dbx 565 Dual-band Optical Compressor

The dbx 565 Dual-band Optical Compressor is ideal for a discriminating user who is seeking an optical compressor for their studio or live sound applications. The 565 features Dual-channel multi-frequency-band optical compressor, Linkwitz-Riley 4th-order (24dB/octave) crossover slope, Master level display: VU meter w/ -20dBu – +3dBu range, Gain reduction LED display, Independent compression, attack time, and release time controls, Circuit bypass switch. The 565 will work in any 500 series approved power supply rack.

Features

• 565 Dual compressor
• Suitable for use in all 500-series-compatible systems
• Dual-channel multi-frequency-band optical compressor
• Linkwitz-Riley 4th-order (24dB/octave) crossover slope
• Master level display: VU meter w/ -20dBu – +3dBu range
• Gain reduction LED display
• Dual input gain controls
• 16-stage frequency range selector
• Independent compression, attack time, and release time controls
• Circuit bypass switch
• Independent channel mutes
• Master output level control

Specifications

• Mic/Line Input Connectors: TRS balanced
• Impedance: 3k Ohms
• Mic Input Gain: 10dB to 60dB
• Phase Reversal: Switchable
• Phantom Power: +48V, switchable
• Instrument Input Connector: 1/4” jack unbalanced (or XLR from back panel)
• Instrument Input Gain: 0dB to 45dB
• Output Connectors: XLR & 1/4" jack (back panel)
• Line in Frequency Response: 6Hz to 40kHz within 1dB
• Compressor Ratio: 1:1 - 10:1
• Compressor Attack: 1ms - 100ms
• Compressor Release: 0.1s - 3s
• Crossover: 70Hz - 3.6kHz
• Slope: 24dB
• VU meter: -20dBu - +3dBu
• THD: 0.022% (unweighted)
• Signal to Noise: >101dB
• Power Supply: 198ma from standard 500 series power chassis