- Feedback Destroyer Mastering Process with 4 EQ Modules.
- 24-bit/96kHz Equalizer.
- Feedback Destroyer.
- Digital Delay.
- FFT Analyzer.
BEHRINGER ULTRACURVE PRO DEQ2496
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Ultra-High Precision 24-Bit/96 kHz Equalizer, Analyzer, Feedback
Destroyer and Mastering Processor
* Ultra-high resolution 24-bit/96 kHz mastering processor
featuring 32/40-bit floating-point DSP technology
* Audiophile 24-bit/96 kHz A/D- and D/A converters offering 113
dB dynamic range
* 4 concurrently selectable EQ modules (31-band graphic EQ,
10-band parametric EQ, Feedback Destroyer plus 3 Dynamic EQs per
stereo channel)
* Ultra-high resolution 61-band real-time FFT analyzer with
additional auto EQ function for room and loudspeaker equalization
* Unique VPQ (Virtual Paragraphic EQ) option allows parametric
control of graphic EQs
* State-of-the-art compressor/expander with peak limiter per
stereo channel, additional stereo imager and stereo delay for
delay line applications
* Multi-functional level meters (peak/RMS, VU and SPL meter with
dBA/dBC weighting via RTA/Mic input)
* 64 user memories for complete setups and/or individual module
configurations
* Separate mic/line input with phantom power for RTA and Auto-EQ
applications
* Balanced 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 updates
* Open architecture allowing future software updates via MIDI
* "Planet Earth" sw power supply for maximum flexibility
(100 - 240 V~), noise-free audio, superior transient response
plus low power consumption for energy saving
* High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction
ensure long life
* Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany
The DEQ2496 is a highprecision digital 24-bit/ 96 kHz EQ/RTA
mastering processor, ideal for sophisticated live sound
trouble-shooting or audiophile mastering. Whether you're putting
the finishing touches on recorded material or creating an optimal
live sound for a multi-way PA, the DEQ2496 is built to provide
meticulous control.
Equalization? Dynamics? Feedback correction? Yes, yes, yes. You
can have it all with the DEQ2496. Automatic FFT analysis with
Auto EQ? We added that too.
The DEQ2496 is a whole rack of flexible equalization, dynamics
and time correction functions designed to fix problems and
generally optimize sound quality.
* ual 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 function
Dual 31-band Graphic Equalizers, 31-band Virtual Paragraphic
Equalizers and 10-band Parametric
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Naturally the DEQ2496 has phase-neutral digital graphic EQ...but
in addition we've added a function that allows you to change the
bandwidth of each frequency from standard 1/3 to as much as 59/3.
Or, if you prefer the old-school approach to variable bandwidth,
we've included 10-band parametrics that can be fine-tuned in
increments down to 1/60 of an octave.
Dynamically-activated EQ
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Dynamic EQ 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 the digital
capabilities we've just listed, it's easy to see why we were able
to include a highly-effective Feedback Destroyer (FBD) feature -
it's essentially a dynamicallyactivated parametric EQ that
"watches" the whole frequency spectrum in 1/60-octave bands and
then instantly identifies and notches out feedback. FBD can be
run in AUTO mode to compensate for movements of performers on
stage, or in SNGLE mode that locks onto individual frequencies
and then varies the a of attenuation and bandwidth depending
on feedback stimulus - more suited to fixed microphone
installations. We also included a LEARN mode that generates short
audio pulses, raises their gain until feedback occurs and then
locks into potential trouble-causing band centers.
Stereo Imager (WIDTH)
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While usually considered a mastering technique, the ability to
widen the stereo image can be useful in live sound work, too.
When you hear it in action, we think you and your audience will
be impressed. The DEQ2496 WIDTH processor provides control over
STEREOWIDTH (how clearly the two sides of the stereo image are
separated from each other), ASYMMETRY (relative volume of
left/right stereo signal), ROTATION (panning of stereo + mono in
the stereo image), and a multipart SHUFFLE function than can
generate an additional low-frequency Stereowidth effect.
Compressor/Expander and Limiter
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The DEQ2496 has a comprehensive set of dynamics processing tools
that can be used as two independent channels or stereo linked.
Everything you'd find on a dedicated compressor/ expander is here
including variable rations from 1:1.1 to 1:100, ATTACK times from
0 to 200ms, 0-3dB variable knee and 20 to 4000ms RELEASE, all
adjustable from a coarse/fine adjustment scale. The built-in
separate LIMITER has Threshold, Hold and Release functions.
Digital Delay
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You can delay either the DEQ2496's Main or AUX outputs anywhere
from 0 to 300ms and can process left and right channels
independently. Not only can you specify time delay in feet or
meters but simultaneously compensate for ambient temperature
which affects sound speed!
RTA/SPL/FFT Analyzer with Auto EQ function
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The DEQ2496 features an FFT real time analyzer for precise
graphic display of 61 frequency bands. You can monitor main or
digital inputs and outputs, AUX/ digital out or a feed from an
RTA microphone and display the results in a multitude of ways
including funky retro VU meters. You get all of the usual
peak/hold, display rate and scale features you would expect from
a professional measurement tool, plus our user-definable AEQ
(Auto EQ function), which allows you to analyze and adjust your
system's frequency response automatically (perfect for "roughing
out" initial room adjustments). In Graphic EQ mode, you can
choose between UNCORRECTED response, which shows the mutual
influence of adjacent bands, or select TRUE response to apply a
specially developed algorithm that displays the actual results of
the equalizer setting.
Easy to set up and use
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The DEQ2496 has balanced inputs and servo balanced outputs with
gold-plated XLR connectors, stereo aux output, AES/EBU and S/
PDIF inputs and XLR and optical output. Configuration is
intuitive, with on-screen block diagram displays and you get a
separate RTA mic/line input with phantom power, a professional
wordclock input and MIDI connections for full remote control, as
well as preset dumps and system updates. You can maintain up to
64 comprehensive user presets at a time and of course dump and
load as needed. You can also save and recall individual modules
such as DEQ, PEQ, WIDTH or DYN. These subsets of complete presets
let you maintain most of a preset's settings but vary a few (such
as graphic EQ) without having to generate a whole new preset.
Built tough for the road, precise for the studio
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The DEQ2496 features high-quality 24-bit/96 kHz A/D and D/A
converters and two high-performance 32/40-bit floating-point
digital signal processors for incredible sonic resolution and 113
dB dynamic range. The internal switch-mode power supply assures
maximum flexibility (100-240V~), noise-free audio, superior
transient response, lowest possible power consumption and freedom
from power surge damage.
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Quite frankly, we believe that the DEQ2496 is the best
multi-function processor value in the pro audio industry. Why pay
much more for a status name?