Dateq SPL-5 MKII

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Dateq SPL-5 MKII

Dateq

SPL-5 MKII

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 617091
Brand: Dateq
Model: SPL-5 MKII
Category: Limiters
Price: $1,813.90

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The SPL-5 MKII is a serious piece of kit, built for broadcast engineers and mastering houses needing surgical precision. The built-in mic and remote access are game-changers for complex workflows, allowing for real-time adjustments from anywhere. It's not a casual limiter; this is a professional tool for demanding applications.

Product Description

  • Dateq SPL-5 MKII
  • 2-Channel Limiter with Measuring Microphone
  • Adjustable via threshold and output
  • For sealing
  • Input and output: XLR
  • Microphone input: XLR
  • Connection for solid-state relay
  • Connection option for SPL D2 MKII
  • 180 days data storage
  • Can be operated remotely via the Internet
  • Time slot - up to 3 different limitings possible per day
  • Software for download at www.dateq.nl
  • Dimensions (W x H x D ): 483 x 45 x 175 mm
  • Installation format: 19" / 1U
  • Weight: 3.2 kg
PROS
  • • Precision metering mic provides incredibly accurate gain reduction readings.
  • • Remote internet operation offers unprecedented workflow flexibility for broadcast.
  • • Solid-state relay connection expands functionality and signal chain options.
  • • Time-slot limiting allows for dynamic program-dependent gain shaping.
CONS
  • • High-end price point puts it out of reach for many smaller studios.
  • • Complexity demands significant learning curve to fully utilize features.
  • • Form factor (1U) might present rack space challenges in some setups.

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Key Features

Type 2-Channel Limiter
Channels 2
Controls Threshold, Output Level, Time Slot Configuration
Connections XLR (Input/Output), XLR (Microphone Input), Solid-State Relay Connection, SPL D2 MKII Connection
Weight 3.2 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The microphone provides feedback on actual program levels, allowing for more accurate and transparent gain reduction than relying solely on input signal levels.
Absolutely, it’s fantastic for tailoring limiting profiles to different sections of a track, enabling aggressive limiting on certain parts while preserving dynamics elsewhere.
The integrated metering mic and remote operation are unique. While other limiters offer excellent sound, the SPL-5 MKII prioritizes workflow and precise control over the entire limiting chain.

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