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dbx 286s Channel Strip with De-esser

1-channel Channel Strip with Compressor, Expander/Gate, De-esser, and Enhancer Sections
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This Channel Strip Packs Serious Bang for the Buck!

Looking for a fast way to get a great vocal sound? Check out the dbx 286s channel strip. Equally at home in the studio as it is in your live rig, the 286s channel strip puts four powerful vocal processing tools at your disposal. First and foremost, the 286s is an excellent microphone preamplifier, which features a +48V phantom power, an 80Hz highpass filter, and a wide range of gain control. Next, there's the 286s's compression section, which sports dbx's classic OverEasy soft knee function to smooth out vocals without robbing them of their natural expressiveness. Remove unwanted sibilance with the 286s's de-esser section - a must-have processor for live vocals and a great tool for taming harsh-sounding cymbals. You can also add low-end resonance and high-end sparkle with the 286s's enhancer section. Finally, there's the expander/gate section, which helps bring down stray noise and reduce ambient stage volume. The 286s also features an external "loop out" insert path, so you can patch in an EQ or other processor as well. That makes the dbx 286s a perfect fit in any kind of rig!

dbx 286s Channel Strip Features at a Glance:
  • Studio quality mic preamp
  • Classic dbx OverEasy compression puts great sound within easy reach
  • Frequency tunable de-esser reduces sibilance and high frequency distortion
  • Enhancer increases the detail and definition of the high and low frequencies
  • Program-adaptive expander/gate
  • Insert path allows you to add external processors
  • Full compliment of meters and status LEDs
  • +48V Phantom Power
  • Precision detented controls
Live and in the studio, the dbx 286s channel strip is a fast way you get the sound you want!

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Tech Specs

  • Preamp Type: Solid State Channel Strip
  • Number of Channels: Single channel
  • Phantom Power: Yes
  • EQ: 80Hz Highpass
  • Compressor: Yes
  • Other Processing: De-esser, Enhancer, Expander/Gate
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz
  • Analog Inputs: 1 x XLR (mic), 1 x 1/4" (line)
  • Analog Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
  • Other I/O: 1 x 1/4" (insert)
  • Rack Spaces: 1U
  • Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
  • Height: 1.75"
  • Depth: 5.75"
  • Width: 19"
  • Weight: 4.5 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: DBX286SV

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Rated 5/5

Awesome Vocal Processing

This unit is amazing at getting the best possiable sound out of your vocals rather recording or live sound. It has the perfect lineup of all the vocal processing one could ask for in a single unit. I use it for live DJ vocal applications but have used one in voice over applications as well and it makes a huge difference. I would highly recommend for any one looking to have to more control over your vocals. I have several Dbx units from EQ , X-Over, etc and have been very impressed with them all.
Music background: Disc Jockey
Rated 5/5

WORK HORSE

This is without a doubt one of my favorite pieces of equipment in my recording studio. I would seriously hate to try and get along without it. An investment that will last a very long time and hold it's value just as long.
Rated 5/5

DBX ROCKS!!

Got it & love it! Every VO artist's studio is complete without one. Makes you sound like a million bucks. Mr. Franco was very helpful and attentive. He took the time to reach out to me to make sure I received the product and was happy with the purchase.
Music background: VO Artist
Rated 5/5

A Game Changer!!!

I recently got this preamp and I'm using it with the Avalon 737sp. They are a match made in heaven!!! Once you gain stage it perfectly it's a Beast!!! The expander/gate will allow you to produce studio quality vocals regardless of the environment, And the enhancer is spot on. I use this with the Sony C100 hi res condenser microphone and it really brings out the vocals. It's very transparent. Just amazing!!! Probably the best budget solid state channel strip available.
Music background: CEO, Rapper, Audio Engineer
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