dbx Introduces Flagship DriveRack 4800 System Processor96 kHz processing engine, host of processing features, Harman's proprietary HiQnet Ethernet control, full color display and optional CobraNet card
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January 26, 2005
dbx Professional Products introduced the new DriveRack 4800 System Processor at Winter NAMM. The dbx DriveRack 4800 provides versatility and control for live performance applications and is the next generation of the DriveRack processors.
Featuring all the familiar processing functions and a host of new algorithms, including dbx's Advanced Feedback Suppression (AFS), the DriveRack 4800 is designed to provide the front-of-house (FOH) engineer, monitor engineer and systems design contractor with the necessary control tools for any live sound reinforcement situation.
The unit's 96 kHz processing engine and standard digital I/O further extends frequency response and reduces latency, while an optional CobraNet card enhances the versatility. Utilizing 4 analog and AES/EBU inputs, with 8 analog and AES/EBU outputs, the DriveRack 4800 also features Harman Professional's latest HiQnet protocol. The HiQnet control backbone can be used to monitor and control signal routing as well as the processing of multiple DriveRack 4800 units from various locations all using standard Ethernet equipment including routers and wireless access points.
HiQnet control extends to the new Harman Professional System Architect GUI, which provides user assignable signal routing and control groups as well as customized control panels so a system can be made as sophisticated or as simple as desired. Additionally, the Harman Professional System Architect GUI supplies complete manipulation capability of not just the DriveRack 4800 but also any other HiQnet-enabled Harman Professional products, such as Crown I-Tech amplifiers, JBL DrivePack loaded speakers, AKG WMS 4000 wireless microphones and the Studer Vista 8 mixing console.
The dbx DriveRack 4800 is available at an estimated street price of $3749.95.
For more information, visit their web site at www.dbxpro.com. | 
