DCX2496

Item ID: 10

$299.00

Behringer DCX2496 Ultradrive Pro

Behringer DCX2496 Ultradrive Pro Digital Loudspeaker Management System

Overview

The Behringer DCX2496 Ultradrive Pro is an industry-staple, high-precision digital loudspeaker management system engineered to maximize the performance and longevity of multi-speaker setups. Operating at a pristine 24-bit/96 kHz internal resolution, this processor provides audio engineers with surgical control over crossovers, equalization, delay alignment, and dynamics. With a highly flexible 3-input/6-output architecture, it excels in both live touring rigs and permanent commercial installations, allowing for complex routing such as stereo 3-way, dual 2-way plus subwoofer, or 6-way mono configurations. By integrating high-end AKM converters and an arsenal of precise DSP tools, the DCX2496 delivers audiophile-grade signal integrity while providing essential "zero-attack" limiting to protect valuable driver components.

Models & Range

• Full Range Models: DCX2496 (Standard flagship model with digital inputs, RS-232, and RS-485 networking), DCX2496LE (Light Edition with strictly analog I/O and streamlined control interfaces).
• Subwoofer Models: Not applicable for rackmount DSP processors.

Key Features

• Flexible 3-In / 6-Out Architecture: Features three analog inputs (one switchable to AES/EBU digital) and six analog outputs, allowing for maximum routing flexibility, including L/R/Sum configurations for easy subwoofer matrixing.
• Masterful Crossover Control: Offers individual crossover filter types including Butterworth, Bessel, and Linkwitz-Riley, with highly selectable roll-off slopes ranging from a gentle 6 dB up to a steep 48 dB per octave.
• Zero-Attack Limiters: Every output channel features an ultra-fast, "zero-attack" limiter, providing absolute peak protection to safeguard delicate high-frequency drivers and subwoofers from dangerous power spikes.
• Comprehensive Time Alignment: Adjustable delays on all inputs and outputs allow for precise acoustic time-alignment of individual drivers within a cabinet, or synchronization of delay towers and fill speakers in large venues.
• Dynamic & Parametric Equalization: Dynamic EQs for level-dependent equalization, alongside highly musical Parametric EQs configurable for all input and output channels.

Technical Specifications

• Analog Inputs: 3 x XLR (servo-balanced, gold-plated)
• Analog Outputs: 6 x XLR (servo-balanced, gold-plated)
• Digital Input: 1 x XLR (Input C switchable to AES/EBU or S/PDIF), accommodating sample rates from 32 to 96 kHz via internal sample rate converter
• A/D and D/A Converters: 24-bit Delta-Sigma AKM converters with 64x oversampling
• Internal Processing: 32-bit SHARC DSP operating at 96 kHz
• Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 45 kHz (-3 dB)
• Dynamic Range: Approximately 112 dB (System), A/D ~112 dB, D/A ~120 dB
• Maximum Input/Output Level: +22 dBu
• Crossover Filters: Butterworth, Bessel, Linkwitz-Riley (6, 12, 18, 24, 48 dB/octave)
• Control Interfaces: RS-232 (9-pin Sub-D) for PC configuration, Dual RS-485 (RJ-45) for networking/cascading multiple units
• Preset Storage: Internal memory for up to 60 user-defined presets
• Power Supply: Universal switch-mode power supply (100–240 V~, 50/60 Hz)
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 44.5 mm x 483 mm x 208 mm (1.75 in x 19 in x 8.2 in)
• Weight: 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs)
• Rack Units: 1U Standard 19-inch rack format

Included Accessories

• Standard IEC Power Cable
• Printed User Manual and Quick Start Guide
• (Note: Ultradrive Pro remote control software is available as a free download from the manufacturer's website)