Video About the DBX Driverack PA

[F15SPEED4EVER]

Hey how r u doing? I just got the DBX Driverack 260 and I would like some help with setting the compressor/limiter......Can u please recomend a good setting for me or make a video please....Thank you!!

[flashanddancedj]

@F15SPEED4EVER In the next few days I will make one for you... I need a few more details Such as Power Amp Brands and Models with power ratings, Mid/Hi Speakers Brand and Models, Sub or Low Speakers Brand and models... Once I have that I can go into depth for your specific setup... I will do a generic for how mine is setup cause I have made a few changes myself....

[F15SPEED4EVER]

@flashanddancedj Thanks alot man ur a savior....Sorry for putting u all that trouble.....For speakers I have just one of each lol....1 Top=JBL SRX725 1 Sub=JBL SRX728S......They r both powered by 2 QSC PLX2 3602 amps.....at 4 ohms they put out 3600 watts in bridge-mono....If u need more info let me know.....and thank u so much....Ur the first person to reply and willing to help me lol....Thanks for your time!!

[flashanddancedj]

@F15SPEED4EVER No troubles man!!!! I am not sure if you have the software for a computer or not, I would get that 1st then setup the following... CH1 Left High, Ch 2 Right High, Ch 3 Mono Sub. Then In config make sure that each Ch is set with the right settings of the 725s and the same with the 728S. Also make sure you set your Comp on/ Over Easy either 2 or 3/ Threshold 10/ Ratio 2:1/ Gain o dB - Limiter On/ Over Easy on/ 3 or 4/ Threshold between -10 and 10.... Try that and let me know...

[F15SPEED4EVER]

@flashanddancedj Thanks alot bro.....Will try it tomorrow, if I do it now I might wake up the whole house lmao....I will let u know how it goes.....I still have to buy a RTA mic to do the EQ and then Iam done.....It already sounds amazing with the driverack : )....cant wait....Thank u again!Another thing.....Where should the attack and decay time be set?

[F15SPEED4EVER]

@flashanddancedj My system sounds great now....Thank you bro : )

I will post a video lol

[Burgessaudio]

Just use your ears and know how to create settings. Every room is different. Presets are silly.

[flashanddancedj]

@Burgessaudio Presets are not silly... I would love to see you walk into the rooms I play (Other than a handfull) I am always making changings including using the RTA that is Built in to get Rid of Feedback and dead spots....

[Burgessaudio]

@flashanddancedj the built in RTA function does indeed get rid of feedback, but the cuts are just too deep for vocals and other mid range instruments to project properly. The ultimate balance in live sound is getting all instruments in their place in the mix while reducing feedback. I tune rooms using ears, feel, and RTA mics using the computer program SMAART for a living man.

Don't get me wrong, speaker/amp presets are the right thing to do but the other presets should be manually manipulated.

[flashanddancedj]

@Burgessaudio I agree with you cause if I feel like the driverack did too much damage I will break out SMAART myself.... I do sound for bands as well and believe it or not I have gotten compliments on my current system which is 2 X Mackie SRM450's and 2 X Peavey PV118's ...

[jakros100]

How do i increase the volume for the top range power speakers using the dbx PA?

[flashanddancedj]

@jakros100 You need to increase your dB by at least 10 to get 1 more watt of actually power...

[hazrerma]

refering to above 260 and pa+ , please send me pm me. . . .tq

[djpetedaheat]

I contacted the people over at DBX and they instructed me on sending in my unit for a free tuning update. I tried tweaking it to online specs but was annoyed by all the parameter changes and fine tuning crap! I boxed it back in the orig package and sent it to DBX for the update. It's free and I should have it back in less than 10 days. Thanks for the info tho.

[flashanddancedj]

@djpetedaheat I did the same thing not that long ago... I got a ton of presets that i needed......

[djpetedaheat]

DBX Driverack is a great unit but it does not allow the user to update it's firmware at home, you must send it directly to DBX in order for the update. I have the unit sincee it was first released and some JBL speaker models are not included in the settings.

[flashanddancedj]

@djpetedaheat The newer models are almost the same as the old ones. I have found using the specs online to match up cabs is the best way. I have wanted to update mine but found it was not really a necessity....

[gsandoval123]

Is the driverack 260i much better than the driverack pa+ ? which one will you choose and why ?

[flashanddancedj]

@gsandoval123 Depends on what you are doing. If you are doing basic djing and sound stuff that would be fine. If you needing to tell the drive rack to do multiple things then the 260i would be the way to go..... If you have more questions pm me....

[djrc51]

can any drive rack be used with non powered speakers

[flashanddancedj]

Yes, as long as you know how to set it up properly. You need to know the Frequency response of all your cabnets and amps info as well. If you need help send me a message... i'll do my best to help you sort it out.....

[dirtylook420]

not as simple as it claims

[flashanddancedj]

Actually it is with a little patience and some guidance. The guys at RIcks Music World here in MA got me setup in no time at all. Even explained every little step. My next thing is to get the 260I so i can run everything off my laptop....

[DecibellSweden]

A real piece of art.. But the big brother 260i is even better..!

DBX really made a simple DSP.. Just hook it up and make programs with the software!