Dual 15 Band Graphic EQ

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.
Recommended for: Portable, Tour.

Features

Dual 15-band, 1/3-octave Constant Q frequency bands
Switchable boost/cut ranges of ±6 or ±12 dB
Front panel bypass switch
±12 dB input gain range
4-segment LED ladders for monitoring output levels
XLR and TRS Inpts and Outputs
Frequency Response of 50kHz
Dynamic range of greater than 108dB

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 215s Cut Sheet-English
 
 
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 215s Owner’s Manual-English
 
 
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Specifications

Input Connectors
1/4″ TRS, female XLR (pin 2 hot)

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)

Bandwidth
20Hz to 20kHz, +0.5/-1dB

Frequency Response
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

Unit Weight
4.8 lbs.(2.2 kg)

Shipping Weight
6.2 lbs.(2.8kg)

Dimensions
1.75" (4.4cm) H x 6"(15.24cm) D x 19" (48.26cm) W