TAPCO SQUEEZ SQ-2 TW0 CHANNELS COMPRESSOR-GATE

Smooth Compression and Gating with Classic "Air" EQ

Squeez SQ?2 provides two channels of smooth compression and gating, plus an
adjustable "Air" EQ for that classic vocal sound of the '60s and '70s. The Compressor
section offers both auto "soft-knee" and "hard-knee" curves, while the Soft Gate
employs an expander function at the threshold to eliminate annoying clicks from
drums and other percussive sounds. Finally, the adjustable "Air" filter restores natural
top-end, letting you dial in vintage sounds without the hassle of expensive and finicky
old gear.
The ups and downs of dynamics
It's a law of physics that audio electronics are noisy. You can raise the volume of the
desired sounds to hide the hiss, but by mixing louder you can clip your signal (which
causes distortion much worse than the dreaded hiss). Another problem we face is when
certain musical passages are pushed to the limits, you'll find that some softer sections
get lost.
Enter Squeez
The Squeez SQ?2 acts like an extra pair of hands that quickly adjust the volume of two
incoming signals to prevent them from clipping. The SQ?2 offers a variety of controls to
let you dial in a "personality" for each of these virtual hands and shape their response to
suit the dynamics of the signals they are controlling.
Accurate control for better sound
The Squeez SQ?2 provides threshold and ratio controls that determine when to lower the signal,
and by how much. Attack and release control how quickly the SQ?2 reacts and returns to normal
when a strong signal is encountered. And there's an Output control that let's you make-up the volume
lost when the compressor does its thing. There are eight bright LEDs on each channel so you can
actually see the compression as it happens. And if all this potential overwhelms you, there's an
Automatic Attack/Release button you can engage until you're ready to take full control. Finally,
each channel includes a smart gate/expander that essentially turns down the channel so you don't
hear a bunch of hum and noise when no signal is playing.
Classic "Air" EQ
Compressing an audio signal can change the sound in a not-so-good ways also. Many compressors
can suck out the high frequencies?especially when compressing hard. The SQ?2 includes a unique
“Air" EQ circuit that restores the high frequencies lost in compression. And because it's variable, you
can decide the exact amount of restoration required.
Connections you can rely on
The Squeez SQ?2 features balanced XLR and ?-inch inputs and outputs for connecting to virtually any
mixer. A ?-inch TRS Side Chain insert is provided for frequency-dependent or time-shifted compression,
ducking, or even triggering the processor with another signal entirely, opening up a whole new palette of
sonic control. Compact, the SQ?2 requires just one space of a standard 19-inch rack. It has a switchable
115V/230V power supply in case you've gotta leave the country in a hurry. And like everything TAPCO, it's
designed tough to withstand the rigors of the road.

FEATURES:
? 2-channel compressor/gate with smooth, musical sound
? Auto Soft-Knee/Hard-Knee curves depending on compression setting
? New adjustable Air filter adds natural high-end for classic studio compression sounds
  (a la Motown records)
? Soft Gate circuitry provides expansion at the threshold to eliminate clipped gated sounds
? Individual Threshold, Ratio, Attack, and Release controls per channel
? Output gain compensation controls
? Auto attack/release function with indicator
? Individual Channel In/Out button and indicator
? Precision 8-segment Gain Reduction meters
? XLR/TRS and Side Chain connections
? Selectable Line voltage (115/230V)

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 

The DPR-504 is a 4-channel noise gate.

Each channel features:
A parametric key filter with key filter listening.
Simultaneous key level and threshold metering with average and
peak metering.
A gate status LED.
A RELEASE/HOLD control (hold tracks proportionally with release
times).
Attack switchable auto/fast (auto tracks signal dynamics for optimum
setting).
Link (links two channels together).
Key source allows external triggers.

The Range switch selects between 7OdB and 2OdB gating depth to
provide alternative release profiles.
The unit features electronically balanced inputs and outputs. 

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.