compressor/thresholds question

[Fakey]

I have a very simple question but i can't seem to find the awnser in any of the books I have on recording.

How do u deside what's the best threshold setting for your compressor??

 

[Massive Master]

Whichever setting sounds best. It's also completely dependent on the incoming signal, so there's no "automatic" starting point.

 

[Farview]

I have a very simple question but i can't seem to find the awnser in any of the books I have on recording.

That is because you do not have a very simple question. What Massive said.