The dbx 160A is a legendary dbx 160 family of compressor/limiters. The same classic sound, easy set-up and no compromise metering is now married to an improved signal path and stronger chassis design. The dbx 160A is a legendary dbx 160 family of compressor/limiters. The same classic sound, easy set-up and no compromise metering is now married to an improved signal path and stronger chassis design.
Price: $429.95 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
Soft and hard knee compression worked the best for me. This is a top quality product you must have if you’re a sound man. Unquestionably the best compressor I’ve used.
Quality:
You gotta hear the sound; just remarkable the way it makes my mix sound. It saves my equipment too from zealous vocalist and musicians who think they sound good by singing and playing music too loud. The DBX just makes the mix sound better. Super top quality product.
Value:
The best if your on a budget or not.
Desirability:
It’s ok; but I’m more concerned with how a product works and the DBX 160A works well.
Sound:
I used it for the mains and wow, it does a super job at compressing peaks. I can’t desrcibe the sound to as you have to listen to it because it sounded so good. People never knew I was using a compressor and thought I was a very good sound man. But give DBX credit too; what a super compressor.
Ease of Use:
At first I used recommended settings and it worked just fine. As I used it more, I had my own settings. Not hard to use at all.
Support:
I wouldn’t know. This product worked so well I never needed support.
Overall:
I’m sure there are other compressors that are good but I’m very satisfied with the DBX. It’s the only one I want to use for mains and individual channels.
The Multigate Pro is a 4-channel expander/gate of the reference class condensing 4 frequency-conscious gates into one rack space without compromising functionality or performance is. It is a precision device taking full advantage of the new Behringer Interactive Technology, combining ease of operation with incredibly powerful and flexible dynamic control.
Price: $99.95 Buy now!
The BBE MaxCom is a highly sophisticated dual-channel compressor and limiter with gate; housed in a compact and easy-to-use package. It provides a live or recorded mix with all the clean, clear punch that only a truly professional dynamics controller can. However, the MaxCom is much more than a high-quality, superbly engineered compressor/limiter.
Price: $169.95 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
For the money you cannot get even close to these features.
Quality:
I rate the quality at at ten because for one thing it never comes out of the rack so im not beating it up everytime I have a gig. mine is two years old and is in new condition still. All the lights and dials still function as when new.
Sound:
I use my unit strictly for microphone use and has not dissapointed. There is no hum or any noise related to this piece. If you don’t know haow to operate it and just use old nasty cords you will have issues. I spent a couple of hours trying out all of my microphones and it does seem to like EV mics the best, I can get a lot out of them while still maintaining very low feedback. I am buying another one today and will get rid of my tube composer and open up a spot for my new audio technica atw-3141 handheld microphone reciever. Hint; if you want this unit to perform well for you take the time to adjust it by itself while bypassing all other rack components first and use high quality low z cables, I have seen a buch of idiots using high z and wonder why there is noise!
Support:
never needed it.
The Autocom Pro-XL MDX1600 is loaded with many of the same features as the Composer Pro-XL. Additionally it features a unique adjustable IDE dynamic enhancer that provides subtle and very musical compensation for the bass “boost” effect that results from heavy compression.
Price: $79.95 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
Overwhelming many features which you need,no more you can expect.
Quality:
Well built and professional looking.
Value:
Wow..you can only say WOWW
Desirability:
Want it with no second thoughts
Sound:
This compressor of its price range comes with side chain and XLR balanced inputs which removes hum. Should be the best among the cheap range of compressors. BEHRINGER, you r the best.dynamic enhancer and soft knee attack are gorgeous in its performances. So many and yet so less money you pay…What more you expect. You get professional results..Best!
Ease of Use:
Easy
Support:
Friendly and responsible support team
Overall:
WOW..The best compressor of its price range..Can you suggest a better option.?
The Distressor electronically controls the volume of just about any source in a very pleasing, and “musical” manner – adding fullness, intelligibility, and especially in the Distressor’s case – excitement.
Price: $1499.00 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
Everthing was a winner for me!
Quality:
Everything was great.
Value:
It pays for itself in no time! Wasn’t too bad a price considering what similar items go for nowadays!
Desirability:
Easily laid out and direct in appearance… Not a very “sexy” device but gets to the point.
Sound:
When using mics, I’ve always found myself using just an Avalon (or something similar), and hearing complaints about the sound being kind of “cold.” I found myself using plug ins such as Vintage Warmers (which work) but I came across this device called a “Distressor” that I’ve heard about but never had the pleasure of using. After using it just once, I can’t imagine working without it. Ever since, I’ve used it countless times in various studios, and have made the decision to add it to my personal arsenal of toys in my personal studio. Gotta have that British mode!!! Now, the Avalon is only used for +48 and maybe EQ… the Distressor takes over from there!
Overall:
I plan on using this product for quite sometime to come! Definitely satisfied with the quality and functionality. Highly recommended to any serious music enthusiast or audio engineer such as myself!
The Multicom Pro-XL MDX4600 gives you 4 channels of first-class dynamic control in a single rack space. With a multitude of new features like the advanced program-adaptive expander gate, extensive metering plus a variety of configuration options, the Multicom Pro-XL puts a lot of dynamic processing power in your rack.
Price: $129.95 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
Great combindation of features for the price
Quality:
Bought two units. One had it’s CH#3 gate begin sticking a month into use. The second unit developed a problem 2 months later; audio barely audible and distorted. Never had a problem with other Behringer products…very happy with their line. But this model has only been out for a year, I suspect design or mfg quality problems
Value:
This model only….otherwise Behringer products have been a very good value for me
Sound:
When it works, it sounds as good as any other compressor or gate I’ve used
Support:
Forget it…..big company selling products dirt cheap, you’ll spend more time and money trying to get it serviced than it’s worth. Don’t respond to emails…you’re pretty much on your own.
Overall:
Need to find a replacement now
The superb engineering in the 166XL ensures that both its compression and gating provide versatility and excellent sonic performance in situations where other compressor/gates typically produce undesirable processing artifacts.
Price: $259.95 Buy now!
This two channel audio processor will musically integrate frequencies and transients and increase the apparant volume without actual increase in peak levels.
Price: $2199.00 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
All i have to say is with what other product can you get analog sound without running to tape. You get no tape noise and saved me thousands in tape costs.
Quality:
Ive had mine for 3 years have taken it to shows and its been dropped kicked stepped on and still works perfectly.
Value:
THE ABSOLUTE BEST PIECE OF GEAR I OWN. 2300 is nothing to what it has saved me in tape and time.
Desirability:
Very easy to use but i feel it needs more spicing up on the text and front panel.
Sound:
Very Quite and really warms up the signal. gets rid of the peircing highs on all of my tracks. Also the comressor especially Tracking is very very usefull. I would trade all my other compressors for this Including my 1176 and SSL Talkback.
Support:
FREE FREE FREE Tech support is FREE Repairs are FREE and to have them look at it was FREE they replaved my knobs that i broke, my front panel that was bent, and my top cover that was beat to crap. All for free. they had it back to me in 2 days.
Overall:
I will always own one till the day i die, become maimed, crippled or what ever ill probably be buried with it.
Each channel of this processor features PeakStopPlus limiting, program dependent attack, and release or user-definable attack and release, Hard-Knee or OverEasy compression, and selectable +4dBu or -10dBV operating levels. Other features include new easy-to-read lightpipe LEDS, Sidechain External and Sidechain Monitor functions for easy-setup in a standard 1U rack design.
Price: $429.95 Buy now!
User Reviews:
Feature:
All of the features work well together…
Quality:
Built like a tank.
Value:
Damn good value.
Desirability:
Its function outweighs its form.
Sound:
Very transparent compression, intuitive gate.
Ease of Use:
You kind of have to know what you’re doing, controlling compressors, gates, and expanders, that is… but for a veteran, it’s very nice.
Overall:
A good, solid dynamics for live sound.
In today’s recording and sound reinforcement environments, the need for multiple channels of high quality, easy to use compression is growing rapidly. The new dbx 1046 is designed to provide the audio professional with just that: 4 channels of great sounding dbx compression for a variety of applications. Incorporating the industry standard dbx designs and the latest available manufacturing techniques, the dbx 1046 provides pristine sonic quality with that classic dbx sound.
Price: $529.00 Buy now!