The cutting edge just got sharper

An artful blend of heritage and innovation, the PCM96 Stereo Reverb/Effects Processor delivers 28 new and legendary Lexicon reverbs, delays and modulation effects straight into your DAW.

Appearing for the first time are new Room and Hall algorithms, plus an assortment of new mono reverbs and effects. With decades of legacy products to pull from, the PCM96 also includes the finest collection of factory presets available in a stereo processor – over 1200 and growing – including some recognizable classics from our immense library of sounds.

Designed for the modern studio, the PCM96 can function as a control-only insert or FireWire streaming audio plug-in inside Mac RTAS, VST and Audio Units software. (RTAS support provided via Fxpansion Adapter.)

Features at a Glance

Two channels XLR analog I/O
Two channels XLR digital AES/EBU I/O
Four channels streaming FireWire
Seamless automation and control via Ethernet or Firewire
32-bit floating point processing
Sample rates up to 96 kHz

The PCM96 gives new capabilities to our traditional reverbs by adding multimode filters at several spots in the audio flow. This allows more exact shaping of the reverb while still maintaining the distinctive Lexicon sound. All reverbs also have an "Infinite" switch that allows the reverb to run forever, a useful feature for creating unusual backgrounds and sound effects.

Lexicon's new Room algorithm provides a more flexible alternative to convolution type reverbs. Reflection patterns can be easily selected, scaled and equalized – all while simultaneously passing audio. They can be instantly reversed or combined with a traditional reverb to extend the decay or bring a stronger sense of “liveness” to the space.

With two channels XLR analog and two channels XLR AES/EBU digital I/O, along with MIDI, Ethernet and Firewire connectivity, the PCM96 easily fits into a variety of recording and live sound environments. In any application, the PCM96 delivers the versatility and sound that is unmistakably Lexicon.

Press Reviews

Sound On Sound
"This is an impressive-sounding, and impressively flexible reverb machine...Overall, I found that the operating experience was just like having the best reverb plug-in in the world".
http://www.soundtech.co.uk/lexicon/news/sospcm96review

MusicTech
"The PCM96 offers the ease of plug-in integration but a sound that's leagues above what any software-based reverb can deliver. Lexicon's latest offering is a contemporary twist on hardware reverb with a sound that flatters almost anything passing through it."
http://www.soundtech.co.uk/lexicon/news/pcm96musictech

Resolution
“As a standalone box, the PCM96 is more than worthy of its illustrious badge in terms of its sound and performance, and marks a huge step forward in general user friendliness and flexibility.”
http://www.soundtech.co.uk/lexicon/news/resolutionpcm96review

Audio Media
"The classic bloom of the reverb that comes from every algorithm is quite definitely amazing and something to behold if you've never used a high end reverb before.  In any application, the PCM96 provides versatility and sound that is unmistakably Lexicon."
http://www.soundtech.co.uk/lexicon/news/pcm96gearoftheyear

Future Music
"If you regularly use a hardware unit live or in recordings through an analogue or digital console, the PCM96 will give you excellent results and slot right in to your setup. If you tend to 'mix in the box' it will open up possibilities for you that other purely hardware or software units simply cant do"
http://www.soundtech.co.uk/lexicon/news/futuremusicpcm96

Configurations

Detailed Specifications

* ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT * -
Connectors Two XLR balanced (elec.)
Impedance 30 Ohms balanced
Output Level +4 dBu mode: +20 dBu max. -10 dBu mode: 8.21 dBu max

* DIGITAL INPUT AND OUTPUT * -
Connectors XLR I/O
Format AES/EBU balanced
Sample Rate 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz
Conversion 24-bit A/D; 24-bit D/A

* AUDIO PERFORMANCE * -
Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz ± .25dB 20Hz - 40kHz +0/-3dB
HD <0.002%, 20Hz - 20kHz
Dynamic Range D/A: >112dB typical, 20Hz - 20kHz A/D: >112dB typical, 20Hz - 20kHz A/A: >111dB typical, 20Hz - 40kHz
Crosstalk  -90dB, 20Hz to 40kHz
Internal Audio DSP 32/64-bit floating point

* CONTROL INTERFACE * -
Memory Cards Compact Flash Type I Standards
Format Supports all size memory cards
MIDI In/Thru/Out 5-pin DIN’s
Footswitch N/A
Foot Controller N/A

* GENERAL * -
Power 100–240 VAC 50/60Hz, 20 Watts
Automatic switching (3-pin IEC connector)
Size (W/H/D) 19" W x 1.75" H x 12.5" D (483 x 45 x 318 mm) Rack mount standard
Weight 8.65 lbs (3.93 kg)
Operating Temp. 59° to 95°F (15° to 35°C)
Maximum Humidity 75% relative humidity max.