Marani DPA480 4 Input and 8 Output XLR Speaker Management System with Matrix Mixer, 20Hz-20kHz Frequency Response

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Marani DPA480 4 Input & 8 Output XLR Speaker Management System with Matrix Mixer
Marani DPA480 4 Input & 8 Output XLR Speaker Management System with Matrix Mixer
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Marani DPA480 Specifications

  • Analog Input

    4 x XLR electronically balanced

  • Analog Output

    8 x XLR electronically balanced

  • Digital Input

    2 SPDIF; Gain 0dBu

  • Minimum Load

    150 Ohms

  • THD+N

    0.001% at 1kHz 0dBu

  • S/N

    >110dBA

  • Frequency Response

    20Hz - 20kHz; -0.5dBu at 20Hz and 20kHz

  • AD & DA Converters

    1x AK5388 24bit, 3x AK4396 24bit

  • DSP Engine

    Dream SAM3716, 24bit (data) x 96 bit (coeff.)

  • DSP Resolution

    24x32 bit for filtering process 96 bits resolution on intermediate computation results

  • Parametric Equalization

    5 filters per input selected as Bell or Shelving
    7 filters per output selected as Bell or Shelving

  • Filter Type

    Bell, 1st /2nd Order Shelvings with -3dB at cutting Freq.; Symmetrical Shelving with variable Q; Low/High-Pass with variable Q, 1st /2nd Order; All-Pass (90 deg. /180 deg. Phase rotation at the cutting freq.), Band-Pass and Notch.

  • Filter Gain

    From -15dBu up to +15dBu by 0.5dBu resolution steps

  • Center Frequency

    Selectable with a 1/24th of octave resolution step from 20Hz up to 20kHz

  • Filter Q/BW

    Q from 0.5 up to 3 by 0.05 resolution steps

  • Crossover Section HPF/LPF

    Butterworth 6/12/18/24dB per octave
    Bessel, Linkwitz-Riley and custom 12/18/24/48dB per octave
    Filter resolution 1/24th of octave

  • RMS Compressor and Peak Limiter

    Threshold from 20dBu up to -10dBu
    Attack time from 5ms up to 200ms (1ms resolution up to 20ms, 10ms resolution up to
    100ms and 20ms resolution up to 200ms)
    Release time from 0.1 sec up to 3 sec (0.1sec resolution)
    Ratio from 1:1 to 32:1 (Compressor only)
    Adjustable Soft or Hard Knee (Compressor only)

  • Delay

    848,998 ms 21us increment/decrement steps per channel

  • Device Presets

    8 User Presets + 8 Memory Card

  • Front Panel

    2x24 character LCD display with green LED backlight
    7-LED meter per input channel -20dBu to +15dBu, clip
    7-LED meter per output channel -15dBu to +15dBu, clip or limiter mode
    Blue LED (Edit) and Red LED (Mute) per channel
    NAV/PM1 Rotary encoder push button switch
    PM2, PM3, ENTER, ESC, UTILITY push button switches
    EDIT/MUTE push button per channel
    USB type B connector

  • Rear Panel

    4 x XLR female connector (Input)
    8 x XLR male connector (Output)
    1 x RCA connector (SPDIF input)
    1 x RJ45 for Ethernet connection (10/100 TCP-IP)
    2 x Ground-lift toggle switchs (MAIN and USB-TCP/IP)
    IEC C13 16A connector; Power on/off switch

  • Main AC

    90-240VAC (50/60Hz) - 40W

  • Dimensions

    19 x 1.75 x 9" (482.6 x 44.45 x 228.6mm) 1RU

  • Weight

    7.71 lbs (3.49Kg)

About Marani DPA480 4 Input and 8 Output XLR Speaker Management System with Matrix Mixer, 20Hz-20kHz Frequency Response

Let the Marani DPA480 4 Input and 8 Output XLR Speaker Management System with Matrix Mixer elevate your audio experience. This versatile system is expertly designed for both live performances and fixed installations, offering a comprehensive suite of processing and control features.

The DPA480 is equipped with 4 analog inputs, 8 analog outputs, and 2 digital S/PDIF inputs, all managed by a top-grade DSP Engine. The system also boasts high-performance 24-bit AD/DA converters, ensuring outstanding sonic performance.

Each input channel of the DPA480 offers a 5-band parametric equalizer, noise gate function, gain control, and configurable delay. The system also includes a Pink/White noise internal generator, a useful tool for tuning sound reinforcement systems during installation.

The output channels are equally impressive, offering up to 7 bands of parametric equalization. The crossover filters provide slopes ranging from 6dB/Octave up to 48dB/Octave. Each output path features an RMS compressor, Peak Limiter, and configurable delay, providing you with complete control over your sound.

The DPA480's full matrix mixing mode allows inputs to be routed/mixed in any ratio to any output. For remote configuration and control, the system can be connected via Ethernet, USB, or RS485. The remote PC software enables simultaneous control of up to 32 units, setting all parameters and displaying real-time levels.

The front panel of the DPA480 features an interactive LCD display for local access and configuration, 7-LED level meter indicators per channel, and a Memory Card reader/writer for preset storage. The system also includes a security lockout feature for added protection.

Experience the superior sound quality and control of the Marani DPA480 4 Input and 8 Output XLR Speaker Management System with Matrix Mixer.

Marani DPA480 4 Input and 8 Output XLR Speaker Management System with Matrix Mixer, 20Hz-20kHz Frequency Response Features

  • Advanced 4x8 XLR Matrix Mixer for live and installation audio management
  • High-fidelity audio with 24-bit AD/DA converters and 48kHz sample rate
  • Comprehensive DSP Engine with 5-band EQ on inputs and 7-band EQ on outputs
  • Full matrix mixing capabilities for flexible input to output routing
  • Extensive dynamic range control with RMS compressor and Peak Limiter
  • Remote system control via Ethernet, USB, or RS485 with PC software support

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