{"product_id":"dbx-160-vu-single-7683-vintage","title":"DBX 160 VU Single #7683 (Vintage)","description":"The classic \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003edbx 160 VU\u003c\/span\u003e is an  \nextremely versatile unit that many engineers feel to be one of the best  \nbass, kick-drum and snare compressors on the planet. Just the right  \nattack\/release. Tap the kick or snare before going to ProTools to get  \nthat tape compression feel. \u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \nThe dbx 160 is a Voltage Controlled Amplifier compressor that uses a  \ntransformer-less, solid-state design that has endured for decades. The  \nprogram-dependent compression, combined with multiple gain stage  \ncomponents, creates a sound that is uniquely its own.\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \nThe controls are simple: Threshold (with lights indicating above and  \nbelow threshold value); Compression ratio from 1:1 to Infinity:1; Output \n Gain from -20 to +20 db attenuation; and three meter settings for  \ninput, output, and gain change. \u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \nPremium VK serviced-recapped, with 1 year warranty.\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eServicing of the dbx 160 VU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \nThe dbx 160 VU compressor is a perennial favorite among recording  \nengineers for its classic soft knee\/smooth compression sound and ease of \n operation. First introduced in 1976, many of these units are still  \naround, but due to their age they usually need some work done to make  \nthem sound their best. At Vintage King, our technicians are expert at  \nthe repair and restoration of these compressors. Unlike a unit that you  \nmight be tempted to buy from an auction site, our 160 VU’s have been  \nthoroughly cleaned, repaired and tested by a professional technician.\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eA typical dbx 160 VU goes through the following stages before it is shipped to our customers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-test, to check for any obvious problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning and tightening of all switches and Molex pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning of all potentiometers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning all exterior panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing all electrolytic and tantalum capacitors (“re-capping”)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing any broken solder joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltrasonic cleaning of all removable knobs and switches \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll VU meter bulbs replaced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTroubleshooting with an initial post-testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAligning and testing the unit according to dbx-specified procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibrating all gain reduction, output levels, and metering \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal testing for harmonic distortion, noise floor and frequency response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIf required, the following procedures are also performed on the dbx 160:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing the original brown lamp cord with a new power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-painting the black metal sides and rack ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving faceplate for cleaning, stripping and re-applying a clear coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing the metallic knob and switch covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing or replacing any faulty parts or connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \nEach dbx 160 requires approximately four hours of tech work, at a  \nminimum, in order for it to be restored and repaired to the Vintage King \n standard. Occasionally some pieces require even more extensive  \nrestoration work. Rest assured that when you purchase one of these  \ncompressors from VK, you will receive a piece of gear that has been  \nthoroughly serviced to look and sound its best. And each piece of used  \ngear we service comes with our worry-free warranty, which covers most  \nmicrophones and digital gear for six months, and most analog gear for 1  \nyear. Click the warranty link above for more details.","brand":"DBX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44449486209127,"sku":"29074","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/used_dbx_160_front_2bb7abe9-b9c7-4263-b96f-589c977301ec.jpg?v=1787089142","url":"https:\/\/vintageking.mom\/products\/dbx-160-vu-single-7683-vintage","provider":"Vintage King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}