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dbx 160SL

Classic Dual-Channel Compressor with V8 VCA Modules

Item ID: 160SL

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  • Sale Price: $3399.97
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A Real Powerhouse Processor!

The 160SL emulates the performance of the classic dbx 160 and 165A compressors, but adds the voicings of the newer-type dbx compressors, offering everything you need to perfectly process a variety of signals to your taste. Features include ultra high-drive transformer-coupled outputs, dbx Type IV conversion, and a system digital output option. Of course there's OverEasy & Reg; and hard-knee switchable settings, program-dependent auto attack, a release switch, and a front panel sidechain enable switch.

• New patent-pending AutoVelocity Dynamics circuit
• 127dB Dynamic Range
• High-Drive output transformer drives 1000 ft. of Belden at .007% THD
• Hard-knee/OverEasy® switchable
• Program-dependent "Auto", AutoVelocity Manual, or fully variable attack and release modes
Specification Detail
Analog Inputs XLR
Analog Outputs XLR
Circuit Solid State
Digital Inputs None
Digital Outputs None
Dimensions 19 x 3.5 x 11.25
Freq. Response 2Hz- 200kHz =/- 3 db
Kind Compressor/Limiter
Linkable Yes
MIDI I/O NA
Notes AutoVelocity Dynamics tech.
Power Supply Internal
Rack Height 2U
Sidechain Yes
Total Channels 2

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