{"product_id":"dbx-223xs-stereo-2-way-mono-3-way-crossover","title":"DBX 223xs Stereo 2-Way \/ Mono 3-Way Crossover","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe DBX 223xs is a professional Stereo 2-Way \/ Mono 3-Way Crossover with Linkwitz-Riley 24dB\/octave filters, balanced XLR I\/O, independent output level controls, phase inversion and a 40Hz low-cut filter — delivering ultra-low-noise, precise frequency separation for professional PA and loudspeaker systems.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe DBX 223xs is a professional dual-channel active crossover designed to separate the audio signal and direct the correct frequencies to each loudspeaker driver — allowing amplifiers to operate at their full power on only the usable signal, eliminating distortion and delivering a cleaner, better-sounding PA system. Built on four decades of DBX knowledge and expertise in professional audio processing, the 223xs combines ultra-low-noise circuitry, rugged reliability and precision controls in a straightforward and well-specified 1U rack-mount crossover that is equally at home in permanent installations, touring rigs and fixed PA systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinkwitz-Riley Filters — The Professional Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe 223xs uses Linkwitz-Riley 24dB per octave state-variable filters — widely regarded as the professional standard for active crossover design — to provide precise, phase-coherent frequency separation between driver bands. Crossover frequencies are continuously variable from 45Hz to 960Hz in the standard range, or 450Hz to 9.6kHz with the x10 range switch engaged — providing the flexibility to configure the crossover precisely for a wide range of 2-way and 3-way loudspeaker system configurations. A mode switch selects between stereo 2-way and mono 3-way operation, with stereo and mono status LEDs clearly indicating the active mode at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Controls \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEach output features an independent level control for precise level matching between amplifier channels and driver bands, alongside a phase inversion switch for correcting phase relationships between driver sections. A 40Hz Butterworth 12dB\/octave high-pass low-cut filter per channel removes unwanted subsonic content from the signal path, protecting drivers and amplifiers from unnecessary low-frequency energy. An LF sum switch selects normal stereo or mono-summed low-frequency operation for subwoofer applications — disabling channel 2's low output when in LF sum mode and clearly indicating this via the phase invert LED. All controls feature solid, precision click action for reliable and repeatable settings adjustments in professional use environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Connectivity \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBalanced XLR inputs (pin 2 hot) with RF filtering and an input impedance of over 50kΩ accept any professional balanced line-level signal, with a maximum input level of over +22dBu for compatibility with the hottest professional signal levels. Impedance-balanced XLR outputs deliver a maximum output of over +21dBu into 2kΩ or greater, with a signal-to-noise ratio of over 94dB and THD+Noise of less than 0.004% at +4dBu — providing transparent, high-performance frequency separation that lets the character of the loudspeaker system come through without colouration from the crossover itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDBX 223xs Key Features: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStereo 2-Way \/ Mono 3-Way Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mode switch selects between stereo 2-way and mono 3-way crossover configurations with LED status indication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLinkwitz-Riley 24dB\/Octave Filters:\u003c\/strong\u003e The professional standard for active crossover design — precise, phase-coherent frequency separation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable Crossover Frequencies:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45Hz–960Hz standard range \/ 450Hz–9.6kHz with x10 range switch engaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ex10 Range Switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Per channel — multiplies the crossover frequency range by a factor of 10 for high-frequency crossover applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent Output Level Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Per output — precise level matching between amplifier channels and driver bands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhase Inversion Switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Per output — corrects phase relationships between driver sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40Hz Low-Cut Filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Per channel — Butterworth 12dB\/octave high-pass filter removes subsonic content for driver and amplifier protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLF Sum Switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mono-sums the low-frequency output for subwoofer applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced XLR Inputs \u0026amp; Outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e RF filtered, electronically balanced professional connectivity throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt; 94dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-low-noise circuitry for transparent frequency separation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026lt; 0.004% THD+Noise:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally low distortion at +4dBu for clean, uncoloured crossover performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt; 106dB Dynamic Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional headroom for demanding live and installation applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Click Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid, reliable and repeatable control action for professional use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED Status Indicators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stereo\/mono mode, low cut, x10 and phase invert status all clearly indicated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCE Compliant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets European regulatory requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDBX 2-Year Parts \u0026amp; Labour Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard manufacturer warranty included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1U Rack Mountable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard 19\" rack installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DBX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57527602905461,"sku":"DBX223XSV-UK","price":222.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2083\/7259\/files\/DBX223XS_dbx_DBX0120_Image_1.webp?v=1787830416","url":"https:\/\/www.audiovolt.co.uk\/products\/dbx-223xs-stereo-2-way-mono-3-way-crossover","provider":"Audio Volt ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}