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Lexicon 960L

Lexicon 960L Digital Effects System

Lexicon 960L, was the last of the big reverbs from Lexicon and was a configurable Stereo/Surround Reverb Processor and Flying Fader Remote. (LARC) For nearly thirty years, the world’s most accomplished engineers and producers have relied upon Lexicon for their most critical music and sound productions, and the Lexicon 960L was a powerhouse.

Details

Lexicon 960L – To satisfy these discriminating media professionals and to meet the new demands of today’s increasingly complex sound content, Lexicon introduces a new generation of digital audio signal processing technology with the new Lexicon 960L Multi-Channel Digital Effects System.

Designed specifically for the professional audio, broadcasting, film, post-production and live sound markets, the 960L utilizes a bold new technology platform. it will redefine world-class reverberation with a totally new paradigm of intelligent software algorithms based upon 3DPM™ Technology (3D Perceptual Modeling).

This new breakthrough technology introduces entirely new acoustic environments based upon recent critical research on how the human brain perceives complex sounds. Lexicon’s 3DPM not only allows sound designers to create the most realistic sounding acoustic environments ever, it also allows for the creation of new and unheard of spaces! The 960L is capable of full 24-bit/96kHz performance and the factory standard I/O configuration boasts 8 channels of XLR-balanced analog audio as well as full AES/EBU digital I/O in a 4-unit, rack-mounting CPU mainframe.

The all-new Lexicon Alpha-numeric Remote Controller (LARC2) compliments the new 960L mainframe. Multiple DSP configurations include: Stereo, 5.1 Surround, Multiple-Stereo, and Stereo plus 5.1 Surround with 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz sampling rates. The extensive sonic palette of factory programs includes such time-proven standards as Halls, Chambers, Rooms, Plates, Ambience, Wild Spaces, Post and more. Up to 500 additional user-definable programs may be stored in the CPU.

The user interface for the 960L is a totally redesigned and enhanced LARC2 remote controller. Fashioned after the original LARC, which sits atop the leading recording and post-production consoles throughout the world, the new LARC2 provides a simple and intuitive user interface based on the world standard 480L. A variety of input control devices are provided for maximum control and these can be custom tailored for additional flexibility.

Lexicon commissioned an award-winning industrial design company to co-develop the LARC2. Featuring a highly-stylized design with a large, easy-to-read color backlit LCD display, the LARC2 has eight touch-sensitive motorized faders, a two-axis joystick for surround sound panning/placement control, eight soft and twenty-nine dedicated function keys.

Using this extensive array of controls, the user has instant access to a variety of parameters including machine and system status, fader label/value, soft key, machine setup/select, system control/edit, mute/bypass and joystick control. The LARC2 also features and extremely small footprint (8.0″ x 10.5″ x 5.5″) and may be located several hundred feet from the Lexicon 960L Digital Effects System CPU.

Lexicon 960L Features

  • Redefines World-class Reverberation
  • 24-bit/96kHz Processing
  • Lexicon 3DPM™ Algorithms (3-Dimensional Perceptual Modeling)
  • True Multi-Channel Surround Sound and Stereo Reverb Processing
  • LARC2™ Remote Control: 480L-based Intuitive User Interface
  • Flexible Input and Output Mixing Capabilities
  • Expandable Audio and Control I/O
  • Hardware and Software Expandable DSP
  • Extensive Sonic Palette of Factory Programs
  • Eight Touch-Sensitive Motorized (auto-nulling) Faders
  • Assignable Joystick for Surround Panning and Creative Parameter Control

 

Lexicon 960L Standard Configuration

  • Multiple 3DPM DSP Configurations: Stereo, 5.1 Surround, Combined
  • Eight 24-bit/96kHz Balanced XLR Analog I/O
  • Four Stereo Pairs of 24-bit/96kHz AES/EBU Digital I/O
  • MIDI In/Out/Thru
  • BNC Word Clock Input/Output/Loopthru
  • CD-ROM Drive for Software Upgrades

Specifications

Released

  • Quantization: 24 Bit
  • Sampling Frequency: 48/96kHz
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz-40kHz
  • Dynamic Range: 110dB
  • Crosstalk: <-100dB
  • THD: <0.002%
  • Dimensions: 483mm x 178mm x 442mm
  • Weight: 15.8kg

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The details provided above are drawn from historical documents like advertising brochures or user manuals. They’re shared without bias or review. This info is given solely for your consideration, helping you gauge its usefulness to you.

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Studio Magic in a box!

by Peter Johnston

Sound Quality 100%
Build Quality 95%
Usefullness 100%
Mojo/Funk 70%
Reliability 90%

This unit is an absolute beast when it comes to reverb and effects. It’s like having a world-class recording studio in a box. The Lexicon 960L offers an extensive range of high-quality reverbs and effects that can take your audio to a whole new level. The reverb algorithms are lush and versatile, allowing you to create everything from subtle, natural room sounds to epic, otherworldly spaces. One of the standout features is the intuitive interface. It’s user-friendly and makes tweaking your sound a breeze. The ability to fine-tune parameters like pre-delay, decay time, and modulation gives you a lot of creative control. The 960L also has a bunch of presets that can serve as great starting points or just inspire your creativity. Whether you’re working on music production, post-production, or any audio project, this unit is a game-changer. However, it’s worth noting that the Lexicon 960L is a bit on the pricey side, and it might be overkill for beginners or those on a tight budget. But if you’re serious about your sound and you want top-notch reverb and effects, it’s a solid investment. The Lexicon 960L Digital Reverb is versatile, sounds fantastic, and offers a wide range of creative possibilities. If you’ve got the budget, it’s definitely worth considering for your setup. Cheers!

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