ANAHEIM, California – At NAMM 2015, HARMAN’s dbx is
introducing its 500 Series processors, five compact yet powerful
half-rack-space recording studio signal processors. The new 500 Series models
include the 560A Compressor/Limiter, 530 Parametric EQ, 580 Mic Pre, 520
De-Esser and 510 Sub Harmonic Synth.
The dbx 560A Compressor/Limiter provides flexible control of dynamics including
threshold, compression ratio and output gain. It offers selectable classic
hard-knee compression or exclusive OverEasy® mode incorporating dbx’s highly
musical program-dependent attack and release times. The compression ratio is
variable from 1:1 through infinity:1 to -1:1 and the 560A also has a unique
Infinity+ compression mode using negative ratios. Adjustment is easy thanks to
the 560A’s ladder-style LED RMS gain-reduction and input/output meter displays
with true RMS level detection.
Based on the classic dbx 905, the dbx 530 Parametric EQ is a 3-band parametric
equalizer with selectable bell or shelf-type filters on the low- and
high-frequency bands, and adjustable Q on each band. The dbx 530 allows
adjustment of level and bandwidth at frequencies that have been carefully
chosen for maximum musical effectiveness.
Great studio sound starts with a great mic preamp – and the dbx 580 Mic Pre is
designed to deliver pristine audio quality with exceptional clarity, nuance and
presence. Its custom-designed, premium ultra-low-noise mic preamp circuitry
provides up to 60dB of gain and can accommodate mic or line-level signals. Controls
for Gain, Low Cut, High Detail, Low Detail and Polarity Invert allow precise
sonic tailoring and the large analog VU meter combines old school visual appeal
with accurate level indication.
The dbx 520 De-Esser is remarkably effective at removing sibilance from vocals
for smooth, professional-quality recordings. Taking its heritage from the
acclaimed dbx 902, the 520 has a frequency control range from 800Hz to 8kHz and
provides de-essing ranging from 0dB to 20dB. Its gain reduction metering
provides at-a-glance indication of the amount of de-essing applied.
The dbx 510 Sub Harmonic Synth enhances any recording with deep, powerful bass
an octave lower than the original signal. Whether it’s used for adding
low-frequency impact to an entire track or beefing up an electric bass,
synthesizer, bass drum or other instrument, the dbx 510 adds the subterranean
punch today’s producers, musicians and listeners demand. The 510 includes a low-frequency
boost, subharmonic level and frequency range controls.
“Our 500 Series processors bring renowned dbx signal processing to a smaller footprint than ever before while delivering the signature sound quality engineers, producers and musicians know they can rely on from dbx,” said Jason Kunz, Market Manager, Portable PA and Recording & Broadcast at HARMAN Signal Processing. “In addition to taking up little real estate, they’re extremely simple to use yet provide the sound-tailoring flexibility needed to create the perfect track or final mix.”
Pricing for the dbx 500 Series Lunch Box processors is as follows: 560A Compressor/Limiter, $399; 530 Parametric EQ, $399; 580 Mic Pre, $499; 520 De-Esser, $299; 510 Sub Harmonic Synth, $299. The 560A will be the first product in the series to ship available in April 2015, with the others following soon after.
HARMAN (www.harman.com) designs, manufactures and markets premier audio, visual, infotainment and enterprise automation solutions for the automotive, consumer and professional markets. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson ® and Revel®, the Company is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform. More than 25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and infotainment systems. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 16,600 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia and reported sales of $5.6 billion for the 12 months ended September 30, 2014.
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