Drawmer DS201 Gate
Best professional tool for precise noise control in demanding audio environments.
This is the definitive industry standard for cleaning up messy signals with surgical precision. While its deep feature set and frequency-conscious filters require a bit of a learning curve, the reward is an unmatched ability to preserve natural transients that lesser gates simply choke.
$1099.00
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Who it's for
- Engineers demanding pristine, artifact-free signal processing
- Drummers and producers needing precise frequency-based isolation
- Studio owners maximizing limited rack space
Who should skip it
- Novices intimidated by complex analog control sets
- Workflow-focused professionals requiring instant session recall
- Budget-conscious users avoiding vintage maintenance requirements
Performance breakdown
Transient Preservation
Lightning-fast attack times capture every nuance of your initial audio signal.
Frequency Precision
Variable filters allow surgical control over specific frequency-dependent gating tasks.
Build Quality
Rugged British engineering built to withstand years of demanding studio use.
Envelope Shaping
Comprehensive controls provide deep flexibility for natural, musical gate behavior.
Operational Versatility
Switchable ducking and gating modes handle complex routing with ease.
Signal Integrity
Low noise floor ensures your audio remains pristine and transparent.
Key Specs
Input Impedance
20k Ohms
Maximum Input Level
+17dBu
Output Impedance
50 Ohms (balanced), 100 Ohms (unbalanced)
Maximum Output Level
+17dBu
Bandwidth
<23Hz to 31KHz -1dB
Noise at Unity Gain
-95dB (AV), -93dB (RMS)
Distortion
<0.025% @ 1kHz, Unity Gain, +4dBu input
Weight
3.4kg
Channels
Dual-Channel
Rack Spaces
1U
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