Chapter 2 – Quickstart GuideFor those of you who are experienced users of audio signal processing tools, we recommend that youapproach the API 2500 as you would any compressor which you are already familiar. Keep in mind thatits Thrust, Compression Type, and Knee parameters offer capabilities that transcend other, moreconventional, processors.Newer users should explore the API 2500’s preset library and use its presets as starting points for theirown experimentation. These presets also serve as a valuable introduction to compression techniques ingeneral, and offer a glimpse into the workflow of professional audio engineers.We encourage all users to experiment with the API 2500’s settings in order to better understand itsunique processing power.Waves API 2500 User Manual- 9 -