The dbx 286s Microphone Preamp/Processor is a comprehensive channel strip processor designed to provide studio-quality processing for both microphones and instruments. Here are the key features and details of the dbx 286s:
1. Studio-Quality Mic Preamp/Channel Strip Processor:
- The unit functions as a high-quality microphone preamplifier and offers a complete channel strip processing solution.
2. Classic dbx Compression:
- Incorporates classic dbx compression technology to achieve a smooth and transparent compression, ideal for evening out acoustic tracks or delivering a bold and impactful vocal performance.
3. Frequency-Tunable De-Esser:
- The frequency-tunable De-Esser helps reduce sibilance and high-frequency distortion in vocals and instruments, allowing for precise control over unwanted artifacts.
4. Enhancer:
- Features an Enhancer control with HF (High Frequency) and LF (Low Frequency) Detail adjustments to add sparkle, crispness, fullness, and depth to the audio tracks.
5. Program Adaptive Expander/Gate:
- The Expander/Gate includes separate threshold and ratio controls, providing the ability to subtly reduce headphone leakage or effectively gate noisy guitar amps.
6. Insert Jack:
- An Insert jack allows for interfacing between the Mic Preamp and the signal processing sections, enabling the integration of external processors such as EQ or delay units.
7. Metering and LEDs:
- Offers a full complement of metering and status LEDs to visually guide the user in achieving the desired sound.
8. +48V Phantom Power:
- Provides switchable +48V phantom power to accommodate condenser microphones and other devices requiring phantom power.
9. Precision Detented Controls:
- The controls on the dbx 286s are precision detented, ensuring accurate and repeatable settings for various parameters.
10. Connectivity: – Features a floating balanced XLR Mic Input for connecting professional and home studio microphones. Additionally, there’s a 1/4″ TRS Line Input for processing electronic instruments or pre-recorded tracks.
11. Simplified Processing: – Designed to simplify the signal path and eliminate the need for patching together multiple processors, providing an all-in-one solution for mic processing.
In summary, the dbx 286s offers a range of processing tools to enhance the quality of both vocal and instrumental recordings, making it a versatile and user-friendly solution for studio applications.
