Up for sale is a dbx 286s 1U rackmount microphone preamplifier and channel strip processor in Very Good condition. Kept exclusively in a clean, smoke-free home studio environment and 100% fully functional across all processing blocks.

Condition & Functional Verification:

• Processing Sections: All five onboard processing stages—Studio Mic Preamp (+48V phantom power), OverEasy Compressor, De-Esser, Enhancer (HF/LF Detail), and Expander/Gate—track cleanly with zero signal dropout or unwanted distortion.
• Pots & Switches: All front-panel stepped potentiometers and push-buttons operate smoothly with crisp engagement and zero scratchy audio artifacts.
• Cosmetics: Front faceplate is exceptionally clean with sharp, intact silkscreening. The chassis top has a minor ding near the middle front. No bent rack ears or chassis damage.
• I/O Connections: Rear-panel XLR microphone input, 1/4" TRS line input, 1/4" TRS insert jack, and 1/4" line output are firm, clean, and fully operational.

Included with Sale:

• dbx 286s 1U rackmount unit
• Standard 3-prong IEC AC power cable
• Printed user manual / quick-start documentation

Shipping & Handling Schedule:

• Orders ship out on Wednesdays and Saturdays only.
• Securely packed via insured carrier with tracking uploaded immediately upon dispatch.
• Local pickup is available in the Spokane / Liberty Lake area.