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Rane Commercial ME15S MicroGraphic Equalizer (Discontinued)

Part # ME15S
Model # ME15S

The Rane ME15S is a two-channel graphic equalizer with a 2/3-octave design within a single space rack unit. It features 20 mm sliders and a Range switch for high slider resolution within the ±6 dB mode, an equivalent resolution to the 45 mm sliders found on the DEQ 60L.


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The Rane ME15S microGraphic Equalizer is a two-channel, 2/3-octave design with 20 mm sliders in a single rack space unit. It features a Range switch for high slider resolution in the ±6 dB mode, equivalent resolution to 45 mm sliders found on the DEQ 60L. The ±12 dB mode provides a wide range of control over system audio.

The active filter sections feature Rane’s innovative constant-Q (constant bandwidth) design. Constant-Q means the bandwidth of each individual filter is guaranteed to be narrow enough to prevent unwarranted interaction between filters, yet wide enough to produce exactly the type of correction curve demanded by even the most unusual acoustic surroundings. This differs dramatically from conventional designs of the past, encumbered with the unfortunate characteristic of changing bandwidth when changing boost/cut amounts.

Front panel controls and indicators include an overall rotary Level control for each channel as well as Overload indicators. Passive push button Bypass switches feature LED indicators, avoiding ambiguity by being on when the unit is Bypassed. (A passive Bypass switch requires no power to operate. This allows completion of the audio path should power fail in the ME15S.)

Inputs and Outputs are electronically balanced designs, capable of unbalanced operation when required. They accept and drive all possible signal levels into normal load impedances. Balanced applications choose between the XLR or 1/4" Tip-Ring-Sleeve connectors. Unbalanced sources also may tie to the ME15S through mono 1/4" connectors (no ring connection).

Features

Features

  • Constant-Q Bandwidth Design
  • Overall Level Controls and Passive Bypass Switches
  • 20 mm Filter Slide Controls with ±6 dB or ±12 dB Slider Range
  • Infrasonic, Ultrasonic, & RFI Filters
  • Balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS Inputs and Outputs
Specification
Equalizer
Bands(15) 2/3-octave ISO spacing From 25 Hz to 16 kHz
TypeConstant-Q
Accuracy3% (Center frequency)
Travel20 mm (Positive grounded center detent)
Range±12 or ±6 dB (Switch selectable)
Inputs
TypeActive balanced/unbalanced
ConnectorsXLR & 1/4" TRS
Impedance20k Ω min balanced; 10k unbalanced
Maximum Level20 dBu
Outputs
TypeActive balanced/unbalanced
ConnectorsXLR & 1/4" TRS
Impedance400 Ω balanced
200 Ω unbalanced
Maximum Level+20 dBu balanced/ +15 dBu unbalanced @ 2 kΩ
+19 dBu balanced/+13 dBu unbalanced @ 600 Ω
Overall Gain RangeOff to +0 dB min (unbalanced output)
Off to +6 (balanced output)
RFI FiltersYes
Passive Bypass SwitchesYes
LED ThresholdsOverload: - 4 dB Below clipping
Infrasonic Filter20 Hz, 18 dB/octave, Butterworth 3% Hz
Frequency Response20-100 kHz dB +0/-3
THD+Noise0.011% max (+4 dBu, 20-20 kHz, 20k BW)
IM Distortion (SMPTE)0.01% max (60 Hz/7 kHz, 4:1, +4 dBu)
Common Mode Rejection40 dB
Maximum Power7W
Universal Line Voltage100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz VAC
Unit ConstructionAll steel
Dimensions (H x W x D)
Product1.75" (44 mm) x 19" (483 mm) x 5.25" (133 mm)
Shipping4.25" (108 mm) x 20.3" (516 mm) x 13.75" (349 mm)
Weight
Net5 lbs (2.3 kg)
Shipping8 lbs (3.6 kg)
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