Alesis GRIP Sub Bass Management Digital Processor

A new low in bass...

Maybe we should have called it the Booty Shaker or the Boom Machine, the Butt Buster or the Marquis de Sub. But when we saw how this processor finds low frequencies and never lets go, the name was obvious: GRIP.

Far beyond a simple EQ or tone control, GRIP's proprietary digital sub-harmonic synthesis algorithm actually creates sub-bass signals that are harmonically related to, but not present in, the original sound. Of course, dedicated knobs also give you instant control over the character and level of what's already there - all with a no-compromise audio path. It's a dream machine for remixers, car stereo buffs, club owners, or anybody who's serious about getting low down with the lowdown.

It's the Alesis GRIP. And don't make us tell you to get a, well . . . you-know-what on it.

Features:
Perfect for DJs, dance club setups, large PA systems, and car audio

Proprietary sub-harmonic synthesizer improves inherent low-frequency content and adds deep sub-bass

Crossover controls frequency at which sub-bass processing begins. Crossover button removes sub-bass signal from stereo outputs

Bass drive controls threshold and release time for multiband limiters. Turn up for more sustain, turndown for tight, punchy lows. Dedicated bass level and sub-bass level controls

Lo cut knob adjusts steep highpass filter for tone changes and to protect speakers

Balanced 1/4 in. stereo inputs and outputs, mono 1/4 in. sub-bass output

16-segment LED meters for input, gain reduction, and bass

1U rackmount

Technical Info

Controls
Front panel: Dedicated input, output, crossover, sub-bass level, bass drive, bass level, lo cut, and bypass controls. 16-segment input, gain reduction, and bass level LED meters.

Connections
Audio: 2 in, 2 out (1/4 in. TRS). Sub-bass out (1/4 in. TRS).

Audio Specifications
Internal DSP: 28-bit resolution
Input and output converters: 24-bit/48kHz
Frequency response: 20Hz22kHz +/-1dB
Signal-to-noise ratio: >104dB (A-weighted)
Distortion: <0.004% THD+N
Input level: +4dBu nominal, +19dBu maximum
Output level: +19dBu maximum

Power
7 watts max, 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz

Dimensions
(H x W x D): 1.75 in. x 19 in. x 6.4 in. (45mm x 483mm x 162mm)

Weight
4lbs (1.8kg)