dbx 266XS Dual Compressor/Gate

Name: dbx 266XS Dual Compressor/Gate
Brand: dbx
Rating: 4.5 (30 reviews)

2-channel Compressor/Gate

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Excellent Live Sound Compressor!

Keep your live sound under control! When you add a dbx 266xs compressor/limiter/gate to your live sound rig, maintaining a polished and professional edge to your dynamics is incredibly easy. The 266xs's transparent sound lends itself perfectly to guitars, drums, vocals, and virtually any other sound sources. Classic dbx auto mode makes smoothing out levels nearly 100% fool proof. Bright and easy-to-read LED indicators let you easily keep an eye on levels and gain reduction. The 266xs also features a program-adaptive expander/gate on either channel, allowing you to achieve maximum clarity.

dbx 266xs 2-channel Compressor/Gate Features at a Glance:

Great sounding dynamics control for any program material
New gate timing algorithms ensure the smoothest release
Program-adaptive expander/gates
LEDs for gain reduction, compression and gate threshold
Stereo or dual-mono operation
Balanced inputs and outputs on 1/4" TRS and XLR connectors
Side Chain insert
Classic dbx Auto mode for nearly error-proof operation

No live sound rig is complete, without a dbx 266xs 2-channel compressor/limiter/gate or two!

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266XS Spec Sheet

266XS User Manual

Signal Processing Buying Guide

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Tech Specs

Type: VCA Compressor
Number of Channels: 2
Controls: Threshold, Ratio (Gate), Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Gain (Compressor)
Threshold: -40 dB to 20 dB (Compressor)
Ratio: 1:1 to Infinity
Frequency Response: 35Hz-95kHz
Inputs: 2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4"
Outputs: 2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4"
Sidechain I/O: 2 x 1/4"
Rack Spaces: 1U
Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
Height: 1.75"
Depth: 5.75"
Width: 19"
Weight: 4.84 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number: DBX266XSV

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It does everything I need it to do. I ditched my old Alesis dual compressor and I am very happy with the performance of the Dbx.

I've been using dbx compressors since the 70s and they've always sounded great. From home theater systems to arena touring systems, I've never been disappointed. With this processor, the 266XS, you get signature compression and gating for a fraction of the price you'd pay for another company's box with the same sound quality. I highly recommend it.

My current application is in my drum space... very dead room no overtones, echos, etc... AUDIX D2 top, AUDIX D3 bottom, running through BLACK LION AUTEUR MK II (2 channel pre) directly into the 266...Really tames the sound, adds punch/definition if set properly. Like most compressors you need to find the sweet spot, use your ears and find out what works..I run it in the stereo couple mode that works for what I am doing... Excellent results at the DAW and mix/master level... Great choice if you don't want to spend 5 times more..

This is the main part that needed to help with the streaming channels. The sound is perfect.

I'm using this for my guitar. Running it through my effects loop. I'm able to eliminate a few pedals from my board, plus it doesn't affect my tone. I'm going to use the second channel for a microphone. Since I build racks, my intentions are to integrate a lot of the mess I've been carrying around for years, into something more manageable.