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- Professional 15-band stereo graphic equalizer for live and studio applications
- Revolutionary FBQ Feedback Detection system instantly reveals critical frequencies and can also be used as audio analyzer
- Ultra-low noise 4580 operational amplifiers for highest signal integrity
- Dedicated mono subwoofer output with adjustable crossover frequency
- Additional low-cut filter removes unwanted frequencies, e.g. floor rumble
- Highly accurate 4-segment LED output metering and input gain controls for easy level setting
- Servo-balanced inputs and outputs with 1/4" TRS and gold-plated XLR connectors
- “Planet Earth" switching power supply for maximum flexibility (100
- 240 V~), noise-free audio, superior transient response plus low power consumption for energy saving
- 3-Year Warranty Program*
- Designed and engineered in Germany
| PRICE WITHOUT V.A.T.
BSS Opal FCS-966 Constant Q Graphic Eq
Graphic equalisers are found in just about every sound application, from room contouring to feedback control and general audio sweetening.
Traditionally, much general eq'ing takes place on the faders alone, but this restricts the use of the faders at each end of the scale for further precision eq work. So we provided the Opal FCS-966 with separate LF and HF contour filters which can change an overall sound balance without disturbing a detailed room or loudspeaker response.
These filters are very musical gentle boost and cut shelving filters which can be used to add (or remove) room effects that change with temperature, audience numbers or humidity.
All these effects can be easily made without disturbing the critical fader settings already made.
Constant Q Filters
The modern generation of graphic eq's
uses the Constant Q topology, pioneered by BSS Audio, which means that the filter width is constant whatever the fader gain setting.
Compared to the earlier 'gyrator' style of filters, Constant Q filters provide a smoother and more predictable interaction between adjacent faders and the resulting eq curve more closely resembles the actual fader positions.
More Gain Control Per Filter
Each eq fader has +/-15dB of adjustable gain, more than many competitive graphic eq's. The faders are long-throw 45mm types for precision control.
High Pass Filter
Also provided on the FCS-966 is a sweepable high-pass filter which can be used very effectively to restrict the low-energy output for better amplifier and loudspeaker performance. Stage monitors also benefit from the application of a high-pass filter to remove bass signals e.g. from vocal-only wedges.
Metering
BSS Audio believes in providing engineers with information, and the FCS-966's 8-segment led meter shows output level and warns of signal clipping within the eq. When the unit is switched to bypass, the meter will read the input level, allowing accurate matching of the 'dry' and equalised signals using the gain control.
Centre Bypass
When any eq fader is in its centre detent position, the filter is automatically bypassed, for optimum performance.
Input/Outputs
All the inputs and outputs of the FCS-966 are electronically balanced, with optional transformer balancing. To make installation of the FCS-966 easier, we've provided three differerent interface connectors: XLR-type, 1/4" TRS jack and Phoenix/Combicon screw terminals.
Relay Bypass
The EQ IN buttons switch the EQ path
into circuit. When switched out, or power fails, a high-quality relay switches the input signal directly to the output connectors.
Control Descriptions
Faders
30 EQ filter faders on ISO centres, each with nominal +/-15dB of gain. Positive centre-detent on 45mm long-throw precision faders.
HP Filter
Sweepable high pass filter, frequency adjustable from OUT (flat) up to 250Hz.
LF Contour
Smooth shelving filter, +/-6dB of gain at 50Hz
HF Contour
Smooth shelving filter, +/-6dB of gain at 14kHz.
GAIN
Used for overall unity gain adjustment. Adjustable from - infinity to +10dB.
CLIP
Triple-point clip detector that indicates red when the internal signal is clipping at any one of three critical points.
LED Meter
Shows output signal level (input signal when eq is bypassed) from -24dBu to +18dBu in 8 steps. |
The S com 4 is a compact and versatile single-rack space device that provides
four channels of high quality dynamics processing with an Expander/Gate and
Compressor/Limiter on each channel.
The four channels operate independently or in stereo pairs. Its multi-segment LED
metering displays input/output level as well as gain reduction. The Expander/Gate
section features a continuously variable Threshold control as well as a switch for
fast or slow release times.
The Compressor/Limiter section includes variable Threshold, Ratio and Output levels.
S com 4's Enhancer switch restores high frequencies that are sometimes diminished
by heavy compression. This wide-ranging combination of features makes the S com
4 an efficient and versatile audio tool for a wide variety of applications. Its clean and
quiet audio characteristics make it ideal where high sonic integrity is imperative.
FEATURES:
4 Channel Compressor/Limiter, Expander/Gate with Enhancer
Linkable in two Stereo pairs
Expander/Gate with variable Trigger control and switchable Fast/Slow Release
5 Segment LED meters for Input/Output levels and Gain Reduction on each channel
Advanced circuit design utilizing Low Noise Operational
Amplifiers and High Quality VCA's
Servo Balanced Inputs and Outputs on XLR and 1/4" connectors
SKD (Smart Knee Detector) circuit automatically switches from soft to hard knee
based on the level of Input signal applied
Individual Threshold and Ratio controls on each channel
Three-year extended warranty
| Digital stereo active crossover with 4 inputs and 8 outputs, incl. software .
- Flexible routing configurations for all standard mono and stereo output operating modes
- 4 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs (XLR)
- Active frequency filter types (Bessel, Butterworth and Linkwitz-Riley) with slopes up to 24 dB/octave split up the audio signal into different frequency bands
- Incl. software editor (for PC and Mac) for remote control via computer through USB interface: store, transfer, and manage your presets
- Up to 30 user presets storable in the device via software
- 5 menu languages selectable (German, English, French, Spanish, Dutch)
- Alphanumeric LCD screen with 2 lines of 16 characters each
- Input sensitivity digitally adjustable
- Inputs and outputs with 4-digit LED level meter as well as clip and limit LED indicator
- Mute switch with LED indicator per output
- 7-band parametric EQ per output
- Up to 7 ms signal delay adjustable for the outputs
- Output limiter with adjustable limits and automatic attack and release settings as overload protection for your amplifying system
- Switchable phase
- Lock function for prevents undesired changes to settings
- Rack installation, 1 U
- Windows XP, Vista, 7, 10 and Mac OS X 10.5.8 and better
- Digital signal processor
- The device can be connected via USB to the PC in connection with DXO Software
The firmware can be updated via the PC connection
- (19") 48.3 cm rack installation 1 U
| Power supply: |
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
6 V DC 800 mA |
| Power connection: |
Mains input via Coaxial power connector (M) power supply cord with AC adapter (provided) |
| Frequency range: |
10 - 22000 Hz |
| THD: |
<0,005 % at 1 kHz |
| DSP: |
Digital signal processor |
| Crossover frequency: |
20-20000 Hz |
| Impedance: |
Input 10 kOhm
Output 50 Ohm |
| Gain: |
Output: -50 dB to +12 dB |
| Filter: |
Linkwitz-Riley; Butterworth; Bessel; 6db/oct; 12db/oct; 18db/oct; 24db/oct |
| Delay: |
0 - 7 ms |
| Dynamic range: |
Input: 114 dB
Output: 110 dB |
| Sample rate: |
48 kHz |
| Connections: |
Input: line via 4 x 3-pin XLR
Output: line via 8 x 3-pin XLR |
| Max. level: |
Input: +22 dBu
Output: +9 dBu |
| USB port: |
Typ B |
| PC connect: |
DXO Software via USB, firmware can be updated |
| Housing design: |
(19") 48.3 cm rack installation 1 U |
| Dimensions: |
Width: 48,3 cm
Depth: 22,3 cm
Height: 4,45 cm |
| Weight: |
1,90 kg |
| Overview
More sound to your amps and speakers
The secret to making speakers sound great lies with the crossover you use. With the dbx® 223xs Crossover you\'ll get great performance, ultra low-noise, rugged reliability and four decades of dbx knowledge and expertise in building the world\'s finest processors. The 223xs uses precision filters to separate the audio signal and direct the correct frequencies to your loudspeaker drivers. By directing only the specific frequency bands to each speaker driver the 223xs leaves your amplifiers free to use their full power on the usable signal eliminating distortion and giving your PA system a cleaner and better sound.
The dbx 223xs is a dual channel crossover with all the features you would expect from a professional product. It features Linkwitz-Riley 24dB per octave filters, independent output gain controls for level matching, output phase inversion, 40 Hz low cut filter, and optional mono summing of the low frequency (subwoofer) output. Everything in the design exudes great precision from the solid "click" controls to the high quality XLR inputs and outputs
Features
- XLR balanced ins and outs
- Mode switch for stereo 2-way or mono 3-way operation
- Low frequency summed (subwoofer) output
- x10 range switch on both channels
- 40Hz high pass (low cut) filter both channels
- Phase reverse switch on all outputs
- Individual level controls on all outputs
- 24dB per octave Linkwitz-Riley filters (the professional standard)
- Stereo/Mono status LEDs indicate the selected mode
- dbx® 2 year parts and labor as standard
- CSA NRTL/C approved
- CE compliant
Specifications
| Input Connectors |
XLR (pin 2 hot) |
| Input Type |
Electronically balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered |
| Input Impedance |
Balanced >50k ohm, unbalanced >25k ohm |
| Max Input |
>+22dBu balanced or unbalanced |
| CMRR |
>40dB, typically >55dB at 1kHz |
| Output Connectors |
XLR |
| Output Type |
Impedance-balanaced/unbalanced, RF filtered |
| Output Impedance |
Balanced 200 ohm, unbalanced 100 ohm |
| Max Output |
>+21dBu balanced/unbalanced into 2k ohms or greater |
| Bandwidth |
20Hz to 20kHz, +/-0.5dB |
| Frequency Response |
90 kHz, +0/-3 dB |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
Ref: +4 dBu, 22 kHz measurement bandwidth |
| Signal-to-Noise (Stereo Mode) |
>94dB (Low Output), >91dB (High Output) |
| Signal-to-Noise (Mono Mode) |
>94dB (Low Output), >93dB (Mid Output), >91dB (High Output) |
| Dynamic Range |
> 106 dB, unweighted, any output |
| THD+Noise |
< 0.004% at +4 dBu, 1 kHz; < 0.04% at +20 dBu, 1 kHz |
| Interchannel Crosstalk |
< -80 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Crossover Frequencies (Stereo Mode) |
Low/High: 45 to 960 Hz or 450 Hz to 9.6 kHz (x10 setting) |
| Crossover Frequencies (Mono Mode) |
Low/Mid: 45 to 960 Hz or 450 Hz to 9.6 kHz (x10 setting); Mid/High: 45 to 960 Hz or 450 Hz to 9.6 kHz (x10 setting) |
| Crossover Filter Type |
Linkwitz-Riley, 24 dB/octave, state-variable |
| Low cut Switch |
Activates 40 Hz Butterworth, 12 dB/octave high-pass filter, one switch per channel. |
| Phase Invert Switch |
Inverts the phase at the output, one switch per output. |
| x1 / x10 Switch |
Multiplies the low-high(mono: low/mid and high/mid) crossover frequency range of the front-panel markings by a factor of 1 or 10, one switch per channel. |
| Mode Switch |
Selects stereo/mono and 2/3-way operation |
| LF Sum Switch |
Selects normal (stereo) or mono-summed low frequency operation and disables Ch 2ʼs low output phase invert LED to indicate that this output is not operational in the LF sum mode. |
| Indicators |
Stereo Operation (Green); Mono Operation (Yellow); Low Cut (Red-per channel); x10 (Green-per channel); Phase Invert (Red-per output) |
| Operating Voltage |
100 VAC 50/60 Hz; 120 VAC 60 Hz 230 VAC50 HZ |
| Operating Temperature |
32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C) |
| Power Consumption |
15W |
| Power Connector |
IEC receptacle |
| Dimensions |
1.75" H X 19" W X 6.9" D (4.4cm x 48.3cm x 17.5cm) |
| Unit Weight |
3.7 lbs. (1.7 kg) |
| Shipping Weight |
5.4 lbs. (2.5 kg) |
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INPUT
Connectors: 1/4" TRS, female XLR (pin 2 hot)
Type: Electronically balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered
Impedance: Balanced 40k ohm, unbalanced 20k ohm
Max Input Level: >+21dBu balanced or unbalanced
CMRR: >40dB, typically >55dB at 1kHz
OUTPUTS
Connectors: 1/4" TRS, male XLR (pin 2 hot)
Type: Impedance-balanaced/unbalanced, RF filtered
Impedance: Balanced 100 ohm, unbalanced 50 ohm
Max Output Level: >+21dBu balanced/unbalanced into 2k ohm or greater
>+18dBm balanced/unbalanced (into 600 ohm)
SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
Bandwidth: 20Hz to 20kHz, +0.5/-1dB
Frequency Response: 50kHz, +0.5/-3dB
Dynamic Range: Typically >112dB
Signal-to-Noise: Typically >95dB
THD+Noise: |
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