Specifications

Type: Compressor / Limiter
Description: 2+2 parametric compressor and gate
Topology: frequency-conscious (parametric) gating and "progressive knee" subtractive compression
Signal path: Analog
Channels: 4
Channel format: 2 discrete noise-gate channels + 2 discrete parametric-compressor channels
Form factor: rack
Rack units: 1
Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.25dB
Impedance (Ω): 10k ohm input; 50 ohm output

Details

Controls: Progressive-knee ratio control (compressors); frequency-selective trigger band (gates); per-channel threshold/attack/release

I/O: Independent balanced inputs and outputs per channel (connector type not specified in available sources)

Notable use: De-essing, mic popping/proximity control, and general dynamics control in small racks and distributed sound reinforcement systems

Notes: DISCONTINUED CLASSIC, confirmed "Discontinued" on bssaudio.com product page. Frequency response, noise (-95dBu), distortion (0.005% comp / 0.04% gate), and impedance figures sourced from third-party review (Sound On Sound) rather than the current manufacturer page, which lacks detailed electrical specs - cross-check recommended. Classified as Compressor/Limiter though device combines gate + compressor functions - flagging this judgment call. No current price (discontinued).

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