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- 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 dbxå "Auto" mode
Description
Bring a more professional sound to your mix
Adding a dbxå 266xs Compressor/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 Overeasyå compression technology provides smooth and musical performance while the AutoDynamicåÈ 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
Specifications
| Input Connectors | 1/4" TRS and female XLR (pin 2 hot) |
| Input Type | Electronically balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered |
| Input Impedance | 40k_ 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: 100_ balanced, 50_ unbalanced; -10dBu: 1k_ balanced, 500_ unbalanced |
| Max Output | >+21dBu balanced/unbalanced into 2k_ or greater; >+18dBm balanced/unbalanced (into 600_) |
| Sidechain | 1/4" TRS Phone, Normalled: Ring = Output (send); tip = Input (return) |
| Sidechain Impedance | Tip = >10k_ (Input), Ring = 2k_ (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 OverEasyå or hard knee |
| Compressor Ratio | 1:1 to Infinity:1 |
| Compressor Attack Time | Scalable Program-Dependent AutoDynamicåÈ |
| Compressor Release Time | Scalable Program-Dependent AutoDynamicåÈ |
| Expander/Gate Threshold Range | -60dBu to +15dBu |
| Expander/Gate Ratio | 1:1 to 4:1 |
| Expander/Gate Attack Time | <100åµs |
| Expander/Gate Release Time | Program-dependent |
| Bandwidth | 0.35Hz - 90kHz, +0/-3dB |
| Frequency Response | Flat: 20Hz-20kHz, +0, -0.5dB |
| Noise | <-93dBu unweighted (22kHz measurement bandwidth) |
| THD+Noise | Typically <0.2%; Any Amount of Compression @1kHz |
| IMD | Typically <0.2% SMPTE |
| Dynamic Range | >114 dB, unweighted |
| Interchannel Crosstalk | <-95dB, 20Hz to 20kHz |
| CMRR | >40dB, typically >55dB at 1kHz |
| Stereo Coupling | True RMS Power SummingåÈ |
| Power Consumption | 15 Watts Maximum |
| Operating Voltage | 100VAC 50/60Hz; 120VAC 60Hz; 230VAC 50/60Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0ÌC to 45ÌC (32ÌF to 113ÌF) |
| Dimensions | 1.75" x 5.75" x 19" (4.45 cm x 14.6 cm x 48.26 cm ) |
| Unit Weight | 4.84 lbs (2.19 kg) |
| Shipping Weight | 6.6 lbs (2.99 kg) |
| Reference | 0dBu = 0.775Vrms |
Delivery & Returns
At Gear Club Direct, we want you to be happy with your purchase. We understand that there are times when once a product is received, it may not be what you needed or wanted after all. So, we will gladly accept your qualifying return within 15 days of the delivery date. After 15 days of the delivery date, all sales are final.
The Return Process
Customers are required to obtain a Pre-Authorization to return any product. To submit a request for a return, simply log in to your account and request a return and one of our sales representatives will contact you within 24-48 business hours. If you do not have an account with us, please open a help ticket, providing as much detail as possible and whether you are requesting a refund or an exchange. READ MORE
