BBE 482i Sonic Maximizer

About the BBE 482i Sonic Maximizer

The BBE 482i Sonic Maximizer is a professional-grade audio effects processor that improves sound quality by eliminating phase cancellations and enhancing frequency response. It features two independent channels for stereo or separate mono mixes, allowing precise control over audio signals. The device adjusts phase relationships between low, mid, and high frequencies by adding progressively longer delay times to lower frequencies, which neutralizes loudspeaker phase distortion. Additionally, it boosts high and low frequencies to compensate for loudspeaker inefficiencies, resulting in clearer, more dynamic sound with natural texture and detail. It is widely used in broadcasting, DJ sound reinforcement, mastering, musical instruments, tape duplication, recording, and professional sound reinforcement. The unit includes independent Lo Contour and Process controls, 5-segment LED output meters, RCA and 1/4" unbalanced inputs and outputs, a hardwire bypass, and a bypass switch for easy comparison between processed and unprocessed signals. The 482i operates with a 4th generation processing engine and offers +18dBu headroom, a frequency response of 10Hz to 50kHz (+/- 0.5dBu), a signal-to-noise ratio of 112dB, and very low total harmonic distortion (less than 0.025% in process mode). It is suitable for semi-pro studios, PA systems, instrument racks, and DJ setups.