dbx 266xs Compressor / Gate by Harman International Industries, Inc

Enhance your audio productions with the dbx 266xs Compressor / Gate, designed to deliver professional-grade dynamic control for live sound and studio environments. This versatile device helps smooth out uneven levels, add sustain to guitars, fatten drums, and bring vocals forward in your mix, resulting in a more polished and impactful sound. Its advanced features ensure precise and musical compression, making it an essential tool for audio engineers seeking reliable performance and easy operation. The 266xs supports stereo and dual-mono modes, offering flexible configurations to suit various mixing scenarios. With true RMS power summing and high-quality XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs and outputs, it integrates seamlessly into your existing setup, providing clear signal routing and minimal noise. The unit's visual feedback includes dedicated LED meters for gain reduction, compression threshold, and gate threshold, allowing quick and accurate adjustments for optimal sound shaping. Additionally, the 266xs incorporates innovative gate timing algorithms for smooth release characteristics and program-adaptive expander/gates to further refine your dynamics control. The Classic dbx "Auto" mode simplifies compression settings, making it accessible even for less experienced users. The side chain insert capability enables external processing or keying signals, adding to its versatility. Whether you're working with vocals, guitars, drums, or full mixes, the dbx 266xs delivers excellent sound quality and dependable performance, making it a valuable addition to professional audio rigs.

Features:

• Classic dbx "Auto" mode for simplified operation

• Balanced inputs and outputs on 1/4" TRS and XLR connectors for versatile connectivity

• Side Chain insert for external processing options

• Supports stereo or dual-mono operation for flexible setup

• Provides great sounding dynamics control for any program material

• Separate precision LED displays for gain reduction, compression threshold, and gate threshold for quick and accurate setup

• New gate timing algorithms ensure smooth release characteristics

• Program-adaptive expander/gates for dynamic flexibility

• Error proof operation helps smooth uneven levels, adds sustain to guitars, fattens drums, or tightens mixes