GOLDEN AGE EQ-73 Equalizer

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

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:

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

With 12 inputs and 6 outputs and Ethernet control the dbx ZonePro? 1260 and 1261
are the newest members of the ZonePro? family providing a complete suite of signal
processing and control for Commercial Audio applications.
Designed to offer superior system sonic performance and flexibility, the 1260/1261 deliver
the highest quality tools available. Even the input and outputs connectors were chosen for
their standard usage and reliability. The ZonePro products offer Euroblock connectors for
balanced signals and RCA connectors for interfacing with consumer equipment often used
in commercial applications; there is also a simple analog input buss that allows inputs to be
sent from one unit to the next for unit and job scalability. The 1260 and 1261 provide every
necessary processing tool, from the input processing like gain control and EQ available on all
inputs to highly sophisticated and specific functions such as selectable paging microphone
processing including Gating, De-Essing, Auto Gain Control, Compression and Feedback
Suppression. The heart of the ZonePro products is the Routing module that provides of course
Primary Source Selection but also Source Ducking for Paging and Priority Override. The outputs
also offer a wealth of processing designed for commercial applications like our patent-pending
AutoWarmth? function that was co-developed with JBL to provide natural low frequency extension
at any signal level. Each output also offers EQ, Bandpass and Crossover filters, Limiting and Delay
for system optimization. With the ZonePro? every tool is at your disposal to maximize the response
of your system.
Beyond processing, the ZonePro? products offer multiple forms of control to further extend the
versatility of your system. From easy-to-use wall panel Zone Controllers for standard end-user
functions like source select and volume control to advanced system control including a built-in
Real Time Clock that can provide programmable system changes throughout the day or week.
For system setup and monitoring the ZonePro Designer software provides an intuitive interface
and a speedy setup Wizard for configuring and editing all system parameters. The addition of
Ethernet control means that not only will it work with standard network equipment, but it can also
be accessed from remote dialup locations or from wireless access points.
The ZonePro? 1260 and 1261 will take your Commercial Audio system to the next level with advanced
processing, versatility and control.
 
? Advanced Feedback Suppression (AFS?)
? Autowarmth?
? Auto Gain Control
? Compression
? Limiting
? Noise Gating
? Notch Filtering
? Bandpass and Crossover Filters
? Parametric EQ
? Security Lockout
? Wall Panel Control
? RS-232 Control
? IEC, UL and CSA Approvals
 
ZonePro? 1260/1261 Specifications    
      
ANALOG INPUT
Number of Inputs:
12 Total (2) Switchable mic or line, (8) RCA, and (1)
S/PDIF
Connectors:
Euroblock (Line and Mic) RCA (Source)
Type:
Impedance (Euroblock):
> 50kΩ Balanced, >25kΩ Unbalanced, RF Filtered
Impedance (RCA):
>25kΩ Unbalanced, RF Filtered
Max input line level:
+20dBu Mic/Line, +12dBu RCA
CMRR:
> 40dB, typically >55db @ 1kHz
Mic Pre gain:30 to 60dB
Mic EIN:
> 118dB, 22Hz-22kHz, 150Ω Source Impedance
Mic Phantom Power:
15V
 
ANALOG OUTPUTS
Number of Outputs 6
Connectors: Euroblock
Type:
Electronically balanced, RF filtered
Impedance:
120 ohms balanced, 60ohm unbalanced
Max Output Level: +20dBu
 
A/D PERFORMANCE
Type:
dbx Type IV? conversion system
Dynamic Range line:
>113 dB, A-weighted, >110 dB unweighted
Type IV dynamic range:
>119 dB, A-weighted, 22kHz BW
>117 dB, A-weighted, 22kHz BW
Sample Rate: 48kHz
 
D/A PERFORMANCE
Dynamic Range:
112 dB A-weighted, 109dB unweighted
 
SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
Dynamic Range:
>110 dB A-weighted, >107dB unweighted
THD+N:
0.003% typical at +4dBu, 1kHz, 0dB gain
Frequency Response:
20Hz - 20kHz, +/-0.5dB
Interchannel Crosstalk:
>80dB typical
Crosstalk input to output:
>80dB
Propagation Delay
0.6 msec
 
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Operating Voltage:
100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption:
27 Watts
 
Physical:
Weight:
6.8 lbs.(3.1 kg) Shipping weight 8.8 lbs. (4.0 kg)
Dimensions:
1.75? H x 5.75? D x 19? W

The AD2055 combines 100% discrete, pure class A signal amplifiers with state-of-
the-art passive and active filter topologies. The AD2055's unique circuitry delivers
very high resolution transient detail at the operational extremes of real world equalization
demands. The AD2055 auto-bias DC servo loop control eliminates the need for all
interstage capacitor coupling. The AD2055 breathes life into all musical performances!
 
AD2055 FEATURES
Pure Class A, 100% discrete design
Smooth musical detail and sonic excellence
Minimum audio signal path
Dual mono operation
Transparent active and passive filter design
High headroom +30dB Very low noise -94dB
Fully balanced inputs and outputs
DC coupled, no transformers in audio path
Switched frequencies in high and low bands
Mid bands use X10 frequency for extended range
Wide bandwidth -3dB 1Hz to 450kHz
Low distortion less than 0.5% THD and IMD
All signal routing with sealed silver relays Conductive
plastic potentiometers for low noise
External 150W toroidal power supply 100% discrete
power supplies for audio path
Long lasting, stainless steel hardware
 
SONIC EXCELLENCE
The Avalon AD2055 Pure Class A music equalizer is the most powerful, low noise
parametric equalizer available today. Designed to optimize absolute signal integrity
and musical performance, the AD2055 combines the best of active and passive filter
topologies with sonic excellence unequaled by lesser designs. The AD2055 is the
perfect solution for two buss music-program equalization, special instrument EQ and
FX applications and ultra high performance mastering studio's.

Features include state-of-the-art, balanced 100% discrete, Pure Class A signal amplifiers,
practical user features and rugged hardware designed to deliver true high performance
audio for many years. 

PASSIVE-ACTIVE FILTER DESIGN
Avalon equalizers feature the unique combination of both active and passive filter EQ designs.
This special combination enables the AD2055 to deliver high speed transient detail at the
operational extremes of real-world equalization demands. The passive high and low bands offer
alternate musical tone range to the full function active parametric mid bands. Passive equalizers
have long been a favorite with music lovers around the world.  Full bodied, powerful (up to +/-32dB,
64dB range !) and sweet frequency selections are the benefits of the passive high-low EQ bands.
The full bandwidth twin mid bands provide variable frequency selection (X10 frequency multipliers
for very wide range), variable Q (width) and amplitude control.

MINIMUM SIGNAL PATH DESIGN
Avalon's advanced true symmetry design offers high-voltage, large headroom, extended bandwidth
and very low noise. The use of 100% discrete, Pure Class A signal amplifiers give the serious music
professional unlimited sonic character and a natural harmonic detail that enhances the program
material and becomes one with the music itself. The Avalon AD2055 breathes life!

AD2055 SPECIFICATIONS
Circuit Topology  High-voltage 100% discrete, balanced and symmetrical
Class A 
Output Gain Range  Unity Gain 
Maximum Input Level  +30dB balanced XLR pin 2 hot 
Maximum Output Level  +32dB balanced 600 ohms, DC coupled, high-current
discrete Class A 
Input / Output Type  XLR type, pin 2 hot balanced 
Noise 20kHz Unweighted  -94dB (EQ in) 
Distortion THD, IMD  0.5% (typical 0.05% at +6dB 1kHz) 
Frequency Response -3dB  1Hz to 450kHz (input band limited) 
Equalizer Type  Passive high and low bands plus two fully parametric mid
bands 
Bypass  Hard-wire relay bypass for equalizer in-out 
Low Band F1  Passive, amplitude to -32dB to +32dB shelf or peak-dip curve 
F1 Frequency Range  Switched 10 position 18Hz, 25, 30, 50, 72, 100, 150, 215,
300, 450Hz 
Mid Band F2  Active, amplitude to -16dB to +16dB peak-dip curve 
F2 Frequency Range  Variable 35Hz to 450Hz (x10) 350Hz to 4k5Hz, Q (width)
0.3 to 3.0 
Mid Band F3  Active, amplitude to -16dB to +16dB peak-dip curve 
F3 Frequency Range  Variable 160Hz to 2k0Hz (x10) 1k6Hz to 20kHz, Q (width)
0.3 to 3.0 
High Band F4  Passive, amplitude to -26dB to +26dB shelf or peak-dip curve 
F4 Frequency Range  Switched 10 position 1k5Hz, 2k5, 3k5, 5k, 7k2, 10k, 12k5,
15k, 20k, 25kHz 
AC-DC Power  External AC supply, 150w toroidal transformer, 4 pin cable 90v
isolated, 
(B2T Power Supply Included)  100-240v selectable 50/60Hz, 150w max 
Dimensions  19 x 3.5 x 12 in (482 x 88 x 305mm) 
Shipping weight  30lbs (13.6 kg)