BAE 10DC Compressor/Limiter Without Power Supply

Description

BAE Audio introduces the model 10DC compressor/limiter to compliment their line of Class A series outboard gear. The 10DC features a transformer coupled, all-discrete circuitry which is sonically familiar to the BAE Audio Class A line of gear, like the 1073, for the classic analog sound favorable in today´s digital recording. Stepped switches for every control, a reverse analog meter, and the trademark Marconi knobs makes seeing what you´re doing easy and repeatable. Independent circuitry for compressor and limiter - use one, or both, for greater control.

The 10DC also implements a true bypass and is stereo linkable.

The 10DC is nicely housed in a steel chassis using the same remote supply as other BAE Audio units.

Features

• Discrete Class A transformer-coupled circuit throughout
• Fully independent Compressor and Limiter for separate audio dynamics control
• Intuitive layout with illuminated meter showing gain reduction
• High quality stepped Elma switches for dialing accuracy and repeatability
• True bypass even when the unit is off
• Same remote power supply as used on other 24VDC BAE units. One power supply can run two units

Specs

Frequency Response

• 5Hz to 45kHz -1dB Measured at +8dBu

Noise

• -80dBu with 200ohms source

Maximum Output Level

• +33dBu into 10k ohm
• +27dBU into 600 ohm

Distortion

• Varies from 0.03% to greater than 1%

Compressor

• Threshold:
• -20dBu to +16dBu with 2dB steps
• Ratio:
• 1.5:1 to 10:1 with 6 position switch
• Attack:
• 2mS to 80mS with 6 position switch
• Recovery:
• 100, 200, 400, 800mS
• Auto 1 100mS isolated peaks, 2 Sec prolonged levels
• Auto 2 50mS isolated peaks, 5 Sec prolonged levels

Limiter

• Threshold
• +4dBu to +15dBu with 0.5 dB steps
• Attack:
• Slow 4mS, Fast 2mS
• Recovery:
• 100, 200, 400, 800mS
• Auto 1 100mS isolated peaks, 2 Sec prolonged levels
• Auto 2 50mS isolated peaks, 5 Sec prolonged levels
• Gain Make-up:
• 0 to +20dBu in 1 dB steps

Output Impedance

• 100 ohm Balanced earth free