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The Aphex Model 661 is a totally new type of compressor incorporating vacuum tube
technology with the latest innovations in audio compression. This single-channel
compressor/limiter is loaded with features, consolidating for the first time in one rack
space, three patented Aphex circuits: Tubessence?, Easyrider?, and High Frequency
Expander?.
The UNIQUE 661 CIRCUITRY
Tubessence is a true tube circuitwhich provides that "vintage" tube sound without high
the heat, bulk, short life, fragility, and sonic variability found in traditional tube designs.
Easyrider is an Automatic mode that actually works, consisting of the Wave dependent
Compressor? (WDC) circuit which takes the guesswork out of compressing individual
instruments and vocals especially in live mixes. WDC automatically adjusts attack and
release times according to the complexity of the program material. Its No-Knee?
compression curve makes the transition into compression virtually invisible.
In the Manual mode, the Model 661 provides the full complement of compressor adjustments
such as Ratio, Attack, and Release, for maximum flexibility. Express yourself and get those
“punch“, "slap“, "fat“, "pump“, and "squeeze" sounds fast and clean.
The 661 includes the patented High Frequency Expander? (HFX) which decompresses
high frequencies, with user-adjustable ratio and corner frequency. Add "life" and "air" to your
compressed signals without fear of background noise pumping.
The Spectral Phase Refractor? restores clarity and punch to your tracks. Bass frequencies
are more defined with more apparent power. Higher frequencies also seem to gain more detail
and presence.
Use the Model 661 to control dynamics for mixdowns, protect your sound system's loudspeakers
from transients and distortion or shape the sound of individual instruments and vocals. Compress
dynamic levels without fear of reducing frequency response. Whatever type of dynamics control you're
looking for, it can be done with the Model 661 Tube Compressor / Limiter Expressor?.
APPLICATIONS:
Music Production - Improve the sound on individual instruments, vocals and mixes
Sound Reinforcement - A roadable tube compressor/limiter in only one rack space
Broadcast & Post Production - A great vocal processor and a powerful studio tool
Project Studios - Improve the sound of digital recorders and workstations
Musicians - The ultimate compressor for the professional guitar, bass, keyboard instrument rig
Features:
Auto or full Manual operation. In Auto mode, compression parameters constantly change for best sound
A true tube circuit (Tubessence) in the output stage for a "warm“, "live" and "full" sound
HFX allows the use of high compression ratios without the loss of high frequencies
SPR increases the apparent bass energy level, without amplitude equalization or bass boost
Use Sidechain Access sends jacks for creative processing (de-essing and ducking)
Stereo, dual mono or master/ slave operation for total flexibility |
Shure DP11EQE Dynamics Processor Specification:
GENERAL:
Frequency Response: 20 to 20k Hz +/- 1.0 dB re 1 kHz
Dynamic Range: 104 dB minimum, A-weighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Sampling Rate: 48 kHz
Digital-to-Analog, Analog-to-Digital Conversion: 20 bit resolution
Voltage Gain:
1 dB +/- 1dB (power off)
12 dB +/- 2 dB (input 10 dBV, output +4 dBu)
12 dB +/- 2 dB (input +4 dBu, output 10 dBv)
0 dB +/- 2 dB (equal input and output sensitivities)
Impedance:
Input: 47 kilohms +/- 20% actual
Output: 120 ohms +/- 20% actual
Input Clipping Level
+18 dBu minimum (at +4 dBu setting)
+6 dBV minimum (at 10 dBV setting)
Output Clipping Level
+18 dBu minimum (at +4 dBu setting)
+6 dBV minimum (at 10 dBV setting)
Total Harmonic Distortion
LED Signal Indicators
Signal: 40 dB
Clip: 6 dB down from input clipping
Propagation Delay from Input to Ouput
0.8 ms (all filters flat, no dynamics processing, 0 ms delay), up to 2.1 ms (all processing enabled)
Polarity
Input to output: inverting optional (default: non-inverting)
XLR: pin 2 positive with respect to pin 3
1/4-inch TRS: tip positive with respect to ring
Operating Voltage
DP11EQ: 120 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 50 mA max
DP11EQE: 230 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 25 mA max
DP11EQJ: 100 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 50 mA max
Temperature Range
Operating: 0 degrees to 60 degrees C (32 degrees to 140 degrees F)
Fuse
DP11EQ: 120 Vac. Fuse: 100 mA, 250V time delay
DP11EQE: 230 Vac. Fuse: 50 mA, 250 V time delay
DP11EQJ: 100 Vac. Fuse: 100 mA, 250 V time delay
Dimensions
219 mm x 137 mm x 44 mm (8-5/8 in x 5-3/8 in x 1-3/4 in)
Weight: 930 g (2.05 lbs)
DYNAMICS PROCESSOR
Gate and Expander:
Threshold: 72 to 1 dB, 0.5 dB resolution
Attack: 1.0 to 200 ms
Decay: 0.05 to 1 second
Gate Hold Time: 0 to 0.5 seconds
AGC Leveler
Threshold: 72 to 1 dB, 0.5 dB resolution
Attack: 0.2 to 3 seconds
Decay: 0.5 to 5 seconds
Hinge: Threshold to 1 dB, 0.5 dB resolution
Compressor and Limiter
Threshold: 72 to 1 dB, 0.5 dB resolution
Attack: 1.0 to 200 ms
Decay: 0.05 to 1 second
Knee: Hard or Soft selectable
No Overshoot Peak Limiter
Propagation delay: 1 ms
Threshold: 72 to 1 dB, 0.5 dB resolution
Attack: 0 msDecay: 100 ms
PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER
Parametric Filter Frequency Bands
Up to 9 bands, variable frequency, variable Q
Boost/Cut Range
+6 dB to 18 dB per band
Q Range
1/40-octave to 2 octave
High and Low Shelf/Cut Filters
Shelf, +6 to 18 dB per filter
Cut, 12 dB per octave nominal
DELAY
Up to 1.3 seconds, 21 microsecond resolution
| Compressos Expander Gate Kimiter DBX 166XS Stereo
Overview Bring a more professional sound to your mix
Adding a dbx® 166xs 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. To protect your expensive amps and speakers the PeakStop® limiter provides an absolute ceiling for peak excursions or large transients that could damage your equipment.
dbx knows compressors...after all we invented them! The 166xs 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 166xs 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.
Specifications
| Input Connectors |
1/4" TRS, female XLR (pin 2 hot) |
| Input Impedance |
>50kΩ balanced, >25kΩ unbalanced |
| Max Input |
>+24dBu, Balanced or Unbalanced |
| Input Type |
Electronically balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered |
| Sidechain |
1/4" TRS Phone, Normalled: Ring = Output (send); tip = Input (return) |
| Sidechain Impedance |
Tip = >10kΩ (Input), Ring = 2kΩ (Output) |
| Sidechain Max Input Level |
>+20dBu (tip/input); >+20dBu (ring/output) |
| Output Connectors |
1/4" TRS, female XLR (pin 2 hot) |
| Output Impedance |
120Ω balanced, >60Ω unbalanced |
| Max Output |
+21dBu balanced/unbalanced into 2kΩ or greater; >+18 dBm balanced/unbalanced (into 600Ω) |
| Frequency Response |
20Hz - 20kHz; +0, -0.5dB, Typical 3dB points are 0.35Hz and 110kHz, unity gain |
| Noise |
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| 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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Features
Enhance switch to restore spectral balance of compressed signal
Switchable Mode - Dual Channel or Stereo linked
Above or Below Threshold LEDs
Balanced XLR and Jack Inputs and Outputs
Intuitive, user friendly layout
Flawless performance
Innovation
The ARX COMPO? is a unique compressor/limiter designed for use in any
professional audio dynamics control application, packaged in a compact 1
RU chassis.The COMPO operates as two independent compressor/limiters,
with 'industry standard' variable Threshold, Ratio and Output gain controls.
A Stereo Link switch on the front panel lets both channels track as a stereo
pair in a Master/Slave configuration.
Enhance Switch
The COMPO features an 'Enhance' switch, which provides frequency restoration
to preserve the spectral balance of the audio signal, compensating for the sagging
Low and High frequency response of compressed program material.
The best way to think of it is as a 'smart' loudness control.
Wide Scale metering
There is comprehensive LED indication of all operating functions and status. Above
or Below Threshold LEDs on each channel give you instant visual confirmation of
compressor activity, as well as easy to read LED Gain Reduction meters.
Balanced Inputs and Outputs
On the rear panel, each channel has true differential Balanced inputs and outputs,
on both XLR and TRS jack connectors. Other features include an Active/Bypass
switch for each channel, and passive RFI filters on the inputs.
Universal AC Power
AC power range is a universal 100 to 120V or 220 to 240V AC, and is connected to
the unit via a removable power lead and standard 3 pin IEC connector, with built-in
fuse and voltage change switch.
ARX Quality
With its smooth compression, intuitive user friendly layout, high density precision
circuitry, and extensive user-variable operating parameters, the ARX COMPO is the
ideal installation 'set and forget' compressor, and is also equally at home in Studio,
Broadcast and Sound Reinforcement environments.
Every day, ARX Audio interface products solve audio problems for thousands of people
around the world.
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Input Impedance Balanced 20 Kohms, Unbalanced 10 Kohms
Input Headroom + 22 dB
CMRR >60 dB, 20 Hz-20 KHz
Output Impedance Balanced 300 ohms, Unbalanced 150 ohms
Output Level (Max) + 22 dB
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20KHz ±0.4dB
Signal to Noise ratio -85 dB Unweighted, -99 dB 'A' weighted
Distortion .02% THD @ 0dB,1KHz
Dynamic Range 107 dB
Enhance Section
Low Enhance 50 Hz, High Enhance 10 KHz
Power Requirements 100/120 V AC, 220/240 V AC
Weight 5 lbs/2.2 Kg
Dimensions 19“W x 1?“H x 6“D, 482 x 44 x 155mm
Input/OutputConnector type XLR, Balanced Jack
Front Panel Controls
Channel A Active/Bypassed IN/OUT switch
Threshold, Ratio and Output Gain controls
Numbered marker panel for labelling compressor assigns
5 segment LED Gain Reduction display
Above/Below Threshold status LEDs
Enhance switch and status LED
Stereo link switch and status LED
Channel B controls identical to Channel A
Rear Panel Connectors
Balanced XLR Input and Output connectors.
Balanced TRS jack Input and Output connectors.
AC input connector, with voltage switch and fuse.
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Features
Unique High Density design puts SIX gates in
minimum rack space
Intuitive, 'user friendly' layout
Balanced Inputs and Outputs
Fast, low noise opto-coupler circuitry
Sidechain/Key Input points on each channel
Hardwire Bypass switch on each gate
Flawless performance in any audio environment
The sheer amount of effects and signal processors required for today's
standards of audio production puts a great strain on the available space
in equipment racks, both in the studio and on the road.
So, in order to give engineers more control in less space, we've created
the ARX Sixgate; Six full function noise gates neatly housed in a compact,
all steel 1 RU package, without sacrificing features or quality.
Why Six gates?
Research shows that the majority of noise gates get used on drum kits,
which means using typically 5 to 6 gate channels. Compare this to the
two or maybe 4 channels that most other units have, and you'll see the
reason for the Sixgate's success.And, by using a minimalist approach to
drum gates, the ARX Sixgate has enough gates left over for backing vocals
and other instruments.
Industry Standard controls
Front panel controls for each gate consist of the 'Industry Standard' controls
for Release, Depth and Threshold, plus Red and Green LED displays to indicate
Gate Open or Closed status, and an IN/OUT hardwire bypass switch.
In addition to this, each gate has a blank panel to write on for easy confirmation
of gate assigns. No more pieces of masking tape stuck everywhere!
Ultra Low Noise
Internally, each gate has proprietary ARX ultra low noise high-speed opto-coupler
circuitry with program dependent Attack time, which tracks the incoming signal to
automatically determine optimum gate response.
Balanced Inputs and Outputs
The rear panel features true differential Balanced Inputs and Outputs for each gate,
on insulated TRS jack connectors.Each gate channel also has Individual Key Inputs/
Sidechain access insert points which can be used either for gate control by an external
signal, or for frequency sensitive gating (when used in conjuction with an external
equalizer such as the ARX EQ260).
Universal AC Power
AC power range on the Sixgate is a universal 100 to 120V or 220 to 240V, and is
connected to the unit via a standard 3 pin IEC connector, with built-in fuse and voltage
switch.
The Sixgate's unique combination of High Density design, intuitive 'user friendly' controls,
and clean uncluttered layout make it a truly useful audio tool for all applications.
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Input Impedance
Balanced 20 Kohms, Unbalanced 10 Kohms
Input Headroom + 22 dB
CMRR >60 dB, 20 Hz-20 KHz
Output Impedance
Balanced 300 ohms, Unbalanced 150 ohms
Output Level (Max) + 20 dB
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20KHz ±0.2dB
Signal to Noise Ratio
Gate Closed: -95 dB Unweighted, -105 dB 'A' weighted
Gate Open, Depth Minimum: -93.5 dB Unweighted -98dB
'A' weighted
Distortion 0 .01% THD @ 0dB,1KHz
Dynamic Range 125 dB
Attack Time Program dependent using high-speed
opto-couplers
Release Time User variable
Input and Output Connector type Balanced Jack
Sidechain Insert Connector TipRingSleeve Jack
Sidechain Insert Impedance 10 Kohm
Power Requirements 100/120 V AC, 220/240 V AC
Weight 5 lbs/2.2 Kg
Dimensions
19“Wide x 13/4“High x 6“Deep; 482 x 44 x 155mm
Front Panel Controls
Individual Release, Depth and Threshold controls
Hardwire bypass IN/OUT switch
Open/Closed gate status LED
Marker panel for labelling gate assigns
Rear Panel
Balanced Inputs and Outputs, on Balanced jack
connectors
Sidechain Insert/Key Input TipRingSleeve jack on
each channel
AC input connector, with voltage switch and fuse
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