Formula Sound AVC 2D

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Formula Sound AVC 2D

Formula Sound

AVC 2D

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 606266
Model: AVC 2D
Category: Limiters
Price: $877.80

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The Formula Sound AVC 2D is a seriously impressive piece of gear for anyone needing transparent volume control. It’s fantastic for mastering engineers wanting to tame dynamics without crushing them, or live sound engineers needing precise vocal gain riding – it's a real workhorse.

Product Description

  • Formula Sound AVC 2D
  • Volume control
  • Enables volume control without loss of dynamics
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20000 Hz
  • Max. input level: +22 dBu
  • Threshold range: -20 to +10 dBu
  • Attenuator range: 0 bis -80 dB
  • LCD display
  • 3 operating modes (stereo
  • mono
  • stereo with microphone control)
  • Inputs: 2 XLR female
  • Input for Control Mic: 1 x XLR female
  • Output: 2 x XLR male
  • 3 x 4-pin auxiliary connections
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 482 x 44 x 200 mm
  • Weight: 5.0 kg
PROS
  • • Excellent dynamic range preservation; maintains subtle nuances while controlling peaks.
  • • Microphone control mode offers precise gain riding for live vocal applications.
  • • Robust build quality; feels solid with quality XLR connectors and metal chassis.
  • • Wide attenuator range (-80dB) provides incredibly fine-grained volume shaping.
CONS
  • • The unit's size and weight make it less ideal for portable or rack-limited setups.
  • • Limited routing options beyond the basic stereo/mono configurations.
  • • LCD display, while functional, could benefit from improved brightness and viewing angles.

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Key Features

Type Variable-Gain Controller / Limiter
Channels Stereo/Mono/Mic Control
Controls Threshold, Attenuator, Metering, Mode Select
Connections 2 XLR In, 1 Mic XLR In, 2 XLR Out, 3 Aux 4-Pin
Weight 5.0 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It uses the mic input to dynamically adjust the overall signal level, essentially acting as an automatic gain rider based on vocal input.
The -80dB range is surprisingly versatile; it allows for incredibly subtle level adjustments, perfect for film soundtracks or very dynamic recordings.
Unlike a brick-wall limiter, the AVC 2D aims for transparency, gently reducing gain rather than abruptly clipping, preserving more of the original character.

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