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Limiter

A fast protection-style dynamics node focused on threshold, attack, and gain ceiling.

Detailed explanation
A fast protection-style dynamics node focused on threshold, attack, and gain ceiling.

Use the Limiter node near the end of the chain when you want a safety stage for hot patches or drums. It is more direct than the compressor and focuses on keeping levels under control.

To use it, place Limiter before Output, set the Gain Limit or threshold conservatively, then raise source levels only while watching the VU Meter or listening for overload.

This is especially useful when experimenting with distortion, FM, or aggressive drum programming that can create sudden peaks.

What to know
  • A practical end-of-chain safety node.
  • Fewer controls than the compressor for faster setup.
  • Helpful before the final output when experimenting with loud patches.
Key controls

Gain Limit

Set the effective output ceiling.

Threshold

Choose where limiting begins to react.

Attack

Control how quickly the limiter clamps down on peaks.

Limiter node

Visual reference for limiter node.