Koczargi Stare, Poland
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dbx 160A mono compressor/limiter — the classic VCA punch box — fitted with the optional Jensen output transformer.The Jensen modThe 160A ships from the factory with an electronically balanced, transformerless output, but the PCB has dedicated pads for the optional 1:1 output transformer that dbx itself recommends in the manual. This unit has a genuine Jensen JT-123-DBX (Made in USA, lot 170906) soldered into those pads — clean, correct install, no cut traces, no hacks.What it does: puts iron in the output stage. A touch of warmth and density, a slightly softer top end, and true galvanic isolation on the XLR output (kills ground loops). Exactly what you want when the stock 160A feels too clinical — especially on kick, snare, bass and vocals.Fully reversible: the transformer can be desoldered and the unit returned to stock at any time.The unit- Model 160A, EU version (220–240 V, 15 W), built October 2007, Harman-era production (made in China)- Threshold, Compression Ratio 1:1 to ∞:1, Output Gain, OverEasy / hard-knee, Bypass- Balanced XLR and 1/4" in/out, unbalanced 1/4" out, ground lift, detector (sidechain) input, stereo strapping for linking two units- Full LED metering: input/output level and gain reductionCondition - very goodFully tested and working as it should — quiet, all switches, pots and LEDs functional. Cosmetically good for its age: a few light scratches on the top cover (see photos), front panel clean, all original knobs. From a smoke-free studio. IEC power cable included.Ships from Poland (EU), double-boxed. Local pickup in Warsaw welcome.
Original Pricezł2,224.44
25% price drop
New Pricezł1,679.68
+ zł27.24 Shipping
