The dbx 1215 Series were designed to meet the needs of the most demanding sound reinforcement environments, while offering the simplicity of straightforward controls. The 1215 provides standard features like dual channels, 15 2/3 octave bands, ISO frequency centers, +/-12 dB input gain range, and switchable 40Hz/18 dB per octave low-cut filters, but also includes other thoughtful features. These include 45 mm faders; selectable +/-6dB or +/-15dB boost/cut range for precise gain adjustments; XLR, barrier strip, and 1/4” TRS connectors for installation ease; balanced inputs and outputs for quiet operation; and chassis/signal ground lift capabilities for quick hum isolation. The visionary design of the dbx 12 Series makes your job easier.
dbx 1215 Dual Channel 15-Band Graphic Equalizer Features:
- Switchable boost/cut ranges of ±6 or ±15 dB
- Electronically balanced/unbalanced inputs
- Servo balanced/unbalanced inputs
- RF filtered inputs and outputs
- XLR, Barrier Strip, and 1/4″ TRS connectors
- -12dB/+12dB input gain range
- 18dB/octave 40Hz Bessel low-cut filter
- Chassis/signal ground lift capability
- Internal power supply transformer
- Power-off hardwire relay bypass with 2-second power-up delay
dbx 1215 Dual Channel 15-Band Graphic Equalizer Specifications:
Inputs
- Connectors: 1/4″ TRS, female XLR (pin 2 hot), and barrier terminal strip
- Type: Electronically balanced/unbalanced, RF filtered
- Impedance: Balanced 40kΩ, unbalanced 20kΩ
- Max Input Level: >+21dBu balanced or unbalanced
- CMRR: >40dB, typically >55dB at 1kHz
Outputs
- Connectors: 1/4″ TRS, male XLR (pin 2 hot), and barrier terminal strip
- Type: Impedancebalanced/ unbalanced, RF filtered
- Impedance: Balanced 200Ω, unbalanced 100Ω
- Max Output Level: >+21dBu balanced/unbalanced into 2kΩ or greater >+18dBm balanced/unbalanced (into 600Ω)
System Performance
- Bandwidth: 20Hz to 20kHz, +0.5/-1dB
- Frequency Response: <10Hz to >50kHz, +0.5/-3dB
- Dynamic Range: 109db 115db
- Signal-to-Noise: 90db 97db
- THD+Noise: <0.005%
- Interchannel Crosstalk: <-80dB, 20Hz to 20kHz
Function Switches
- EQ Bypass: Bypasses the graphic equalizer section in the signal path
- Low Cut (recessed): Activates the 40Hz 18dB/octave Bessel highpass filter
- Range (recessed): Selects either +/- 6dB or +/- 15dB slider boost/cut range
Indicators
- Output Level: 4-LED bar graph (Green, Green, Yellow, Red) at -10, 0, +10, and +18dBu
- EQ Bypass: 1 LED: red
- Clip: 1 LED: red
- Low Cut: 1 LED: red
- +/-6dB: 1 LED: yellow
- +/-15dB: 1 LED: red
Power Supply
- Operating Voltage: 100VAC 50/60Hz, 120VAC 60Hz, 230VAC 50/60Hz
- Power Consumption: 1215 24W; 1231 24W
- Mains Connection: IEC receptacle
Physical
- Dimensions: 1215: 3.5″ H X 19″ W X 7.9″ D
- Weight: 1215: 8.5 lbs.
- Shipping Weight: 1215: 9.5 lbs.
What’s Included
- Equalizer unit matching serial number marked on package
- AC power cord
- Operation Manual
- Registration Card
- Four rack mount screws and washers