18dB <0.05 @ +4dBu, A-weighted with 6dB compression, any switch setting, nominal attack and release times

Distortion: <0.05 @ +4dBu, A-weighted with 6dB compression, any switch setting, nominal attack and release times

Threshold of Limiting: -40dBu to +20dBu

Peak Mode Attack Time: 0.1ms - 200ms

Peak Mode Release Time: 50ms - 3S

RMS Average Mode Attack and Release Times: Program dependent

Compression Ratio: 1:1 - :1 with selectable hard or soft compression knee

Gate Threshold: Continuously open to 10dBu

Gate Rate Time: 20ms - 2S

Output Impedance: 470, unbalanced

Output Gain Control Range: -20 to +20dB

Nominal Output "Zero" Level: +4dBu or -10dBV, switchable

Indicators: 12-segment gain reduction LED display with -1 to -30dB range, 12 segment LED input/output (selectable) level display with -30 to +6dB range, Gate open/close LEDs

Additional Controls: Stereo/dual mono link switch, bypass switch

Input Connectors: 1/4" phone jack

Output Connectors: 1/4" phone jack

Sidechain Connectors: 1/4" TRS jack

Power Requirements: External 9 VAC Transformer, UL and CSA Approved

Dimensions (W x H x D): 19 x 1.75 x 4 in.

Weight: 2.6 lbs.
Capable of subtle gain control to in-your-face punch, the Alesis 3630 compressor/limiter/gate has found a lot of homes. Extra features like precise metering, side chain, and stereo linking make it more than worth its price. 1/4" I/O.
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Alesis 3630 Compressor Reviews

109 People rated this product :
           7 out of 10
           9 out of 10
"Alesis 3630 is best buy for HOUSE MUSIC PRODUCERS"
Feature:
all the necessary knobs that you would need in a dynamics processing unit.

Quality:
mine is beat up, but the sound it clean

Value:
this is the best compressor for the money

Desirability:
this product is a sleeper, it is generally disliked by the audio tweeks, but for house music it is the BOMB!

Sound:
Punchy, tight sound. Probably bad for rock music or a live band. GREAT for house music, techno. Used by Thomas Bangalter of Daft Punk, Patrick Alavi, High Caliber and many other house music groups.

Support:
never dealt with tech support

Overall:
overall, this is probably the best sounding dynamics processor you can own without spending upwards of $1000

Submitted: 09/29/2003
Style of Music: House, Techno
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           10 out of 10
"Made to last you in any usage setting with no regrets"
Feature:
Good

Quality:
Well-made to last

Value:
Cheapest and yet the best compressor in its range

Desirability:
Want it in no time. Why not.

Sound:
The sond delivered after compression is very neutral and clean with GOOD DYNAMICS and clarity. No doubt this compressor is the best of its kind. TS inputs/outputs are perfect for insert mixers with additional sidechains. Alesis is good!

Ease of Use:
Easy to learn in using the functions in no time.

Support:
Good.

Overall:
Good enough for studio and live usage, this compressor delivers wonders as the sound produced is what you want in transparency and neutrality. Alesis did it all. No regrets for this lightweight platform that is made to serve its master for good.

Submitted: 07/11/2006
Style of Music: pop
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