The AKG BX 5 is a compact stereo reverberation unit employing AKG’s patented Torsional Transmission Line (TTL) principle. Sharing design principles with the earlier BX 10, BX 15, and BX 20 models, the BX 5 delivers the same exceptional reverb quality in a smaller rackmount format. It features stereo inputs and outputs, both fully balanced, and compatible levels and impedances suitable for recording and broadcast environments.
The AKG BX 5’s torsional transmission line system uses a series of specially designed springs whose transmission properties are statistically varied to achieve exceptionally smooth reverberation characteristics. This patented design ensures that no dry signal is present in the output, resulting in completely flutter-free performance and a natural reverb decay. The TTL design of the AKG BX 5 also provides a frequency-dependent decay-time characteristic, ensuring balanced reverberation at any setting.
Ideal for both recording and broadcast studios, the AKG BX 5 is versatile enough to serve as a main reverb source or as an auxiliary processor for individual control rooms. In broadcasting, it can enhance live voice signals by increasing perceived loudness and modulation depth, while also providing creative effects for commercial production. For musicians and engineers familiar with the sound of conventional spring reverbs, the AKG BX 5 offered a far smoother, more natural sound at an affordable price point, delivering the tonal richness previously found only in more expensive reverberation systems.
The AKG BX 5 incorporates a number of features common to the BX series, including a high density of resonant frequencies, a wide linear frequency response, and precise duplication of natural room characteristics. Its adjustable input sensitivity, built-in limiter, and dry/reverb signal mixing controls make it adaptable to a range of applications without the need for special mounting or isolation. Released in 1980, the AKG BX 5 became a popular studio tool for achieving professional-quality reverb in a compact and reliable design.
Features
- Uses AKG’s patented Torsional Transmission Line (TTL) principle
- Smooth, flutter-free reverb without dry signal contamination
- Frequency-dependent decay time for balanced reverberation
- Stereo balanced inputs and outputs
- Adjustable input sensitivity
- Built-in input limiter to prevent overload
- Built-in reverb/dry signal mixing
- High density of resonant frequencies for rich sound
- Linear frequency response for wide application range
- No acoustic feedback, even near loudspeakers
- No special mounting or isolation required