


Features
Dual 15-band, 2/3-octave Constant Q frequency bands
The 215s offers allows true 1/3-octave bandwidth control at all slider positions.
Switchable boost/cut ranges of ±6 or ±12dB
The 215s features a boost/cut switch that allows you to select which of the two boost/cut ranges the equalizer will use, either ±6 dB or ±12 dB. The red LED lights when the ±12 dB range is selected.
Bypass switch
Bypass the EQ with a simple press of the 215s's bypass switch that is conveniently located on the front panel.
±12 dB input gain range
The 215s is capable of -12 dB to +12 dB of gain.
4-segment LED ladders for monitoring output levels
Easily determine the processing status of the 215s via the front panel LEDs.
XLR and TRS Inputs and Outputs
The 215s has balanced inputs and outputs that can be used with any balanced or unbalanced line-level device.
Frequency Response of <10Hz to >50kHz
The 215s is able to easily respond and adjust for a speaker's frequency response based on its amazing 10 Hz to 50 kHz frequency response range.
Dynamic range of greater than 108dB
The 215s's wide dynamic range ensures clean, clear audio regardless of the audio content being processed.
Specs & Downloads
Item# DBX215SV
Description
Exceptional sound and rugged reliability
When the pros need an EQ, they turn to dbx. With a proven track record that spans four decades, dbx® EQs are the industry standard for touring, studios, and audio installations. With the dbx heritage of revered pro EQs, the 215s meets the needs of the most demanding sound reinforcement environments, while offering the simplicity of straightforward controls. The dbx 215s includes two 15-band channels of 2/3-octave equalization, ±12 dB input gain, switchable ±6 dB or ±12 dB boost/cut range, 20mm nonconductive sliders, an intuitive user interface, and output level metering. From its extended 10Hz to 50kHz frequency response and 112 dB dynamic range to the quality componentry and meticulous attention to detail, the 215s offers exceptional sound and rugged reliability that guarantees you will always sound your best. Sure to find a home in the studio, on tour and with installed sound venues, the dbx 215s is destined to take its rightful place in the lineage of great dbx signal processors that are the professional's choice in signal processing. With such affordable quality, there's no longer any excuse for compromising your sound.
General Specifications
- Input Connectors
- 1/4" TRS, female XLR (pin 2 hot)
- Bandwidth
- 20Hz to 20kHz, +0.5/-1dB
- Frequency Response
- <10Hz to >50kHz, +0.5/-3dB
- Dynamic Range
- Typically >112dB
- Signal to Noise Ratio
- Typically >95dB
- THD+Noise
- <0.003%
- Interchannel Crosstalk
- <-90db, 20Hz to 20kHz
- Bypass Switch
- Bypasses the graphic equalizer section in the signal path
- Low cut Switch
- Activates the 50Hz 12dB/octave Bessel high-pass filter
- Range Switch
- Selects either +/- 6dB or +/- 12dB slider boost/cut range
- Operating Voltage
- 100VAC-240VAC 50/60Hz
- Power Consumption
- 15W
- Power Connector
- IEC receptacle
Audio Specifications
- Input Type
- Electronically balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered
- Input Impedance
- Balanced 40 kOhm, unbalanced 20 kOhm
- Max Input
- >+21dBu balanced or unbalanced
- CMRR
- >40dB, typically >55dB at 1kHz
- Output Connectors
- 1/4" TRS, male XLR (pin 2 hot)
- Output Type
- Impedance-balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered
- Output Impedance
- Balanced 100 ohm, unbalanced 50 ohm
- Max Output
- >+21dBu balanced/unbalanced into 2 kOhm or greater; >+18dBm balanced/unbalanced (into 600 ohm)
Dimensions
- Weight
- 4.8 lb (2.2 kg)
- Height
- 1.75 in (4.4 cm)
- Depth
- 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Width
- 19 in (48.26 cm)
What's in The Box?
- 1 x dbx 215s dual channel 15 band graphic equalizer
- 1 x AC power cord
- 1 x Operation manual
- 1 x Registration card
- 4 x Rack mount screws and washers
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