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DBX 286s Microphone Pre-amp Processor / Channel Strip

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US $249.00

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Was US $329.00 (24% off)

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Condition: New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is ... New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab

Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz, +0.5/-0.5dB

Noise: <-80dBu unweighted (20Hz-20kHz); both gain control

Inputs: 1 x XLR Microphone (p2 hot) | 1 x 1/4 TRS phone Li

Outputs: 1 x 1/4 TRS phone Insert

UPC: 0691991401237

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Product Identifiers

Brand

dbx

MPN

286S

Ean

0795871594146, 0799916369157, 0691991401237

GTIN

0795871594146, 0799916369157, 0691991401237

UPC

0795871594146, 0799916369157, 0691991401237

Model

286S

eBay Product ID (ePID)

16028674258

Product Key Features

Number of Channels

Features

Active

Effect/Enhancement

Harmonic Enhancement, Compression/Limiting, Distortion, De-Essing, Noise Gating/Expansion, Delay

California Prop 65 Warning

California residents only. Please note per Proposition 65 that this product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Type

Microphone Pre-Amp Processor

Dimensions

Weight

4.5lbs.

Additional Product Features

Custom Bundle

Inputs/Outputs

6.35mm (1/4in) Trs/TS Out

Non-Domestic Product

Connectivity

Cable

Frequency Bands

2, Not Applicable

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About this seller

Joined Aug 2008

Authorized Dealer of Professional Audio, Lighting, DJ Equipment, TV, Home Entertainment, and Electronics.

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Average for the last 12 months

Accurate description

4.9

Reasonable shipping cost

5.0

Shipping speed

5.0

Communication

5.0

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Slow shipping. Advertised 2-4 days took two weeks after filling a claim with eBay. Poor customer service and communication. Item was as described except packaging looks like it be around the world 🌍 twice. All in all satisfied but would not buy from again.
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I Never Received the item DUE TO THE SHIPPING CARRIER, It was not the Seller Fault So the seller refunded my money, Seller was Very Communicated With Me about The Mishap, the Management at VIPPROAUDIO were very Professional I will return back to this seller again.
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Past 6 months
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Quality product, although I requested to returned them do to a snafu in the shipping process. I ordered 4 and only two arrived, which made me nervous, so I promptly requested to return the two for a refund, in which the seller honored my request. During the process of returning the two systems, the other two arrived about a week later, but by then I had ordered from a different company. The other companies systems were the same, however this companies came in a better box designed for storage.

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4.8

35 product ratings

32 users rated this 5 out of 5 stars
2 users rated this 4 out of 5 stars
0 users rated this 3 out of 5 stars
0 users rated this 2 out of 5 stars
1 users rated this 1 out of 5 stars

Good sound quality

Easy to use

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by rgelen
Jun 18, 2019Top favourable 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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Powerful, easy to use, cost-effective - what more do you want?

Great mic processor for home studio use!

dbx 286s works great

A true classic!

Once you figure it out, it works great.

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