dbx 1066 Dual-Channel Compressor / Limiter / Gate

Up for sale is a dbx 1066 Stereo Compressor/Limiter/Gate. The 1066 is a 1U professional-quality dynamics processor designed for studio, live sound, and broadcast applications. Featuring dbx’s renowned VCA technology, it delivers smooth, transparent compression with exceptionally low distortion and noise. Independent Attack and Release controls, Auto mode, selectable Hard-Knee and OverEasy® compression, and an adjustable sidechain make it highly versatile for a wide range of audio applications. The PeakStopPlus™ limiter provides reliable protection against unwanted signal peaks, while the built-in gate helps eliminate unwanted noise and bleed. Additional features include selectable input/output metering, a Contour switch for smoother mix compression, and easy-to-read metering. Capable of dual-mono or stereo operation, the dbx 1066 offers professional-grade dynamics control and the legendary performance dbx is known for. Here’s the features: • Selectable auto (classic dbx®) or manual (variable Attack and Release) compression • Contour switch removes unwanted low frequency information from detector circuit • Selectable Overeasy® or Hard Knee compression modes • PeakStopPlus™ limiting for setting maximum allowable level with minimal distortion • SC Ext and SC Mon for setting up and monitoring external devices for gating function • True differentially balanced gold-plated XLR and 1/4" inputs and outputs • True RMS level detection • Precision metering of input level, output level, and gain reduction • True stereo or dual mono operation • Switchable +4dBu or -10dBV operation per channel I purchased this compressor for an IEM rig I was building and ended up not needing it. These things have been a staple in studio, live sound and broadcast audio racks for decades due to their reliability, flexibility and sound. This one has some scratches on the top (see pics) but overall is in good shape for its age.