Behringer Ultracurve Pro DEQ2496
Digital 24Bit/96 kHz EQ/RTA
Mastering Processor
Ultracurve Pro
The Ultracurve Pro DEQ2496 is an ultra high-precision digital 24-bit/96
kHz EQ/RTA mastering processor. Its extremely high audio performance
makes it ideal for audiophile mastering and PA purposes. There are 4
concurrently selectable EQ modules (31-band graphic EQ, 10-band
parametric EQ, Feedback Destroyer and three dynamic EQs per channel).
Other important features include the additional 61-band RTA that can run
simultaneously with the EQ section, high-quality AKM 24-bit/96 kHz A/D
and D/A converters and two high-performance 32/40-bit floating-poin
SHARC digital signal processors for ultimate sonic resolution and 113 dB
dynamic range.
Multi-functional level meters (peak/RMS, VU and SPL meter with dBA/dBC
weighting via RTA mic input) 64 user memories for complete setups
and/or individual module configurations Separate RTA mic/line input with

phantom power, professional wordclock input and MIDI connections for full
remote control, preset dumps & system updates Ultra high-quality AKM
24-bit/96 kHz A/D- and D/A converters (113 dB dynamic range) Open
architecture for future software updates via MIDI 2 high-performance
32/40-bit floating-point SHARC digital signal processors for ultimate sonic
resolution Balanced inputs and servo-balanced outputs with XLR
connectors, stereo aux output, AES/EBU and S/PDIF inputs and outputs
(XLR and optical) Internal switch-mode power supply for maximum
flexibility (100 - 240 V~) and lowest possible power consumption
Dimensions - 1-3/4 by 19 by 8-1/2 (44.5 x 482.6 x 217 mm) (for
professional rack mounting)
Personal Review: Behringer Ultracurve Pro DEQ2496 Digital
24Bit/96 kHz EQ/RTA Mastering Processor
I have tried alot of recording gear over the past few years! First of all, I own
tons of recording gear TC Helicon, Focusrite, Lexicon surround
processors, etc. and I can find a flaw in just about anything I own, but I
must say, this unit really blew me away! I bought the unit at $250.00 and I
couldn't believe the specs on this...You get a 31 band GEQ (Graphic EQ)
which can be linked in stereo mode, a 10 band PEQ (Parametric EQ), 3
band per side DEQ (Dynamic EQ), a multi-stage compressor which
includes a limiter and expander, RTA and digital VU meters which simulate
an analog model (very slick!) I'm not going to waste alot of time discussing
things that are already in the specs or the feature set which you can find in
the online documentation. However, I must say, that this unit sounds
exceptional...Super quiet that even with the levels boosted all the way up, I
cannot hear any hiss on my recordings. I use it mainly for the agressive
compression feature, which can make things sound so pristine and clear
once passed through the compressor/limiter combo... The EQ section is
phenomenal and once you get the hang of it which may take some trial
and error to get it going, but once you figure out how to configure the
bandwith ratio, you will find it easy to get some pretty twisted EQ curves
going, such as bell curves and shelves of all sorts, boosting or cutting at
your frequencies of choice! I used this on drums and twicked the EQ a bit,
went to the compressor with the quick press of a button, chose the ratio of
compression which adjusts the knee characteristic accordingly and bam!
Sweetspot was found almost immediatelly! Saved the preset for use on
drums in the future and pressed the bypass function to tell the difference
between the original sound and the new processed sound! I was blown
away by the difference! The compressor section alone in this thing should
be worth at least $1K...It is superb! This is a must for any home recording
artist/producer. I am working on my band's album and we do agressive
style metal which requires multiple compressors for our instruments and
especially for the vocals...This unit can handle both fine and will not color
your sound or make it sound muddy...It is pristine and silky smooth! I am
buying two more, just cause at $250.00 it is a steal...Thank you Behringer
for putting out a great product and actually comitting to excellence when
you made the DEQ2496! Hats off to you...

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