Fredenstein Bento 2 2-slot 500 Series Chassis

2-slot 500 Series Chassis with Onboard Audio Routing, Compressor Bus Linking, and Universal Power Supply
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High-performance 2-slot 500 Series Rack

The Fredenstein Bento 2 "module carrier" is a high-performance 500 Series chassis that accommodates two modules in a 1-RU 19" rackmount form factor. Fredenstein designed the Bento 2 with several features that set it apart from many other 500 Series racks we've encountered here at Sweetwater. Its hefty output current capability handles virtually any combination of modules. Onboard audio routing lets you daisy-chain slot 1 to slot 2 with a simple flip of a switch on the back panel. Compressor bus linking lets you link compressor modules by engaging another rear-panel switch. A universal power supply and secondary front-panel power switch complete the feature set.

Fredenstein Bento 2 500 Series Chassis Features:

  • 2-slot 500 Series rack
  • Onboard audio routing
  • Compressor bus linking
  • Module Power: ±16V DC 0.9A, +48V DC 33mA
  • Universal power supply accepts voltages from 90V to 240V AC, 50 to 60Hz

Additional Media

500 Series Buying Guide
Signal Processing Buying Guide

Tech Specs

  • Number of Slots: 2
  • I/O Connections: 2 x 1/4" (in), 2 x XLR (in), 2 x 1/4" (out), 2 x XLR (out)
  • Module Power: ±16V DC 0.9A, +48V DC 33mA
  • Power Supply: Universal power supply standard IEC AC cable
  • Manufacturer Part Number: Bento 2

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Rated 5/5

Fantastic chassis!

Loving the handy rack mounted chassis fir my CAPI's!!! Really top tier design and manufacturing. Great job fellas. Can't wait to expand!
by from New Orleans on
Music background: Pro drummer/engineer/songwriter
Rated 5/5

Exactly What I Needed

I purchased my first 500 series processor (an Elysia mpressor 500) and needed a chasis. This one was the right price and is super simple and does exactly what I expected it to.
by from California on
Music background: Producer/Composer
Rated 5/5

Great Unit...With a Consideration.

I love this unit. It's well built and easy to use. I'm very impressed with how improved my recordings are now that I have two Neve Modules--the 517 and 551.

Here's something to consider before buying this unit. Any 500 series module that you add must be inserted horizontally. Both of the Neve modules that I have are laid out vertically. Probably most of these modules are laid out that way. The 517 isn't too difficult to use laid on its side but the 551--since it's an EQ with a bunch of buttons and knobs--is a bit tricky to operate horizontally. I should have realized this before I made the purchase. Still, this is an excellent product--especially if you have only 1 RU available.
by from Waldorf, MD on
Rated 5/5

Sweetwater is awesome

First off I would like to give tribute to Stuart's Staff. They helped me get the right product (this one) for my needs and saved me some money doing it. Easy hook-up, and works very well.
by from Salado, Texas on
Music background: Seasoned...!
Rated 5/5

just perfect!

I purchased this 2 slot chassis to house my api 527 compressor and my 550b eq. I wanted a high quality but simple rack mountable chassis that allowed the 2 slots to be fed into one another. With the simple flick of a switch on the rear you can feed slot 1 into slot 2 which I do often to create an api channel strip. I highly recommend this chassis if you only need to slots.
by from Baltimore Maryland on
Music background: experienced hobbyist
See also: 500 Chassis, Fredenstein, Fredenstein 500 Series Chassis
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