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product_id: 142075981
title: "dbx 286s Microphone Pre-amp Processor"
brand: "dbx"
price: "€ 460.83"
currency: EUR
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/142075981-dbx-286s-microphone-pre-amp-processor
store_origin: SK
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# Patented OverEasy Compressor Studio-grade mic preamp Frequency-tunable De-Esser dbx 286s Microphone Pre-amp Processor

**Brand:** dbx
**Price:** € 460.83
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎛️ Elevate your sound game — studio polish, zero hassle.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** dbx 286s Microphone Pre-amp Processor by dbx
- **How much does it cost?** € 460.83 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/142075981-dbx-286s-microphone-pre-amp-processor)

## Best For

- dbx enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dbx brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Adaptive Noise Management:** Program adaptive expander/gate reduces background noise and headphone bleed with precise threshold and ratio controls.
- • **Enhanced Sonic Definition:** Dual-band Enhancer adds sparkle and depth, cleaning muddy lows while boosting vocal and bass presence.
- • **Effortless Dynamic Control:** Patented OverEasy Compressor smooths out uneven tracks transparently, delivering polished, radio-ready sound.
- • **Pro-Grade Clarity in One Box:** Experience pristine mic preamp quality with wide input gain and phantom power for flawless vocal and instrument capture.
- • **Sibilance & Distortion Eliminated:** Frequency-tunable De-Esser targets harsh sibilance and cymbal distortion for crystal-clear highs.

## Overview

The dbx 286s is a professional microphone preamp and channel strip processor combining a high-quality mic preamp, patented OverEasy Compressor, frequency-tunable De-Esser, dual-band Enhancer, and adaptive expander/gate. Designed for clean, polished audio capture, it features balanced XLR and TRS inputs, phantom power, and versatile signal routing, making it an all-in-one solution for vocal and instrument processing in studio or live settings.

## Description

The dbx Mic Preamp and Five processors can be used independently or in any combination. Why mic up vocals and instruments through a noisy, blurry mixer?. The dbx 286s's sonically pristine Mic Preamp has all the features you need including wide-ranging input gain control, switchable 48V phantom power and an 80Hz high-pass filter. Use the 286s's newly designed and patented OverEasy Compressor to transparently smooth out uneven acoustic tracks or deliver that classic "in your face" rock vocal. Take out vocal sibilance and high frequency distortion in cymbals with the 286s's frequency tunable De-Esser. Fine-tune the Enhancer's HF Detail control to add sparkle and crispness to tracks. LF Detail control adds fullness and depth to vocals and bass instruments while simultaneously cleaning up muddy low midrange frequencies. The Expander/Gate's separate threshold and ratio controls allow you to subtly reduce headphone leakage or radically gate noisy guitar amps.The dbx 286s's full complement of metering and status LEDs visually guide you to achieving the right sound. The floating balanced XLR mic input accepts balanced or unbalanced inputs. An additional 1/4" TRS phone jack can accept balanced/ unbalanced line signals to process live electronic instruments or pre-recorded tracks at mixdown. An insert jack between the 286s's Mic Preamp and signal processing sections can be used to "loop out" to external processors (such as EQ) or to mix the Mic Preamp's signal out to an external destination. The cost and hassle of patching together multiple processors for use on one track can be frustrating. The dbx 286s gives you all the tools you'll need in one box, with the shortest signal path to help keep your music sounding clean.

Review: Excellent product … does whatever is promised 👍👍 - The only minus point of this rack is that it doesn’t have a power switch
Review: DBX - Name says it all - Love this product. Best analog sounding and still worth using in a digital world.

## Features

- Studio quality mic preamp/channel strip processor
- Classic dbx Compression puts great sound within easy reach
- Frequency tunable De-Esser reduces sibilance and high frequency distortion
- Enhancer increases the detail and definition of the high and low frequencies
- Program adaptive expander/gate

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Product Dimensions | 48.26 x 14.61 x 4.45 cm; 2.3 kg |
| Item model number | DBX286SV |
| Connector | XLR, TRS |
| Hardware Interface | 1/4-inch Audio |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Voltage | 0.4 Volts |
| Item Weight | 2 kg 300 g |
| Manufacturer | Harman International Industries, Inc |
| Country of Origin | China |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** DBX
- **Style:** Distortion
- **Product Dimensions:** 14.5L x 48.3W x 4.5H Centimeters
- **Item Weight:** 2.3 Kilograms
- **Voltage:** 0.4 Volts

## Images

![dbx 286s Microphone Pre-amp Processor - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61GdC7ylERL.jpg)
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## Questions & Answers

**Q: The voltage mentioned in image is 110 and v. is it ok for use in india at 220 v?**
A: Yes. There are many users in India using this product without any hassle.

**Q: Made in which country?**
A: china

**Q: Does it comes with power cord?**
A: Yes it comes with a power cable.

**Q: Is it suitable for indian 220v ac? picture only shows 110 v**
A: Yes it works for india as well

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent product … does whatever is promised 👍👍
*by K***A on 10 December 2022*

The only minus point of this rack is that it doesn’t have a power switch

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ DBX - Name says it all
*by J***J on 25 July 2023*

Love this product. Best analog sounding and still worth using in a digital world.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good
*by A***. on 4 October 2020*

perfect for your home studio.

## Frequently Bought Together

- dbx, 1 286s Microphone Preamp & Channel Strip Processor, Silver, 1U (DBX286SV)
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- Cable Matters 2-Pack Premium XLR to XLR Cables - 6ft, Male to Female Microphone Cable, Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) Mic Cord, Black

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*Last updated: 2026-02-21*