
Review Summary
Featuring intuitive PC system configuration combined with set-and forget" convenience, the QSC DSP-30 unites easy-to-use, customizable, two channel digital signal processing (DSP) with a simple preset selection interface that requires only two buttons. It can be used with all amplifiers and is housed in a 1RU, 19" rack mount steel chassis. Sampling frequency is 48 kHz with 24-bit resolution. Dynamic range is greater than 95 dB. Rugged and dependable in the spirit of all QSC professional audio products, the DSP-30 is well suited to a variety of applications including mobile DJ, club PA and pro touring.
Powerful
The DSP-30's powerful processor enables a wide range of signal processing functions. Whether you need speaker crossovers, EQ, signal delay or infrasonic filters, the DSP-30 is as flexible as your system's needs. Each channel includes crossover filtering, compression and limiting, multiple parametric EQs, precision attenuation, shelf filtering, mixing, multiple delays (up to 910 ms), tone and noise generation.
Configurable
The DSP-30's processing horsepower is dynamically assignable, so you are not limited by a fixed signal chain. Simply use QSC's powerful PC based Signal Manager software to easily configure multiple processing functions and signal flow with drag-and-drop" tools. The DSP-30 provides eight fully configurable user presets, selectable from front panel switches.
Cost-Effective
The power and flexibility of the DSP-30 eliminates the need for individual outboard signal processors reducing cost, space and installation time for almost any application. Housed in a 1RU, 19-inch rack-mount steel chassis, it can be used with all audio systems.
Signal Processing Functions
Multiple Parametric Filters (Assignable Anywhere in the Signal Chain)
• Variable Frequency
• Variable Gain
• Variable Q
• Show Response
Multiple Delays (Assignable Anywhere in the Signal Chain)
• 20.83 Musec incremental
• 910 msec maximum (total of all delays)
Compressor (Assignable Anywhere in the Signal Chain)
• Gain
• Threshold
• Ratio
• Attack Time
• Release Time
• Show Response
• Bypass
Output Peak Limiter (Assignable Anywhere in the Signal Chain)
• Gain
• Threshold
• Attack
• Release Time
• Show Response
• Bypass
High and Low-Pass Crossover Filters (Assignable Anywhere in the Signal Chain)
• Butterworth 6, 12, 18, 24 dB per octave slope
• Bessel 6, 12, 18, 24 dB per octave slope
• Linkwitz-Riley 12 and 24 dB per octave slope
High and Low-Pass Shelf Filters, (Assignable Anywhere in the Signal Chain)
• Variable Corner Frequency
• Variable Gain
• Variable Q
• Show Response
Hardware
• Two independent channels of DSP
• 48 kHz, 24-bit converters
• No turn on pops or "zipper" noise
• If the memory or hardware fails, unit turns on muted to prevent driver damage
• Easy PC connection with front panel RS-232
• Balanced Neutrik Combo (XLR and 1/4") inputs and XLR outputs
• Power and signal present LEDs with signal level
• Numeric display indicates current preset
• Eight fully configurable user presets
• Preset Browse and Accept buttons with lock-out feature
• Selectable input sensitivity: 1.5, 4, 9, 18 Vrms; 6, 14.5, 21.5, 27.5, 3.5, 12, 19, 25 dBV
Software
• Drag-and-drop" configuration software
• Drag-and-drop configuration software:
• Hard copy printout of configuration layout or parameter settings:
• DSP processing power and memory is dynamically assigned to signal processing functions - eliminating the limitations imposed by fixed signal chain designs:
• Graphical representation of DSP resources
• Firmware upgrades via RS-232
Additional Features
• Signal Mute
• Attenuation 0.1 dB steps
• Mix Post Crossover Audio (2 to 1 Mixer)
• Signal Splitter
• Built-in Noise Generator (Pink & White)
• Built-in Variable Frequency Tone Generator
• Signal Polarity Reversa
• Frequency Response
• Clip and Protect Indication of the amplifier's output
• RMS and Peak Metering with Clip Indication
• Add or delete up to 7 additional bands of EQ" per filter block
• Visual editing of composite filter response, using cursor controls in graphical display
• Individual or group bypass of EQ bands per filter block
• Predictive Delay Feature - produces less signal distortion than analog compressor/limiters - especially for fast attack times