Behringer MDX4400 Multicom Pro Compressor/Limiter

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Features 4 independent channels of compression and limiting with interactive auto compression circuitry.

Overview

The Multicom Pro gives you 4 channels of first-class IKA compression/limiting in one single rack space. You still get Behringer's unique Auto function, plus a variety of configuration options. With a multitude of additional features, like extensive metering and professional connections, the Multicom Pro puts lots of dynamic processing power in your rack.

Features
4 excellent compressor/limiter channels

Switchable high-pass side chain filter

Interactive auto-compressor circuit for musical compression

Program-dependent attack and release times

IKA circuit for "inaudible" compression

Couple function for 2 channels each

Separate LED displays for input/output levels and gain reduction

Servo-balanced XLR and jack connectors

Additional peak limiter with IGC (Interactive Gain Control) and control LED

High-quality potentiometer and illuminated switches

Manufactured under ISO9000 certified management system

Specs

Audio Input
Connectors: XLR and 1/4 in. jack

Type: RF filtered, servo-balanced input

Impedance: 50 kOhm balanced, 25 kOhm unbalanced

Nominal Operating Level: +4 dBu/-10 dBV switchable

Max. Input Level: +21 dBu balanced and unbalanced

CMRR: typ. 40 dB, >55 dB @ 1 kHz

Audio Output
Connectors: XLR and 1/4 in. jack

Type: electronically servo-balanced output stage (optional transformer-balanced)

Impedance: 60 Ohms balanced, 30 Ohm unbalanced

Max. Output Level: +21 dBu, +20 dBm balanced and unbalanced

System Specifications
Bandwidth: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB

Frequency Response: 0.35 Hz to 200 kHz, +0/-3 dB

Noise: > 95 dBu, unweighted, 22 Hz to 22 kHz

THD: 0.008 % typ. @ +4 dBu, 1 kHz, Gain 1
0.04 % typ. @ +20 dBu, 1 kHz, Gain 1

IMD: 0.01 % typ. SMPTE

Crosstalk: < -100 dB, 22 Hz to 22 kHz

Stereo Coupling: true RMS detection

Compressor Section
Type: IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) Compressor

Threshold: variable (-40 dB to +20 dB)

Ratio: variable (1:1 to oo:1)

Threshold characteristics: variable (Interactive or Hard Knee)

Auto characteristics: Wave Adaptive Compressor

Auto Attack Time: typ. 15 ms at 10 dB, 5 ms at 20 dB, 3 ms at 30 dB

Auto Release Time: program dependent, typ. 125 dB/s

Output: variable (-20 to +20 dB)

Peak Limiter Section
Type: IGC (Interactive Gain Control) Peak Limiter

Threshold: variable (+4 dB to OFF (+22 dBu))

Ratio: oo:1

Stage 1 Limiter Type: Clipper

Attack: "zero"

Release: "zero"

Stage 2 Limiter Type: Program Limiter

Attack: program dependent, typ.< 5 ms

Release: program dependent, typ. 20 dB/s

Function Switches
Interactive: enables the interactive Knee Adaptation characteristics

Contour: allows for frequency dependent detection

I/O Meter: switches between input and output for the Level Meter

In/Out: bypass switch

Operating Level: changes the internal reference level from +4 dBu to -10 dBV

Couple: linking channels 1 & 2 or 3 & 4 for stereo operation and channel 1 (or 3) becomes master

Indicators
Gain Reduction: 8-element LED display: 1/3/6/10/15/20/25/30 dB

Input/Output Level: 8-element LED display: -24/-18/-12/-6/0/+6/+12/+18 dB

Peak Limiter Threshold: 1 LED for Indication of Limiter function

Function switch: LED indicator for each

Power Supply
Mains Voltage: USA/Canada ~ 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Fuse: 100-120 V AC: 630 mA (slow-blow)

Power Consumption: 14 Watts

Mains Connection: Standard IEC receptacle

Physical
Dimension (H x W x D): approximately 1-3/4 x 19 x 8-1/2 in.(44.5 x 482.6 x 217 mm)

Net Weight: 2.2 kg, approximately

Shipping Weight: 3.4 kg, approximately