The Klark Teknik DN504 Quad CompressorILimiter has been designed to give the studio or PA engineer comprehensive and convenient automatic control over gain and level.
Four channels of compression are available in one unit of nineteen inch rack space. Even at this high packing density, the degree of control over each channel of audio is greater than that found on many conventional two channel compressorllimiters.
As a Compressor, the DN504 can achieve almost undetectable dynamic range reduction by the use of sophisticated automatic attack and release circuitry. Or compression can be used as an effect in its own right with full manual control over Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release and Gain. There is also a switchable 'Knee' control which provides the option of
Hard or Soft compression styles.
With the compression ratio set to the maximum value of 50: 1, the DN504 is also able to operate as a high quality, fast acting, Limiter. The DN504 has LED indicators for every switched audio function, and also has separate LED bar graph meters for gain reduction and for output level on each channel.
Four side chain inputs are provided. A stereo link function is available to allow channels to be linked in pairs to compress stereo signals while avoiding the possibility of image shift.
The DN504 Quad CompressorILimiter is built to Klark Teknik's high standards of design and construction. A well thought out aesthetic presentation is also an aid to realising full dynamic control over gain and level in today's complex productions.
Klark Teknik
In 1974, brothers Phil and Terry Clarke founded Klark Teknik Research Ltd. Their pioneering approach to design and development allowed them to introduce some truly groundbreaking designs. One of the world??s first digital delay and digital reverb units emanated from their laboratory, and their descendants remain in common usage all over the world to this day.
However, it was their concepts for graphic EQ devices that really changed the world of professional audio resulting in the uniquely capable DN370 and the world famous DN360.
Today Klark Teknik continues to bring innovation in design, engineering and sonic quality in both the analogue and digital realm of audio signal processing. With the introduction of Show Command, Klark Teknik have an integrated system of hardware, software and Ethernet technology providing full control of loudspeaker system equalisation, management and routing.
Uniquely in its field, Klark Teknik also provides the customer with an opportunity to invest in leading-edge equipment with an extraordinary working lifespan and unrivalled retained value
Used Compressors and Limiters
Audio compressors and limiters are a kind of specialist hardware used to either amplify the volume of quiet sounds or reduce the volume of loud sounds, by simply compressing the ??dynamic range? of an audio signal. Audio compression is commonly used during live concerts, broadcasts and studio recording.
Audio compressors and limiters, sometimes called a dynamic compressor, can manipulate the volume of sound by alternating the rate of compression through two basic functions ?? attack and release controls, which are also able to smooth the final effect of the audio output.
There are many different kinds of compressors and limiters available, including very basic models with just a few simple knobs for attacking and releasing, and more advanced models which provide greater versatility when it comes to attenuating audio signals.
Audio technicians place an extremely high value on compressors and limiters. An audio limiter is essential for managing the level of audio signals during recording sessions. If the volume produced by a piano for example, is not managed, the recording equipment could easily be overloaded when the pianist plays louder, impacting on the quality of the final recording. Similarly, when the pianist plays at a lower volume, audio compressors and limiters are needed to boost the volume level so that the signal remains consistent throughout.
In addition to managing signal levels, compressors and limiters can also be used to create special effects and add an extra dimension to recordings. Audio limiters are able to compress dynamic range audio signals into a much narrower range, hence why they are sometimes called a dynamic compressor. The results of such audio compression include attaining a higher source signal from low volume sound, smooth and consistent tones, an increase in some musical instruments sustain and the ability to enhance the ??punch? of certain instruments, such as guitars, bass and drums.
DN504 - From various rentals. Always cleaned and tested upon return.
DN504 - DN504 in great condition.
DN504 - DN504 in good condition.
