DRAWMER DS201 DUAL GATE – Classic British Studio Rack Unit Serial No: 4536 Made by Drawmer Electronics Ltd, Rotherham, England The DS201 is an industry-standard dual-channel noise gate, long regarded as a go-to unit in professional recording studios worldwide. It features frequency-conscious gating via variable high and low-pass key filters – a pioneering design that set it apart from conventional gates and still makes it a highly sought-after piece of outboard gear. FEATURES. 2 fully independent gate/ducker channels. Variable LF and HF key filters per channel (25Hz-35kHz range). Gate and Duck function modes. Stereo Link switch. Key Listen and Bypass on each channel. Full envelope controls: Threshold, Attack, Hold, Decay, Range. External and Internal key source switching. Signal, gate open, and bypass LEDs per channel. Output Range: -80dB to 0dB. Attack time: 10µS-10mS. Decay time: 50mS-5S. RCA (phono) connectors on rear: Output, Signal Input, Key Input per channel. IEC mains connector, 240V UK spec, 9 Watts CONDITION: Used, working unit. Faceplate is in good condition with legends clearly legible. Chassis shows typical signs of rack life – some scratches and light paint wear on sides and top as visible in photos. Power cable not included (standard IEC kettle lead). A brilliant and characterful noise gate that punches well above its price point on the second-hand market. Perfect for drums, guitars, synths, or any studio situation requiring precise dynamic control.