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DBX 286s Microphone Pre-amp Processor
Sole Source AV Supply (313)
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Price:
US $206.10
ApproximatelyC $285.53
+ $25.41 shipping
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30 days return. Buyer pays for return shipping. If you use an eBay shipping label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.
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- Buy It Nowdbx 286s Mic Preamp / Channel Strip (B-Stock)
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About this product
Product Identifiers
Branddbx
MPN286S
Ean0795871594146, 0799916369157, 0691991401237
GTIN0795871594146, 0799916369157, 0691991401237
UPC0795871594146, 0799916369157, 0691991401237
Model286S
eBay Product ID (ePID)16028674258
Product Key Features
Number of Channels1
FeaturesActive
Effect/EnhancementHarmonic Enhancement, Compression/Limiting, Distortion, De-Essing, Noise Gating/Expansion, Delay
California Prop 65 WarningCalifornia 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.
TypeMicrophone Pre-Amp Processor
Dimensions
Weight4.5lbs.
Additional Product Features
Custom BundleNo
Inputs/Outputs6.35mm (1/4in) Trs/TS Out
Non-Domestic ProductNo
ConnectivityCable
Frequency Bands2, Not Applicable
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Ratings and Reviews
Most relevant reviews
- Jun 18, 2019
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 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-owned
- 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-owned
- Feb 11, 2021
dbx 286s works great
So far so good....easy to use and it does make a difference.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 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
- 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: New
- Feb 10, 2019
Love This Product!!
This mic pre-amp gives me a clean crisp sound while leaving the background noise completely out with the proper settings. How do I know this? I tested it with the tv on...Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Aug 16, 2021
DBX Pre
DBX 286 preamp it may not have some functionality of higher price preamps but it is “Good Enough” as Ray would say. I use it for a Tom pre with an additional eq.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 10, 2022
Makes me sound professional on Zoom
Perfect for zoom and streaming with a Shure SM7B. I was able to find a professional sound and completely tune the gain, compressor, and gate to perfectly reject the sound of my keyboard and mouse from my audio feed. Perfect for work meetings. Because my soundcard was noisy I paired this with a Scarlett 2i2 to bring the audio into my PC.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- May 16, 2018
Great Pre-Amp
Great Pre-Amp paired with Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 and Rode Procaster Mic. All connected, at various points in time, to M-Audio studio monitors and Audio Technica ATH M50X headphones along with a Macbook Pro.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Apr 06, 2021
Enhances your voice and Illuminates background noise awesome buy worth the money
Great Product delivers excellent resultsVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
