DBX 160 Compressor

GPTKB entity

Statements (47)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:turbofan_engine
gptkbp:application gptkb:studio
live sound
gptkbp:color gptkb:black
gptkbp:compression_ratio 1:1 to 20:1
gptkbp:controls gptkb:terrorism
threshold
ratio
output level
release
gptkbp:dimensions 19 x 1.75 x 6 inches
gptkbp:features VCA-based compression
gptkbp:frequency 20 Hz to 20 k Hz
gptkbp:has_enemies 0.1 to 50 ms
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label DBX 160 Compressor
gptkbp:impedance 10 kΩ
200 Ω
gptkbp:input_output balanced XLR
gptkbp:introduced gptkb:1971
gptkbp:legacy considered a classic compressor
influenced modern compressor designs
widely used in music production
gptkbp:manufacturer DBX
gptkbp:notable_feature hard knee compression
LED gain reduction meter
dual function output control
high pass filter on sidechain
overeasy compression
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:Michael_Jackson
gptkb:Nirvana
gptkb:Prince
gptkb:Madonna
gptkb:U2
gptkbp:power_supply AC power
gptkbp:range 100 d B
gptkbp:related_products DBX 160 A
DBX 1046
DBX 1066
DBX 160 SL
DBX 166
gptkbp:release_characteristics auto release
gptkbp:release_year 50 to 500 ms
gptkbp:sidechain yes
gptkbp:type dynamic range processor
gptkbp:weight 3.5 lbs
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:1176_LN_compressor
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7