The dbx DriveRack PA2 Complete Loudspeaker Management System is a loudspeaker management system that can be controlled via your Mac, PC, or mobile iOS or Android device. Using an optional microphone connected to its RTA input, its AutoEQ function can be employed to listen to your room and automatically EQ it for optimized speaker performance. The AFS (Advanced Feedback Suppression) feature is designed to eliminate feedback while preserving the sound of your system.
In addition to automated functions, the DriveRack has integrated dbx compression and limiting as well as both a graphic and 8-band parametric EQ section. It also features driver-alignment delays and a crossover section that supports full-range, 2-way, and 3-way systems. You can control the DriveRack PA2 directly by connecting from your Mac or PC via the rear-panel USB port, or connect the PA2 to a wireless router via its Ethernet port for compatibility with iOS or Android devices.
AutoEQ
With an optional mic connected to the RTA Mic input "listening" to your room, the DriveRack PA2 AutoEQ algorithm sets speaker levels and room EQ automatically in a matter of seconds. This means room adjustments can now be made quickly, without subjecting the audience to annoying, lengthy broadcasts of pink noise
AFS Feedback Elimination
The DriveRack PA2 listens for and anticipates feedback and adjusts speaker output automatically before feedback can start, while never altering your sound
Wizard Setup Functions
Wizard functions on the DriveRack PA2 to guide you through step-by-step processes to help you get the most from your loudspeaker system. It helps you configure level balancing, AutoEQ, Advanced Feedback Suppression, and provides access to built-in and constantly updating speaker tunings from most major speaker manufacturers
Input Processing
- dbx Compression
- AFS (Advanced Feedback Suppression)
- Graphic EQ
- 8-Band Parametric EQ (adjusted when using the AutoEQ)
- Subharmonic Synthesis
Output Processing
- Crossover (supports full range, 2-way, and 3-way systems)
- 8-Band Parametric EQs (used for speaker tunings)
- dbx Limiting
- Driver Alignment Delays
Dbx PA2 Specs
| Analog Inputs | Number of Inputs: 2 x line inputs, 1 x RTA mic input Connectors: 2 x female XLR line inputs, 1 x female XLR RTA mic input Type: Electronically balanced/RF filtered Impedance: > 50 kOhms Max Input Level (line inputs): > +20 dBu CMRR: > 45 dB RTA Mic Preamp Phantom Power: +15 VDC |
| Analog Outputs | Number of Outputs: 6 x line outputs Connectors: Male XLR Type: Electronically balanced, RF filtered Impedance: 120 Ohms Max Output Level: +20 dBu Alignment Delay: Up to 10 ms per output channel pair |
| A/D and D/A Conversion | A/D Performance A/D Converter: 24-bit with dbx Type IV Conversion System A/D Dynamic Range: 112 dB A-weighted, 110 dB unweighted Type IV Dynamic Range: 123 dB with transient material, A-weighted, 22 kHz BW 121 dB with transient material, unweighted, 22 kHz BW 115 dB typical with program material, A-weighted, 22 kHz BW D/A Performance D/A Converter: 24-bit D/A Dynamic Range: 112 dB A-weighted, 110 dB unweighted |
| Internal Processing | 32-bit floating point |
| Sample Rate | 48 kHz |
| Dynamic Range | A-Weighted: 110 dB Unweighted: 107 dB |
| THD + N | 0.003% typical at +4 dBu, 1 kHz, 0 dB input gain |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz, (+0 /- 0.5 dB) |
| Crosstalk | Interchannel Crosstalk: < -110 dB, -120 dB typical (input-to-output: < -100 dB) |
| Latency | Input to output: 1.847 ms |
| Power | Operating Voltage: 100 to 120 VAC 50/60 Hz or 220 to 240 VAC 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 22 W |
| Dimensions (H x D x W) | 1.8 x 5.8 x 19.0" / 44.5 x 146.1 x 482.6 mm |
| Weight | 5.3 lb / 2.4 kg |
| Package Weight | 6.8 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 22.3 x 11.5 x 3.8" |
