For recording, mixing, and mastering engineers seeking to tame unruly high frequencies with precision and clarity, the Maselec MDS-2 is your go-to tool. This dual-mono, linkable high frequency limiter shines as a de-esser, offering up to 11 dB of gain reduction without sacrificing the integrity of your sound. Housed in a robust 1U 19" rack-mount alloy case, it delivers reliable, professional-grade performance across a wide range of applications.

The MDS-2 boasts automatic time constants and optimization techniques, ensuring seamless operation for highly dynamic and inconsistent materials. This means you get to focus on your creativity, not constantly fiddling with controls. Its sidechain can be switched to M-S mode, allowing for precise targeting of high frequencies in the center of the stereo image, with the center threshold lowered by 6 dB compared to the sides.

Whether you're dealing with solo vocals or complex mixes, the Maselec MDS-2 handles it with finesse. Its intuitive design features a 6-segment gain reduction meter and threshold control for each channel, alongside a selectable link mode to synchronize sidechains post-time constants. With its wide input range and low noise floor, this de-esser is as versatile as it is effective, making it a must-have in any professional audio setup.

Key Features:

• Dual-mono, linkable high frequency limiter
• Automatic time constants for simplified operation
• M-S sidechain mode for focused high-frequency limiting
• Up to 11 dB gain reduction impacting frequencies from 2 kHz and above
• Selectable link mode for synchronized sidechains
• Balanced XLR 3-pin input and output connectors
• 6-segment gain reduction meter for each channel
• 1U 19" rack-mount alloy case