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Troubleshooting guide for no audio output, checking the GATE knob and Threshold settings.
Troubleshooting guide for no compression, checking Sidechain input and Monitor button.
Instructions for checking the unit and carton for shipping damage and notifying the dealer.
Important safety warnings regarding fire and electric shock hazards, and user-serviceable parts.
Explains Gate Threshold settings and Slow/Fast Release Rate switch for signal attenuation.
Details the OverEasy compressor's Threshold, Ratio, and Gain Reduction LEDs.
Explains PeakStop for peak level control, Output Gain, Bypass, and Stereo Couple functions.
Details balanced and unbalanced audio input connections using various phone plug and cable configurations.
Explains audio output connections for balanced and unbalanced loads using different plug types.
Details unbalanced sidechain input connections for balanced and unbalanced sources.
Explains using the gate for noise reduction and tightening drum sounds by adjusting threshold and release rates.
Describes how gating can alter sonic character by controlling ambience and reverb tails.
Explains compressor purpose, dynamic range reduction, and OverEasy circuit for natural compression.
Covers variations in mic levels, instrument levels, and raising signals out of a mix using compression.
Details using compression for tape saturation prevention and protecting speaker drivers in sound systems.
Explains PeakStop for controlling maximum peak levels, its function, and LED indication.
Introduces sidechain applications for frequency-sensitive compression and monitoring.
Explains sidechain use for broadcasting, filtering, anticipatory compression, keyed gating, and selective gating.
Details the Stereo Couple switch for synchronized dual-channel compression and maintaining stereo imaging.
Troubleshooting guide for no audio output, checking the GATE knob and Threshold settings.
Troubleshooting guide for no compression, checking Sidechain input and Monitor button.
Instructions for checking the unit and carton for shipping damage and notifying the dealer.
Important safety warnings regarding fire and electric shock hazards, and user-serviceable parts.
Explains Gate Threshold settings and Slow/Fast Release Rate switch for signal attenuation.
Details the OverEasy compressor's Threshold, Ratio, and Gain Reduction LEDs.
Explains PeakStop for peak level control, Output Gain, Bypass, and Stereo Couple functions.
Details balanced and unbalanced audio input connections using various phone plug and cable configurations.
Explains audio output connections for balanced and unbalanced loads using different plug types.
Details unbalanced sidechain input connections for balanced and unbalanced sources.
Explains using the gate for noise reduction and tightening drum sounds by adjusting threshold and release rates.
Describes how gating can alter sonic character by controlling ambience and reverb tails.
Explains compressor purpose, dynamic range reduction, and OverEasy circuit for natural compression.
Covers variations in mic levels, instrument levels, and raising signals out of a mix using compression.
Details using compression for tape saturation prevention and protecting speaker drivers in sound systems.
Explains PeakStop for controlling maximum peak levels, its function, and LED indication.
Introduces sidechain applications for frequency-sensitive compression and monitoring.
Explains sidechain use for broadcasting, filtering, anticipatory compression, keyed gating, and selective gating.
Details the Stereo Couple switch for synchronized dual-channel compression and maintaining stereo imaging.
The dbx Model 166 is a professional dynamics processor designed to control and shape the dynamic range of audio signals. It features two independent channels, each capable of gating, compression, and limiting, with the option for stereo coupling.
The Model 166 serves as a versatile tool for audio engineers, providing comprehensive control over the dynamic characteristics of sound. Its primary functions include:
General| Brand | dbx |
|---|---|
| Model | 166 |
| Category | Computer Hardware |
| Language | English |
