joegarcia Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 (edited) Selling this fantastic DBX compressor. It's in good condition although one of the knobs is unoriginal (barely noticeable). Not to be mistaken with the cheaper 266XL. Manufacturer blurb: "Features:[list] [*]Goof proof operation to smooth uneven levels, add sustain to guitars, fatten drums or tighten up mixes [*]New gate timing algorithms ensure the smoothest release characteristics [*]Program-adaptive expander/gates [*]Great sounding dynamics control for any type of program material [*]Separate precision LED displays for gain reduction, compression threshold and gate threshold allow quick, accurate setup [*]Stereo or dual-mode operation [*]Balanced inputs and outputs on 1/4" TRS and XLR [*]Side Chain insert [*]Classic dbx® "Auto" mode [/list] Most compressor/gates provide less than musical compression, coupled with gating that swallows transients—or closes early, cutting off decay and reverb tails. 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. When using the 166XL’s Attack and Release controls, artists and engineers will find that the center settings deliver classic dbx compression, while the full control range produces voicings that extend from slow “leveling” to aggressive “peak” limiting.The 166XL’s advanced gate circuitry uses a completely new, program-dependent timing algorithm to produce ultra-smooth release characteristics—even with complex signals, such as voice or reverb decays. dbx engineers went on to take advantage of the wide dynamic range and high precision of the dbx V1 VCA to design in an extra-wide threshold range and ensure top gating performance for each application. Separate precision LED displays for gain reduction, compression threshold and gate threshold allow quick, accurate setup, while the 166XL’s intuitive operation lets users easily smooth uneven levels, add sustain to guitars, squash drums or tighten up mixes. In Stereo couple mode, the Channel 1 controls become Master controls, and Channel 2 follows precisely to ensure a rock solid stereo image—even with high amounts of compression, through True RMS Power Summing™. Professionals and newcomers alike will find that the 166XL sets up rapidly and musically the first time it is used, especially with the Auto attack and release function. Advanced applications are now easy, with the 166XL’s full sidechain functionality, and the ability to use either hard knee or OverEasy® compression algorithms. Add to this already impressive list of features the venerable PeakStop™ limiter, and you’ve got a strong finisher, every time. The dbx 166XL processor is the result of an intensive engineering and product development effort aimed at taking advantage of the latest and best advances in manufacturing technology to deliver true dbx audio performance and reliability to our customers at the lowest possible cost. The 166XL puts a completely new level of compressor/gate performance within everyone’s reach." [url="http://www.dbxpro.com/166xl/"]http://www.dbxpro.com/166xl/[/url] [s]£120[/s] [b]£110[/b] plus postage or collection from Bristol. Edited January 6, 2012 by joegarcia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joegarcia Posted December 11, 2011 Author Share Posted December 11, 2011 Sold pending payment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joegarcia Posted December 21, 2011 Author Share Posted December 21, 2011 Back up for sale it seems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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joegarcia Posted January 5, 2012 Author Share Posted January 5, 2012 Bbbbump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike257 Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Have used these in the studio on bass, drums and other stuff with great results. I remember these retailing for around £700 in Studiospares catalogue at one point, great piece of kit for a great price! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joegarcia Posted January 6, 2012 Author Share Posted January 6, 2012 Thanks for the bump. Will now take £110 plus postage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joegarcia Posted January 14, 2012 Author Share Posted January 14, 2012 Bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joegarcia Posted February 14, 2012 Author Share Posted February 14, 2012 Bump for this fantastic comp/gate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joegarcia Posted February 24, 2012 Author Share Posted February 24, 2012 SOLD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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