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Alesis Introduces New 400 Series Processors
January 20, 2001
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Alesis debuts the first two entries in its new 400 Series signal processing line at Winter NAMM. The new line features a striking new industrial design and unique "dual-stereo" processing to provide highly flexible and very powerful sound shaping capabilities for the audio professional. Rather than relying on complex menus and complicated interfaces, each 400 series product is designed to perform a dedicated function extremely well, using the highest quality components and familiar, analog-style controls. Additionally, the 400 Series features four-channel "dual-stereo" processing to give users more channels of processing at very affordable prices. The CLX-440 compressor/limiter/expander and the PEQ-450 parametric equalizer each have a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $399. CLX-440 is a professional, full-featured compressor/limiter/expander that combines separate compression and expansion sections for each stereo channel, with "look-ahead" capability, side-chain and "key" functions, continuously-variable soft/hard knee and peak/RMS controls. Two sets of front-panel meters provide confirmation of input, output, compression and expansion activity. Alesis has developed special algorithms to provide a broad range of dynamics options-from gentle to aggressive-to meet the requirements of live sound and studio production. CLX-440 also features a side chain I/O that allows the user to insert an external equalizer, such as the PEQ-450, into the dynamic side chain for specialized functions such as EQ dependent limiting and "de-essing". A special "look-ahead" function allows dynamic processing to start before the signal is present, by delaying the audio path by approximately one millisecond. The PEQ-450 is a dual-stereo 5-band, fully parametric equalizer with 20Hz to 20kHz EQ control, +/- 18dB boost/cut controls, continuously-variable Q, high and low shelving, high- and low-pass filters and input/output metering. The PEQ-450 is the first pro quality parametric equalizer to break the sub-thousand-dollar price point. It includes qualities offered in more expensive parametric equalizers such as high quality pots and switches, separate frequency gain and Q controls for each band, plus high-pass and low-pass filters. The unique "chain" mode allows all 10 bands of EQ to be used in tandem to process two stereo signals simultaneously. An internal power supply and balanced 1/4" TRS input and output jacks complement the impressive features of both two-rack products. Hidden beneath the aluminum-extruded chassis of these units, is a tremendous amount of processing horsepower and a unique routing scheme that gives the 400 Series even more flexibility and power for the user. Unlike standard two-channel processing products which traditionally "link" both channels for a simulated stereo operation, the CLX-440 allows two true stereo programs to be processed simultaneously, and the PEQ-450 allows dual-stereo 5-band or "chained" 10-band dual-stereo operation. The dual-stereo capability is very useful in studio and live sound applications where multiple channels of audio need to be processed simultaneously. "This ingenious use of Alesis Semiconductor technology allows us to provide unprecedented performance at a break-through price point," relates Peter Chaikin, Director of Product Marketing. "Utilizing a familiar interface, the operation of these products is quite straightforward, but the dual-stereo aspect gives them an extraordinary level of functionality." With superb sonic performance, unprecedented level of control, and four channels of processing, the 400 Series is targeted for use in studio, live-sound, installation and broadcast applications. The CLX-440 and PEQ-450 will ship in the spring, each with a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $399. For more information, visit their web site at http://www.alesis.com/.
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