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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.

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Fredenstein Bento 2 500 Series Chassis Features:

  • 2-slot 500 Series rack
  • Onboard audio routing
  • Ability to link supported/applicable/eligible compressor modules by engaging switches on the rear panel
  • Module Power: ±16V DC 0.9A, +48V DC 33mA
  • Universal power supply accepts voltages from 90V to 240V AC, 50 to 60Hz

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500 Series Buying Guide
Signal Processing Buying Guide

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Tech Specs

  • Number of Slots: 2
  • Inputs: 2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4"
  • Outputs: 2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4"
  • 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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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 Dylan Field Turner from New Orleans on
Music background: Pro drummer/engineer/songwriter

Does what it's supposed to do.

I have a fet 500 compressor that was problematic in my 6 slot chassis (not Fredenstein). It didn't really seem to work well unless it was sitting in the rack just so. Put a screw holder in or another module next to it and forget it. Not sure if it's the rack or module so took a chance on this chassis because the units don't butt into each other. It was a really tight fit but first try with both screws in and it now works perfectly. No hum, noise and time for another fet 500!
by michael eaton from monroe, WA on

Great piece of gear!!

Today, I ordered my fourth one! What can I say? This thing is solid, reliable, very well-built and super quiet! And for the price point, this is absolutely a no-brainer. And I am positive this won't be my last.
by Ricky Wascher from Tucson, Arizona on
Music background: Musician, engineer, producer, songwriter

Solid Piece of Gear!

The bento chassis is a solid piece, smart design ahs the power supply built on it, it also have a screw down feet to use it as a desk unit and if you unscrew them you can use it in a rack. Perfect for people looking to add a couple of good front end preamps. I really recommended.
by Charles Bustilos from Orlando, FL on
Music background: Jazz Pianist and keyboardist.

Fantastic bang for the buck. I'm impressed

I've done some thorough testing between my Bento 2 and a Radial Workhorse Cube. I have to say, the Bento is every much the same quality as my Radial chassis. There is no noise or hum with this box at all. I need to expand and order another chassis, and while doing my research I read that cheaper boxes tend to have issues with insufficient power/voltage supplied to the 500 module, noise, and hum. So, in my nervousness I did an hour worth of testing with my existing Bento with different configurations (just to double check if I had any noise issues I hadn't yet realized since now I am aware of the potential issues) and I am seriously not hearing a lick of noise from the unit. And I really really pushed it. My modules perform the same in the Bento as they do in my Radial.

Needless to say, I am purchasing a second unit as we speak.

Maybe one day I'll be able to afford one of the more expensive chassis to see how my modules perform in the likes of a Neve or an API, but for now... with the Bento being just as good as my Radial, I'm more than happy with the Bento. Well done Fredenstein.
by Chris Phoenix from NJ on
Music background: Hip Hop producer and emcee
See also: 500 Chassis, Fredenstein, Fredenstein 500 Series Chassis
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