A fully integrated system that gets the most from your PA.

The dbx DriveRack PA Processor will give you gig after gig of crisp, clean sound. Delivers auto EQ; RTA; dual 28-band graphic EQ; feedback elimination; sub-harmonic synth; 2x3, 4, 5, or 6 crossover; limiter on the output stage; and presets matching the latest JBL speakers and Crown power amps. Wizard setup help.

The DriveRack PA provides state-of-the-art signal processing, while using a simple and intuitive user interface. This goal has been achieved by offering 2 independent channels of processing power with a linkable 28-band graphic equalizer, industry-standard dbx stereo compressor module, feedback eliminator and the 120A subharmonic synthesizer on the input, with a 6-channel output system that includes parametric EQs, and Peak Plus limiters (which are used to provide protection against speaker blowouts) and alignment delay. These features combined with the Wizard setup system represent a methodical design that is guaranteed to deliver optimal all-inclusive processing in a completely scalable system.

dbx DriveRack PA Processor Features:

• Stereo Feedback Elimination with 12 feedback notch filters
• Dual 28-band Graphic EQ
• Classic dbx Compressor
• 120A Sub-harmonic Synthesizer
• 2x3, 2x4, 2x5, 2x6 Crossover Configurations
• Stereo Multiband Parametric EQ
• Stereo Output Limiters
• Alignment Delay
• Pink Noise Generator
• Auto-EQ with 28-band RTA
• JBL Speaker and Crown Power Amp Tunings with Setup Wizard
• 25 User Programs/25 Factory Programs
• 2 Channel XLR Input and 6 Channel XLR Output
• 24-Bit ADC/24-Bit DAC, >110 dB Dynamic Range
• Full Graphic LCD Display

It's just one unit. But it does so much. Order today.

dbx DriveRack PA Processor Specifications:

• System Performance
• Dynamic Range: 110dB A-weighted, >107 dB unweighted
• THD + N: 0.002% typical at +4dBu, 1kHz, 0dB input gain
• Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz, +/- 0.5dB
• Interchannel Crosstalk: >110dB min, 120dB typical
• Crosstalk input to output: >+100dB
• Delay: 10ms per channel (60 ms total)
  
  A/D Performance
• Type: dbx Type IV conversion system
• Dynamic Range: line 110dB A-weighted; 107 dB unweighted
• Type IV dynamic range 123 dB with transient material, unweighted, 22kHz BW
• 121 dB with transient material, unweighted, 22kHz BW
• 115 dB typical with program material, A-weighted, 22kHz BW
• Sample Rate: 48kHz
  
  D/A Performance
• Dynamic Range: 112 dB A-weighted, 110dB unweighted
  
  Analog Inputs
• Number of Inputs: (2) Line inputs. (1) RTA Mic input
• Connectors: (2) Female XLR line inputs. XLR RTA Mic input
• Type: Electronically balanced/RF filtered
• Impedance: >40k ohm
• Max Input line level: +20dBu
• CMRR: >45dB
• RTA Mic Phantom Voltage: +15VDC
• RTA Mic EIN: <-110dBu, 22Hz-22kHz, 150 ohm
  
  Analog Outputs
• Number of Outputs: 6
• Connectors: Male XLR
• Type: Electronically balanced, RF filtered
• Impedance: 120ohms
• Max Output Level: +20dBu

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worse sound processor ever!

Posted by Anonymous Musician on Nov 6, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: sound tech

Reviewer's Play Style: N/A

I had 2 of these in my rack for a year, always had problems to set up my sound. The auto eq doesn't work well and the sound is really harsh. It sounds like you are out of phase. I switched to a dc one by electrovoice and my pa sound improved atleast 10 better times in quality.....tx dbx for making me waiste money on your product.... and thanks to EV for making me one happy customer!!

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musician and sound man

Posted by mrdk! from tupelo, ms on Oct 11, 2008

Experience w/product: I have used it

Reviewer's Background: playing 43 years, so far

Reviewer's Play Style: all types

Got this unit because I use one in the pa I run. Once you read the manual and observe all cautions and warnings you will be amazed! Makes your pa sound twice as big and twice as clear! I only have three things to say, get one, Get one, GET ONE!!!

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Awesome but Hazardous

Posted by Lish from San Francisco, CA on Aug 8, 2008

Experience w/product: I have used it

Reviewer's Background: Sound Engineer

Reviewer's Play Style: all types

With its automated EQ analysis, the DriveRack PA can bring out the best sound your equipment can produce. It can also work wonders in balancing subs, mids, and horns in a system with mix-and-match components.

However, for live PA use, the front panel of this rack mount unit presents an extreme reliability hazard. It is all too easy to accidentally hit the analysis mode button below the LCD display without even noticing it. This button instantly converts the unit into a spectrum analyzer, blocking all sound output while it's in this mode. In my experience, the only safe way to use this unit in the field is mounted behind a tamper-proof rack panel.

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Great all in one!

Posted by billdo_99 from Iowa on Jul 18, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: 13000 sq foot strip club

Reviewer's Play Style: Across the board

Be sure to get the rtn microphone, but with a little education from its easy to understand interface and instruction manual, you will be crisp and loud in no time!

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The DBX Drive Rack PA is the Sh#t.

Posted by Blues Cat from Atlanta, ga. on Jul 8, 2008

Experience w/product: I have heard about it

Reviewer's Background: Active Musician

Reviewer's Play Style: Rock / Blues

“Where have you been all my life?” This unit rocks, and if it were a female, I'd marry it. My PA has gone from OK to great with this unit alone. I plan to get some new power amps to go with it, but what I have sounds awesome now. If I could afford another one, I would get it for my monitors. Hell, if I could afford it I would buy one for every band I know.

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