Tired of uneven vocal levels, untamed drums, or unwanted background noise? Meet your new secret weapon: the DBX 166XL. Whether you are dialing in a live mix at the local venue or fine-tuning tracks in your home studio, the 166XL delivers the legendary, studio-grade dynamic control you need. Why Choose the DBX 166XL? "Goof-Proof" Operation: Instantly smooth out uneven volume levels, add punch to your kick drums, or add rich sustain to guitars. The 166XL makes professional sound effortlessly accessible for both beginners and seasoned pros. Advanced Gate Timing: Equipped with ultra-smooth release characteristics and program-adaptive expander/gates to completely silence background noise and hum. Classic DBX Auto Mode: Take the guesswork out of your compression. Engage the classic Auto Attack and Release function, which automatically adjusts to the music playing. Flawless Stereo Imaging: In Stereo Couple mode, Channel 1 acts as the master, ensuring a perfectly locked stereo image with True RMS Power Summing. Flexible Connectivity: Features both balanced 1/4" TRS and XLR inputs and outputs, plus a sidechain insert for creative external processing. What’s In Your Toolkit: Legendary OverEasy and hard-knee compression curves. Separate precision LED displays for gain reduction, compression, and gate thresholds. Variable Ratio, Attack, and Release controls for maximum versatility. Don't let rogue dynamics ruin your mix. Elevate the clarity, punch, and professionalism of your sound today. Will be carefully packed and shipped