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dbx 580

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Manufacturerdbx
TypePreamp
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Connections

ConnectorCarriesDirection
XLR 3-pin femaleAnalog audio, microphone levelinput
XLR 3-pin female48V phantom poweroutput (switchable)
1/4 inch TS (unbalanced)Analog audio, instrument (Hi-Z) levelinput

What can feed the dbx 580

Devices whose outputs this one accepts.

Microphone 362
Preamp 15
DI / Reamp 11
Power Amplifier 4
Channel Strip 2
Hardware Effects 2
Cable 1
Inline Preamp 1
Compressor / Limiter 1
Install Processor 1

Check a specific pairing

The lists above are one-step connections. To check a full chain, including adapters, gain and phantom power, ask about a specific pair on the main page.