Used BSS DPR402 Dual Compressor/De-Esser/Limiter
Used BSS DPR402 Dual Compressor/De-Esser/Limiter is a 2-channel dynamics processor combining compression, limiting, high-frequency de-essing and wideband de-essing with full LED metering on both input and output. Auto mode and adjustable speed controls give engineers precise, program-dependent dynamic management. Browse the second-hand BSS DPR402 listings available below to find your next unit.
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BSS DPR402 Dual Compressor/De-Esser/Limiter specifications
| Brand | BSS |
| Segment | Audio |
| Typical used price | $427 (range $427–$427) |
About the BSS DPR402 Dual Compressor/De-Esser/Limiter
The BSS DPR402 is a 2-channel compressor/limiter, high-frequency de-esser and wideband de-esser with peak limiting. Adjustable speed and dynamics program manipulation give flexible control over a wide range of source material, while integrated side-chain and gain reduction metering allow for continuous monitoring of dynamic activity. Full LED metering covers both input and output levels. Auto mode provides program-dependent attack and release control, making the unit well suited to applications where dynamic range management is critical, such as broadcast, recording and live sound.
BSS DPR402 Dual Compressor/De-Esser/Limiter — buyer FAQs
What does the BSS DPR402 do and what makes it distinctive as a dynamics processor?
The BSS DPR402 is a 2-channel compressor/limiter that combines high-frequency de-essing and wideband de-essing with peak limiting in a single unit. Integrated side-chain and gain reduction metering allow continuous monitoring of dynamic activity, while adjustable speed controls and Auto mode provide program-dependent attack and release, giving engineers flexible management across a wide range of source material.
What is Auto mode on the DPR402 and why does it matter?
Auto mode on the DPR402 provides program-dependent attack and release control, meaning the unit adjusts its timing behaviour to suit the incoming signal rather than relying on fixed, manually set times. This is useful in situations where source material varies unpredictably, reducing the need for constant manual intervention to maintain consistent dynamic control.
What kind of metering does the second-hand BSS DPR402 provide?
The DPR402 provides full LED metering covering both input and output levels, alongside integrated side-chain and gain reduction metering. This combination allows engineers to monitor dynamic activity continuously across both channels, giving a clear picture of how the processor is responding to the programme material at any given moment.
Who makes the BSS DPR402 and where does it sit in their product range?
The DPR402 is made by BSS Audio, originally Brooke Siren Systems, a British professional audio brand founded in 1979. BSS is known for signal processing equipment including compressors, limiters and crossovers, and is part of Harman Professional Solutions. The DPR402 sits within their dynamics processing line, offering dual-channel compression, limiting and de-essing in one unit.
What should I check when buying a used BSS DPR402?
On a used DPR402, confirm that both channels compress and limit correctly, that the de-esser modes respond as expected, and that all LED metering segments are fully functional across input, output and gain reduction displays. Check that Auto mode engages properly and that adjustable speed controls respond accurately. Used units on 10K Used carry a 21-day warranty covering major functional faults; full detail is in the buying guide at 10kused.com/used-av-equipment-guide/.
