Mellomprosesser

Mellomprosesser, also known as intermediate processors, are a type of digital signal processor used in various audio equipment and music devices. They are commonly found in synthesizers, drum machines, and effects processors.

Mellomprosesser typically operate on audio signals that have been generated by a previous stage of processing, hence the name "intermediate processor". They are designed to take the processed audio signal and perform additional operations such as filtering, amplitude modification, or delay effects. This allows for further shaping and manipulation of the sound.

In the context of analog synthesizers, mellomprosesser often serve as a way to introduce complexity and interest to the sound, often creating a sense of "movement" or "animation". They can be used to create a wide range of tonal characteristics, from subtle textures to drastic transformations. The specific functionality of a mellomprosesser depends on the design and the signal flow of the equipment in which it is used.

In modern music technology, mellomprosesser are still widely employed in both hardware and software reverb and effects processors. Many music software programs, such as digital audio workstations, offer emulations of classic mellomprosesser and other analog effects units. These emulations aim to recreate the character and behavior of the original analog processors.

Despite the widespread use of digital effects and modeling technologies, the mellomprosesser has maintained a distinct place in the sound engineer's toolkit. This can be attributed to their unique sonic character and the way they interact with other audio signals. As a result, mellomprosesser continue to be an integral part of many audio processing chains.