DBX DriveRack 260 2x6 Loudspeaker Management System - DBX260V

Product Overview

The DBX DriveRack 260 is a 2x6 loudspeaker management system designed for professional sound reinforcement applications that require comprehensive signal processing between the mixer and power amplifiers. As a rack-mount speaker processor with integrated auto-EQ, the DriveRack 260 provides crossover filtering, limiting, alignment delay, and advanced feedback suppression in a single 2U chassis. System integrators and touring engineers use the 2x6 DriveRack loudspeaker management system for its RS-232 control capability, wall panel support, and 28-band graphic EQ, which together enable both front-of-house adjustment and remote system management. Available at Creation Networks.

Product Description

The DBX DriveRack 260 provides the complete signal processing chain needed between a mixing console and a multi-amplifier loudspeaker system. Its 2-input, 6-output architecture supports stereo bi-amp, tri-amp, or quad-amp configurations, and the crossover section offers Butterworth, Bessel, and Linkwitz-Riley filter slopes from 6 to 48 dB per octave. Each output channel includes parametric EQ, time alignment delay up to 651 ms, and professional limiting with PeakStopPlus. The onboard 28-band graphic equalizer per input channel allows detailed room correction using pink noise and the built-in RTA. The Advanced Feedback Suppression system automatically identifies and notches feedback frequencies, a critical capability for installed venues with fixed microphone positions. Auto-EQ with the JBL RTA microphone automates the room correction process for rapid system deployment. RS-232 serial control enables integration with AMX, Crestron, and other control systems, while optional wall panels allow non-technical staff to access preset recall and basic level adjustments without front-panel access. The DriveRack 260 includes a comprehensive Setup Wizard that guides users through system configuration, loudspeaker preset selection, crossover point assignment, and limiting setup. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 110 dB at unity gain, making it appropriate for the most demanding installed and touring applications.

Key Features

• 2x6 Signal Architecture - Two inputs and six independently processed outputs support stereo bi-amp through quad-amp loudspeaker configurations.
• Crossover Filtering - Butterworth, Bessel, and Linkwitz-Riley filter types with slopes from 6 to 48 dB/octave for precise driver band separation.
• 28-Band Graphic EQ per Input - Full 1/3-octave graphic equalization on each input channel for detailed room correction and system voicing.
• Advanced Feedback Suppression (AFS) - Automatic real-time notch filter placement at feedback frequencies to protect the signal chain.
• Auto-EQ with RTA - Automated room equalization using pink noise and a connected RTA microphone for fast system deployment.
• PeakStopPlus Limiting - Per-output peak limiting protects transducers from overload during live events.
• 651 ms Time Alignment Delay - Per-output delay for acoustic alignment of spatially separated loudspeaker arrays.
• RS-232 Control - Serial control port for integration with third-party control systems including AMX and Crestron.
• Wall Panel Support - Compatible with optional wall panels for remote preset recall and level control in installed venues.
• Setup Wizard - Step-by-step system configuration guide for crossover assignment, loudspeaker presets, and limiting setup.

Typical Applications

• House of worship
• Auditorium
• Multi-purpose room
• Performing arts center
• Live music venue
• All-hands room

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What loudspeaker configurations does the DriveRack 260 support?

The 2x6 architecture supports stereo bi-amp (2x2), stereo tri-amp (2x3), stereo with mono sub, and full stereo quad-amp configurations. The six output channels can be assigned to any combination of high, mid, and low frequency bands across both sides of a stereo system.

Can the DriveRack 260 be controlled remotely without accessing the front panel?

Yes. The RS-232 port enables control via AMX, Crestron, and other third-party control systems. Optional DBX wall panels allow non-technical operators to recall presets and make basic level adjustments from a remote location in the venue.

How does Auto-EQ work on the DriveRack 260?

Auto-EQ uses pink noise played through the loudspeaker system and a connected RTA microphone to measure the acoustic response at the listening position. The DriveRack 260 analyzes the measurement and automatically applies compensating EQ curves to the graphic equalizer bands, reducing manual adjustment time during system setup.

Is the DriveRack 260 suitable for permanent installation?

Yes. The RS-232 control port, wall panel support, rack-mount form factor, and XLR balanced connectors are all features designed for permanent installed sound environments. It is commonly deployed in houses of worship, auditoriums, and performing arts centers.

Does the DriveRack 260 include loudspeaker presets for common cabinet models?

Yes. The DriveRack 260 includes a library of factory loudspeaker presets covering popular cabinet models from major manufacturers. These presets configure the crossover, limiting, and EQ settings optimized for the specific driver and enclosure parameters of each cabinet.

What is the maximum output delay available on the DriveRack 260?

Each output channel provides up to 651 ms of time alignment delay, which is sufficient to align distributed loudspeaker arrays and delay fills across large venue spaces.