DBX 286S Mic Pre-Amp Processor 286 S Microphone/Instrument Preamp, Phantom Power

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Condition: Open box

Seller Notes: “Manufacturer B-Stock”

Brand: DBX

MPN: 286s

UPC: 613817114169

Type: Microphone Pre-Amp

Number of Sounds: NA

Number of Channels: 1

Features: Active

Effect/Enhancement: Compression/Limiting, De-Essing, Noise Gating/Expansion

Analog/Digital: Analog & Digital

Form Factor: Rack-Mountable

Input/Output Ports: 6.35mm (1/4") TRS/TS In, 6.35mm (1/4") TRS/TS Out

Rack Unit Height: 1U

Model: 286s

Frequency Range: NA

Maximum Sampling Rate: NA

Color: Black

Country/Region of Manufacture: China

California Prop 65 Warning: NA

Manufacturer Warranty: 1 Year

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Audiosavings is one of the top audio equipment retailers in the USA. We specialize in car audio, car video, car alarms, navigation, marine audio, DJ Equipment, Pro Audio Gear, karaoke equipment, ...

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4.9

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5.0

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5.0

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4***p (66)- Feedback left by buyer.
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They said it was B stock, but amp looks brand new. Works perfectly and fast shipping. Great value and appearance
n***p (245)- Feedback left by buyer.
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Amazing quality!! Brand new!! Still in the box!! Looks and sounds amazing!! Worth every penny!!
r***a (372)- Feedback left by buyer.
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Calidad de la caja un poco destruida pero pasable, valor correcto, Aspecto bueno, 100% recomendado el vendedor

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by rgelen
Jun 18, 2019Top favorable review
Powerful, easy to use, cost-effective - what more do you want?
This product is increasingly hard to find, but offers exceptional audio processing power for both broadcast and music applications and at a good price. We've bought these units primarily for broadcast voice applications and so cannot comment on their use in music recording or via the line input. However the unit provides what is essentially a complete channel strip consisting (L to R) of the following: A Mic Pre with gain control, a basic 4-LED level indicator, phantom power and 80Hz HPF, plus a button to use the mic pre on its own; A VERY powerful but very easy to use compressor with input level and release controls; A de-esser (which I've never used); An LF/HF enhancer which boosts bass and/or treble without muddying the sound; An expander/gate that lets you remove room background ... This product is increasingly hard to find, but offers exceptional audio processing power for both broadcast and music applications and at a good price. We've bought these units primarily for broadcast voice applications and so cannot comment on their use in music recording or via the line input. However the unit provides what is essentially a complete channel strip consisting (L to R) of the following: A Mic Pre with gain control, a basic 4-LED level indicator, phantom power and 80Hz HPF, plus a button to use the mic pre on its own; A VERY powerful but very easy to use compressor with input level and release controls; A de-esser (which I've never used); An LF/HF enhancer which boosts bass and/or treble without muddying the sound; An expander/gate that lets you remove room background noise below a certain threshold and by a chosen amount; and An output gain control that enables you to maintain a good gain structure for the signal path into your mixer. There are tutorials on the web for how to set this unit up as a starting point for broadcast applications - BSW has a video and cheat sheet that springs to mind - but in fact once you get the hang of what the controls actually do, it's very easy to set up. "Gotchas" include: Don't apply too much Drive to the compressor or it will remove all the dynamics in a voice and can be noticeable. Follow the maxim that if you can hear what it's doing you've turned it up too much; Be careful with the Expander/Gate ratio. Too much noice reduction here can sound a little "papery" on speech as the gate flutters in and out on breaths and other sounds when you are using a lot of compression. Try to set the Threshold so that it gates out room noise but only just, so the minute you speak or breath it opens up. My one complaint with this unit: they should have included a main power switch, even if it was round the back attached to the power socket. While a larger studio may well have a big power switch that brings everything up at start of day, and while there are arguments for leaving gear on all the time, if you are NOT using it all the time it would be nice to be able to switch it off. I bought an IEC in-line switch to do the job, but a built-in switch associated with the power socket would have added almost nothing to the cost - and you could still leave it on if you wish.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: e_studio_star
by spin45rpm
Mar 30, 2020
Great mic processor for home studio use!
Using it for on air work. The processor’s easy to use and very effective as a compressor limiter. The gating is easy to dial in to remove computer and hvac noise from home use. Separate hi lo EQ is nice and the D Esser will smooth out all the rough edges. Only downside is 1/4 out only. Be nice if it had both XLR in and out but it’s an easy adaptation. Highly recommend!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: hotbeatnewyork
by bobbybass2
Feb 11, 2021
dbx 286s works great
So far so good....easy to use and it does make a difference.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: sweetwatersound
by alanokey
Apr 20, 2021
A true classic!
Although you could certainly build a signal chain with a better mic preamp, a better compressor, a better gate/expander, a parametric EQ, etc. you wouldn’t have the same dependable simplicity in a 1 RU unit. The 286A is a classic because it’s easy to get a great sound quickly, and you won’t get bogged down with option paralysis.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-Owned
by rhys01
Nov 03, 2020
Once you figure it out, it works great.
A little tricky for a first time user. Instructions weren't great but in the end it produced a great consistent sound. Worth the price.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: audiosavings

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