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The 160SL duplicates the performance of the classic dbx 160 and 165A compressors, but adds the voicings of the newer-type dbx compressors, offering everything you need to perfectly process a wide range of signals to your taste. Features include ultra high-drive transformer-coupled outputs, dbx Type IV conversion, and a system digital out option. Naturally there's OverEasy & Reg; and hard-knee selectable settings, program-dependent auto attack, a release switch, and a front panel sidechain enable switch.

• New patent-pending AutoVelocity Dynamics circuit
• 127dB Dynamic Range
• High-Drive output transformer drives 1000 ft. of Belden at .007% THD
• Hard-knee/OverEasy® switchable
• Program-dependent "Auto", AutoVelocity Manual, or fully variable attack and release modes
dbx 160SL Specs:
Number of Channels 2
Controls Threshold, Compression (Ratio), Output Gain, Attack, Release, Stop Level (PeakStopPlus)
Threshold -40dB to 30dB
Ratio 1:1 to Inf
Frequency Response 2Hz-200kHz
Side Chain Insterts Yes
Inputs 2 x XLR
Outputs 2 x XLR
Sidechain I/O 2 x XLR (Send), 2 x XLR (Return
Rackmount Spaces 2U
Height 3.5"
Depth 11.25"
Width 19"
Weight 20.5 lbs.

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