Behringer DCX2496 questions

[noah katz]

George,

I'd be using TrueRTA with 1/24th-octave resolution.

Do I presume correctly that multiple memory settings consumes minimal resources?

Also, is it correct that there's a third analog input I can use so that I can biamp three channels?

"figuring the digital stream doesn't handle above 20kHz or below 20hz -could be wrong"

I hope that's not the case, I'm going to build subs with two each Avalanche 18, w/strong output down to 10 Hz.

Thanks

[float]

Noah,
if you can use these other toys the BFD should hold no fear; its simple to use even though the manual may be needed at first.
I've only got the old one (DSP1100?), and its a bit noisy and not totally transparent; the latest model should be much better.
If you only need 12 stereo bands of parametric it may do the job.

[noah katz]

float,

"if you can use these other toys "

So far it's still "if"; I don't have them yet.

I'm a bit short on patience and get rankled when it starts taking a lot of time.

Re the BFD, I just as much want the XO function for the LCR's I'll be building.

Thanks

[george a]

Hi Noah
Memory I believe is seperate from procsessing issues - the dcx has quite a few memories to play with to retain different settings.

Not sure about the third input - have a look at the manual , it contains descriptions of various config options.

I was very hesitant about buying this unit due to all the negative flack it receives, but in my case i am very glad I took the leap.

Cheers

[AndrewT]

Hi,
what hardware (cheap) and software do you need to control the DCX from the PC?

[johnnyx]

Andrew
For hardware you just need a serial cable to the PC serial port.
Software is a free download from Behringer's website, which is linked by George in post #6.
I haven't had a good play with mine, I'm building a new amp, hopefully it will be finished soon.

[AndrewT]

Thanx Johnnyx

[noah katz]

I took a look at the manual, triple biamp is one of the standard configurations w/preset.

[noah katz]

For getting six amp channels w/volume control affordably, how about using the 7.1 direct inputs from a used receiver w/good quality amps?