How To De-Ess Without Killing The Top End

Preview text: Pull the high-end down to tame the 's' and you take the air with it. Here's a better way.

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How To De-Ess Without Killing The Top End
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Pull the high-end down to tame the 's' and you take the air with it. Here's a better way.
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