Behringer FBQ2496 Feedback Destroyer Pro

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The Behringer FBQ2496 features ultra-fast feedback detection and pristine 24-bit/96 kHz A/D and D/A converters. It kills feedback without killing your sound.

The FBQ2496 is the fastest (>0.2 sec.) and the only 96kHz feedback suppressor on the market. Using an ultra-fast feedback detection algorithm, it automatically and 'intelligently' locates up to 20 feedback frequencies per channel and sets extremely narrow notch filters to 'destroy' them, leaving the remainder of the signal virtually untouched. Easy does it: with the 'Set-and-Forget' default setting plus the Panic button, your Feedback Destroyer can be up and running in no time! The auto mode continuously monitors the mix, resetting programmed filters automatically, while the manual mode allows individual setting of up to 40 fully parametric filters with frequency, bandwidth and gain adjustment. Open MIDI architecture means that future software updates and flexible communication with digital equipment are a no-brainer. With its various modes you can master just about any live sound situation or use it as a creative sound-shaping tool.

Features:

- Automatically and 'intelligently' locates and destroys up to 20 frequencies per channel
- Ultra-fast feedback detection (>0.2 sec) due to proprietary FFT signal analysis
- Ultra-narrow notch-filters (up to 1/60th octave) for very effective feedback suppression, while keeping highest sonic quality
- 'Set-and-forget' default setting plus Panic button enable immediate and super-easy Feedback Destroyer performance
- Auto mode continuously monitors the mix, resetting programmed filters automatically
- Single-shot mode automatically read more detects and destroys feedback and locks the filter until you reset it manually
- Manual mode allows individual setting of up to 40 fully parametric filters with frequency, bandwidth and gain adjustment
- Ultra-high resolution 24-bit/96 kHz A/D and D/A converter powered by a 32-bit DSP for ultimate audio performance
- Open MIDI architecture for future software updates and flexible communication with digital equipment
- Balanced inputs and servo-balanced outputs with gold-plated XLR and 1/4' TRS connectors
- Internal switch-mode power supply for maximum flexibility (100 - 240 V~), noise-free audio, superior transient response plus lowest possible power consumption for energy savings
- High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
- Conceived and designed by Behringer Germany
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Audio Inputs
- Connections: XLR and 1/4 in. TRS stereo connector
- Type: Electronically balanced input
- Input impedance: approx. 20 kOhms balanced
- Nominal Input Level: -10 dbV/ +4 dBu (adjustable)
- Max. Input Signal Level: +20 dBu at +4 dBu nominal level, +6 dbV at -10 dBV nominal level, typically -40 dB

Audio Outputs
- Connections: XLR and 1/4 in. TRS stereo connector
- Type: Balanced
- Output Impedance: approx. 200 Ohms balanced
- Max. Output Level: +20 dBu at +4 dBu nominal level, +6 dBV at -10dBV nominal level

Bypass
- Type: Relay, hard bypass in case of power outage

System information
- Frequency Response: <10 Hz to 44 kHz
- Dynamic Range: 107 dB
- THD: 0.007 % typically at +4 dBu, 1 kHz, amplification 1
- Crosstalk: <-100 dB @ 1 kHz

MIDI Interface
- Type: 5-pole DIN connectors IN/OUT/THRU

Digital Processing
- Converter: 24 Bit / 96 kHz
- Sample Rate: 96 kHz

Parametric Equalizer (PEQ)
- Type: Max. 20 independent, fully parametric filters per channel
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Bandwidth: 1/60th to 10 octaves
- Possible Value Range: +15 to -36 dB

Feedback Destroyer (FBQ)
- Type: Digital signal analysis for feedback recognition purposes
- Filter: Max. 20 digital notch filters per channel
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Bandwidth: 1/60th octave
- Possible Value Range: 0 to -36 dB

Display
- Type: 3-digit numeric LED display

Power Supply
- Mains Voltage: ~100 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz
- Power Consumption: Approx. 10 W
- Fuse: T 1 A H 250 V
- Mains Connector: Standard receptacle

Dimensions/Weight
- Dimensions (H x W x D): Approx. 1 3/4 in. x 19 in. x 7 1/2 in.
- Weight: Approx. 4.2 lbs.

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Web: https://www.behringer.com/service.html

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. (24 ratings)
Submitted June 5, 2009 by a customer from texarkanacollege.edu

"Operating manual ISSUES!!... but once you set this unit up you will be pleased!"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Well built and performs as advertised... but Behringer needs a new technical writer on staff

Sound
The unit does what is claims to do... eliminate feedback and allow the audio to be virtually untouched or colored in any way. I am very pleased with the unit once set up.

Ease of Use
Why a rating of only 5? Because the newer unit OS ver 1.1 purchased in May 2009 does not set up per the operating manual (operating manual ver1.0 written in 2005). I own two of these units, the older unit OS ver1.0 purchased in 2006 sets up as advertised but this unit DOES NOT! You MUST initially put the unit in PEQ mode (parametric eq) and use the fly set up control wheel and set the mumber of parametric filters to some value (I chose zero) and then you can set the number of single shot filters and the balance of the remaining filters will function automatically. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD BE PROVIDED SOMEWHERE!!! After you do this initially it does not need to be repeated because the unit recalls all of the previous settings once the unit is powered down and it works GREAT!

Quality
No problems here, the older unit has worked flawlessly for me now for 3 1/2 years. We play gigs 2-4 per month, we are pleased with how well the unit has performed once in operation.

Value
Nobody can tough Behringer for price+performance.

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I have had one experience with the Behringer company and they were very helpful. Zzounds has been wonderful to deal with as I have exchanged products with them and they have been very professional with me.

Musical Background:
Semi-Pro (gig on weekends)

Musical Style:
Country / Classic Rock
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