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Spl Mixdream Model 2384 16x2 Analog Summing Mixer

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The SPL MixDream Model 2384 16x2 Analog Summing Mixer is a 2U rackmountable analog summing mixer that can expand the functionality of any digital console or DAW. The device uses sophisticated discrete Class A/60 V stages for analog summing before analog to digital conversion. It can sum up to 16 audio tracks to a stereo signal, and additional units can be cascaded together for projects that require even higher track counts. This model also features 16 balanced inserts, allowing for the integration of analog outboard effects with individual and overall hard bypass relays.

The 60-volt (±30V) rails of the unit's Class A technology with circuitry based on the most modern analog components. This ensures an extremely high slew rate, a very low noise level of -97 dBu and a dynamic range of 125 dB, which puts the unit on par with among the best analog consoles.

In addition to being used for mixing, the unit can also be used for discrete mastering from single tracks or subgroups as well as up-sampling audio to SACD/DVD-A formats.

The back panel of the unit features nine 8-channel DB25 connectors: Input channels 1 to 8, Insert Send 1 to 8, Insert Return 1 to 8, Input Channels 9 to 16, Insert Send 9 to 16, Insert Return 9 to 16, Direct Out 1 to 8, Direct Out 9 to 16, Direct Out 1 to 8, Direct Out 9 to 16, and Master Ins./Expansion In/Out 2. For outputs the unit includes left and right gold plated XLR-3M connectors for both the master output and monitor output.

Active Class A/60V Stages DAW Channel Adjustments and Automation Sum All Analog Tracks Before Conversion 16x Balanced Analog Effect Inserts Proprietary Differential Amplifiers Link Multiple Units Together Surround Cable Analog Peak Limiter Master Inserts Lundahl Output Transformers

Parameters
I/O	1x DB25 input channels 1 to 8 connector 1x DB25 insert send 1 to 8 connector 1x DB25 insert return 1 to 8 connector 1x DB25 input channels 9 to 16 connector 1x DB25 insert send 9 to 16 connector 1x DB25 insert return 9 to 16 connector 1x DB25 direct out 1 to 8 1x DB25 direct out 9 to 16 1x DB25 master ins./expansion in/out 2 2x XLR-3M monitor output (left and right) 2x XLR-3M master output (left and right)
Frequency Range	< 1 to 220,000 Hz (-1 dB)
THD+N	-104 dBU (20 to 22,000 Hz with input level of +10 dBu
Noise Level	-97 dBu (20 to 22,000 Hz A-weighted)
Line Max Input Level	+28 dBu
Max Output	+28 dBu (at 1 kHz, THD+N -95 dB)
Dynamic Range	125 dB (20 to 22,000 Hz A-weighted)
Crosstalk	97 dB (At 1,000 Hz with input level of +10 dBu)
CMRR	‹70 dB (at 1 kHz, Input Level +10 dBu)
Input Impedance	10 kOhm
Output Impedance	For master/monitor out w/o transformer, insert send: 82 ohm For master/monitor out with transformer: 65 ohm
Power Consumption	75 W
Rack Space	2
Dimensions	19.00 x 3.50 x 9.50" (482.0 x 88.0 x 237.0 mm)
Weight	14.52 lb (6.60 kg)

Sums analog inserts before conversion, thus saving 14 critical analog to digital conversions

Allows for multi-channel sessions to be mixed and processed in analog, which is especially helpful when an engineer wants to upsample to SACD or DVD-A

Adjustable insert level

Stereo expansion control with infinite gradation

Adjustable analog peak limiter

Adjustable outputs with added in/out switching of Lundahl transformers

Allows you to choose whether or not a channel should be added to the mix buss or removed from the mix while remaining available for re-recording through the unit's direct output

Allows for all inserts to be switched on or off globally

Enables direct connection of samplers, keyboards, and other expanders into the mixer

Allows for channels 1 & 2, 3 & 4, and 5 & 6 to be switched to mono so that two signals can be converted by a paired D/A

Features 16 balanced inputs that are connected over two DB 25 connectors

Provides 16 balanced insert sends to which peripheral processors may be connected

Provides 16 balanced insert return channels to be routed back

Includes a balanced direct output after the insert loop

Functions as either a master insert send and return, an additional stereo output, or for linking two or more summing mixers via DB 25 socket

Provides stereo mixdown for a recording device through two master output XLR connections with gold plated contacts that function as either electronically balanced or transformer balanced outputs

Runs parallel with the master output and provides a separate monitoring of the stereo mixdown

Provides an additional stereo input which is routed through and marked as two channels of the master insert/expansion out 2 DB25 socket

Electronically determines which parts of a stereo canvas are left and right and then doubles and L-R contents and mixes them in reverse phase to the opposite channel

Protects subsequent A/D converter stages from clipping with variable threshold based on a discrete transistor circuitry with a musically optimized curve similar to the way tube processor or analog tape machines limit signals

Routes signal to either electronically balanced connections or high quality Lundahl transformers

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is phase reverse offered on all the channels?

A: No phase reverse shown on any channels, or in the Operator Manual.

Q: 2. The specs on B&H's page say the Onyx8 has only 2 mic preamps... but I see four; two mix-only and two 'combo'. Is that a mistake, where it says there are only two mic preamps? Or if not, could you explain? Thanks.

A: Per Mackie: Mackie Onyx8 8-channel Analog Mixer with Multi-track USB Features: 4 award-winning Onyx mic preamps Analog circuitry delivers premium-quality sound with minimum noise Analog/USB channel strips with flexible routing Studio-grade effects with user customization options 3-band Perkins EQ with On/Off hard bypass switches Switchable hi-Z inputs for guitars, bass, and other instruments 100Hz low-cut filter and 48V phantom power on all mic channels High-resolution 24-bit/96kHz multi-track recording to Mac/PC via USB Full-color display and single-knob interface Dedicated buttons for Previous, Next, Record, and Play/Pause Bluetooth streaming capabilities

Q: 3. Does it come with the color red

A: The Zed-6 is available in the colour scheme shown in the photos on the product page for the Zed-6.

Q: 4. Can you specify Cat6, Cat5, Cat5e?

A: The Presonus EarMix 16M can utilize Cat5e or Cat6 network cables. The primary differences between CAT5e and CAT6 cable are the wire gauge of the conductors and the number of twists per inch in each wire pair. Both types of these cables have the ability to handle the speed required for the stream- and channel-counts involved.

Q: 5. Is this a brand new unopened product?

A: Yes, this Mackie Onyx8 8-Channel Premium Analog Mixer is a new item. All of the items on our website are new unless marked otherwise.

Q: 6. Does the 3-1/2 measurement include the knobs?

A: Yes, it includes the knobs. Complete dimensions for all Allen & Heath products can be downloaded at a href= http://www.allen-heath.com. target= _blank www.allen-heath.com./a Click on the product, go to documents, and then see weights and dimensions.

Q: 7. is USB in on this mixer just input? or will this send tracks to a computer?

A: No it is not like an interface. It's like a USB mixer you can send 2 tracks via USB out of the mixer to USB in on your computer. There is no multi track recording with this desk.

Q: 8. Dumb question; is it real wood or wood grain veneer?

A: No. It is veneer.

Q: 9. Can you send to an external effects processor and get back the wet signal for your recording?

A: You can use the analog FX output to connect an external FX processor to this mixer. For returning the wet signal to mixer, you would need to use an available input channel on the board.

Q: 10. Can it simultaneously record to both the SD card and to a PC through USB?

A: Absolutely - no problem at all.

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