Description
The DEQ2496 Ultracurve Pro from Behringer is a two-channel mastering multiprocessor designed for both live and studio applications. In addition to the 24-bit/96 kHz A/D-D/A converters, the unit offers a variety of graphic, parametric, and dynamic EQs as well as a real-time analyzer with an Auto-EQ function. It also provides dynamics processors including a compressor, expander, and peak limiter, along with a complete set of analog and digital interface options.At a Glance Ultrahigh resolution 24-bit/96 kHz mastering processor, featuring 32/40-bit floating-point DSP technologyAudiophile 24-bit/96 kHz A/D and D/A converters, offering 113 dB dynamic range4 concurrently selectable EQ modules (31-band graphic EQ, 10-band parametric EQ, Feedback Destroyer, plus 3 Dynamic EQs per stereo channel)Ultrahigh-resolution 61-band real-time FFT analyzer with additional auto EQ function for room and loudspeaker equalizationUnique VPQ (Virtual Paragraphic EQ) option allows parametric control of graphic EQsAdvanced compressor/expander with peak limiter per stereo channel, additional stereo imager, and stereo delay for delay line applicationsMultifunctional level meters: peak/RMS, VU, and SPL meter with dBA/dBC weighting via RTA/Mic input64 user memories for complete setups and/or individual module configurationsSeparate mic/line input with phantom power for RTA and Auto-EQ applicationsBalanced inputs and servo-balanced outputs with gold-plated XLR connectors, stereo aux output, AES/EBU and S/PDIF inputs and outputs (XLR and optical)Professional Wordclock input and MIDI connections for full remote control, preset dumps, and system updatesOpen architecture, allowing future software updates via MIDI"Planet Earth" switching power supply for maximum flexibility (100 - 240 VAC), noise-free audio, superior transient response, plus low power consumption for energy savingEqualization, Dynamics & Feedback Correction You can have it all with the DEQ2496. How about automatic FFT analysis with Auto EQ? It's in there. The DEQ2496 is a whole rack of ultra-flexible equalization options, plus dynamics and time-correction solutions, all designed to optimize your rig s sound quality like no other single piece of processing gear. Consider the DEQ2496 your audio engineer s Swiss Army Knife here are a just few examples: Dual 31-band Graphic Equalizers (stereo linkable), Dual 31-band Virtual Paragraphic Equalizers (stereo linkable), Dual 10-band Parametric EQ s per stereo side, Dynamically activated EQ, Feedback Destroyer with Learning Mode, Stereo Imager, Compressor/Expander, Limiter, Digital Delay, RTA/SPL/FFT Analyzer with Auto EQ functionEQ Options Naturally, the DEQ2496 has a phase-neutral digital graphic EQ. But in addition, Behringer has added a function that allows you to change the frequency bandwidths from 1/3, to as tight as 59/3. Or, if you prefer the old-school approach to variable bandwidth, they've included 10-bands of parametric filters that can be incrementally fine-tuned all the way down to 1/60 of an octave.Dynamically Activated EQ Dynamic EQ (DEQ) automatically raises or lowers a defined frequency range based on volume level. It's literally a combination of an equalizer (with frequency center and bandwidth controls) and a dynamics processor (with Attack, Release, Threshold, and Ratio parameters). DEQ opens up a world of both creative mastering and PA problem solving possibilities. We've given you total control with multiple filter types, including bandpass mode. And of course you can store DEQ settings for recall at any time manually or via MIDI.Feedback Destroyer with Learning Mode With all these digital capabilities, it s easy to see why Behringer were able to include a highly effective Feedback Destroyer (FBQ) feature it s essentially a dynamically activated parametric EQ that watches the whole frequency spectrum in 1/60-octave bands and then instantly identifies and notches out feedback. FBQ can be run in AUTO mode, or in Single mode. Also incl