Behringer FBQ800 Instruction Manual

Product Information Document

Equalizers

MINIFBQ
FBQ800

Ultra-Compact 9-Band Graphic
Equalizer with FBQ

Ultra-compact 9.5" graphic equalizer

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for studio and stage applications

Revolutionary FBQ Feedback

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Detection system instantly reveals
critical frequencies and can also be
used as Audio Analyzer

Additional Low-cut  lter

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removes unwanted frequencies,
e. g.  oor rumble

Accurate 6-segment LED input/

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output meters and Level control for
precise level indication

High-quality illuminated faders,

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potentiometers and illuminated
switches for long-term reliability

Ultra-low noise audio operational

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ampli ers o er outstanding sound
performance

All Mini Series models can be

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stacked on top of each other to
create an ultra-compact signal
processor solution

3-Year Warranty Program*

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Conceived and designed by

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BEHRINGER Germany

Professional audio engineers have

known for decades that a good EQ

makes all the di erence in how a

performance is perceived. Although

multi-band graphic equalizers have

been around for a long time, they have

changed very little… until now! The

MINIFBQ FBQ800 takes the compact

graphic equalizer a giant leap forward

technologically, providing robust

feature sets and our proprietary FBQ

Feedback Detection System – at a price that makes them a must-have for

anyone who records or operates a live sound system.

How Does Equalization Work?

Imagine the audio frequency range as a very
wide highway with lots of “lanes”. Each of these
lanes represents a speci c frequency band.

• The lanes on the left side contain the
really low frequency content, mainly bass,
bass vocals, and the kick and tom drums

*Warrant y details can be fo und at music-group.c om.

• The middle lanes make up the fundamental
zone of most musical instruments and the
male and female vocals

• The right-hand lanes have all the high­frequency stu , such as snare drums,
cymbals, higher pitched percussion
instruments and the content that adds
sizzle to the mix

Product Information Document

Equalizers

MINIFBQ
FBQ800

Ultra-Compact 9-Band Graphic
Equalizer with FBQ

Special Tools for Low Frequencies

The low-frequency sound range requires special attention. That’s why the FBQ800 features a special
Low-Cut  lter that helps remove non-essential bass content, such as  oor rumble, room resonance
and electrical hum, etc., which really uses up your power amp’s headroom. This added control gives
the FBQ800 the power to clean up your system’s overall sound, creating crystal clear and dynamic
output – with incredibly tight and punchy bottom-end!

FBQ - Totally Feedback-Free

For more than 20 years, BEHRINGER has designed and manufactured some of the most successful
FBQ Feedback Elimination processors. Now you can own and enjoy the bene ts of this technology,
as we have integrated the revolutionary FBQ Feedback Detection System into this product, so your
sound system is completely feedback-free, allowing you to focus on your performance. Utilizing
an ultra-fast feedback detection system, this ingenious circuitry helps you recognize and tame
feedback frequencies immediately. When feedback is sensed in a speci c frequency range, the LED
on the associated EQ fader illuminates, showing you at a glance which fader to lower to overcome
the feedback. That simple!

To Boost or to Cut, That is the Question

Raising and lowering speci c frequency bands can improve the frequency response of any room’s
acoustics. For instance, if the room you’re in is “bass-heavy,” lowering the 63 and 125 Hz faders can
help eliminate an overall “boomy” or “muddy” sound. Likewise, gently boosting the 8 and 16 kHz
sliders can add sparkle to a somewhat “dark” mix. Are the vocals getting lost in the mix? Raising the
level of the 1 kHz slider can help bring them out.

It’s important to note that raising a single fader level is not always the best solution; it’s often better
to lower the bands surrounding the frequency you want to bring out, and then boost the overall
volume level to achieve better headroom.

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Equalizers

MINIFBQ
FBQ800

Ultra-Compact 9-Band Graphic
Equalizer with FBQ

Built for Accuracy and Reliability

Speaking of headroom, FBQ800’s 6-digit LED I/O meters and level control are provided for precise
level maintenance. Long-term reliability is ensured, thanks to high-quality illuminated faders
and switches, and our ultra low-noise audio operational ampli ers provide outstanding sonic
performance. In addition, all Mini Series components can be stacked to create an ultra-compact
signal processing solution.

Superb Audio, Sound Value

When you want to bring out the very best from your sound system or your performance, in the
studio or at your next live gig – put your trust in the MINIFBQ FBQ800. We dare you to compare it to
the competition. Once you do, you’ll choose BEHRINGER again and again for both audio quality and
value. Test Drive the FBQ800 today at your authorized BEHRINGER dealer.

You Are Covered

We always strive to provide the best possible Customer Experience. Our products are made in our
own MUSIC Group factory using state-of-the-art automation, enhanced production work ows and
quality assurance labs with the most sophisticated test equipment available in the world. As a result,
we have one of the lowest product failure rates in the industry, and we con dently back it up with a
generous 3-Year Warranty program.

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FBQ800

Ultra-Compact 9-Band Graphic
Equalizer with FBQ

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MINIFBQ
FBQ800

Ultra-Compact 9-Band Graphic
Equalizer with FBQ

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