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- Audiophile 31-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 Limiters with gain reduction meters for each channel protect your sound system from overload and distortion
- Pink noise generator provides test signals to adapt your sound system to any room acoustics
- Mono subwoofer output with dedicated level control and adjustable crossover frequency
- Additional sweepable high and low-cut filters for each channel remove unwanted frequencies e.g. floor rumble, hiss etc.
- Highly accurate 8-segment LED input/output metering and input gain controls for easy level setting
- Relay-controlled hard bypass with an auto-bypass function during power failure (fail-safe relay)
- 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
| Bring a more professional sound to your mix
Adding a dbx® 266xs Compressor/Limiter/Gate to your live sound rig or studio gives you more dynamic control to help create a more polished, professional sound. Having compression in your audio chain gives you the ability to smooth out uneven levels, add sustain to guitars and fatten up your drums. It also makes it easy to bring vocals to the front of your mix - adding greater clarity and making them stand out from the surrounding instruments.
dbx knows compressors...after all we invented them! The 266xs is the latest in a long line of the world's most successful compressors from the inventors of the technology. Its patented Overeasy® compression technology provides smooth and musical performance while the AutoDynamic™ attack and release controls, found only on dbx compressors, puts great sound within easy reach. The 266xs can operate in stereo or dual-mono modes, has true RMS power summing and features quality XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs and outputs. It cuts no corners on visual feedback with gain reduction metering and easy-to-read backlit switches.
Features
- Error proof operation to smooth uneven levels, add sustain to guitars, fatten drums or tighten up mixes
- New gate timing algorithms ensure the smoothest release characteristics
- Program-adaptive expander/gates
- Great sounding dynamics control for any type of program material
- Separate precision LED displays for gain reduction, compression threshold and gate threshold allow quick, accurate setup
- Stereo or dual-mono operation
- Balanced inputs and outputs on 1/4" TRS and XLR connectors
- Side Chain insert
- Classic dbx® "Auto" mode
Specifications
| Input Connectors |
1/4" TRS and female XLR (pin 2 hot) |
| Input Type |
Electronically balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered |
| Input Impedance |
40kΩ balanced/unbalanced |
| Max Input |
>+22dBu Balanced or Unbalanced |
| Output Connectors |
1/4" TRS, female XLR (pin 2 hot) |
| Output Type |
Impedance-balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered |
| Output Impedance |
+4dBu: 100Ω balanced, 50Ω unbalanced; -10dBu: 1kΩ balanced, 500Ω unbalanced |
| Max Output |
>+21dBu balanced/unbalanced into 2kΩ or greater; >+18dBm balanced/unbalanced (into 600Ω) |
| Sidechain |
1/4" TRS Phone, Normalled: Ring = Output (send); tip = Input (return) |
| Sidechain Impedance |
Tip = >10kΩ (Input), Ring = 2kΩ (Output) |
| Sidechain Max Input Level |
Tip = >+22dBu (Input) |
| Sidechain Max Output Level |
Ring = >+20dBu (Output) |
| Compressor Threshold Range |
-40dBu to +20dBu |
| Compressor Threshold Characteristic |
Selectable OverEasy® or hard knee |
| Compressor Ratio |
1:1 to Infinity:1 |
| Compressor Attack Time |
Scalable Program-Dependent AutoDynamic™ |
| Compressor Release Time |
Scalable Program-Dependent AutoDynamic™ |
| Expander/Gate Threshold Range |
-60dBu to +15dBu |
| Expander/Gate Ratio |
1:1 to 4:1 |
| Expander/Gate Attack Time |
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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
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The class-A circuit used in the EQ-73 is similar to the eq section in the classical 1073 module, without the high pass filter. Additional frequencies have been added and the mid frequency band uses two inductors, the higher value of the second one is used for the two lowest frequencies, 160 Hz and 240 Hz, to achieve a suitable response.
The sound character is warm, punchy, sweet and musical. These classic characteristics have been heard on countless recordings through the years and it is a versatile sound that works very well on most sound sources and in most genres. The essence of this sound is now available at a surprisingly low cost, making it available to nearly everyone.
The EQ-73 has stepped frequency controls that offers a wide selection of frequencies from 20 Hz to 24 kHz.
The Low and High frequency bands are shelving and the mid frequency band is of the bell type.
The control range is +/-15 dB for the two lower bands and +/- 18dB for the high frequency band.
There are separate bypass switches for all three bands.
The EQ-73 is made to be used together with one of our PRE-73 models that has an Insert jack. It can also be used with many other units that has a low level insert jack.
Combining a PRE-73 and an EQ-73, and using a UNITE rack kit to mount them together, one will get a 19-inch 1073-style unit at a low cost and with a great sound!
FEATURES
- Vintage Style electronics. No intergrated circuits in the signal path
- 3-band with a dual inductor based mid frequency band
- Stepped frequency selection
- A wide selection of frequencies from 20 Hz to 24 kHz
- Control range up to +/- 18 dB
- Separate Bypass switches for each band
- Tantalum capacitors in the signal path
- Made to be used together with one of our PRE-73 models with an Insert jack or any other unit with a low level Insert jack
- TRS jack for in-and output connection, the nominal working level is around 18 dBu
- Selectable ground lift switch
- External power supply to avoid interaction with the audio circuits
- Great sound that suits most sound sources and genres
- A solid build quality that will last many years of normal use
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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
| 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: Typicall >112dB
Signal-to-Noise: Typically >95dB
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