MX-8A 8-Channel Matrix Mixer with DSP Processor 1U

Product Features

Hardware features

• Eight balanced mic/line inputs and eight balanced line outputs
• Euroblock connectors – ideal for permanent installation
• USB audio interface mode allows to record audio or play background music with a computer
• Controllable via
  • an Ethernet network (using the Tascam MX Connect computer application or the Tascam Mixer Protocol)
  • RS-485 (using the dedicated RC-W100 remote controller)
  • RS-232C
• Status indicator on front panel
• USB connector on front panel for easy connection of a computer, tablet or smartphone (is also used for firmware updates)
• High-quality internal power supply (no AC adapter)
• 19 inch rackmount size (1U)

Software features

• Five different reference levels available to adapt to virtually any application in consumer, professional or broadcast environments (selectable via software)
• Powerful DSP mixer (controllable via software)
  • Input features: phantom power on/off, phase, sensitivity, trim, automatic level control, 4-band equalizer, mute, fader
  • Mixer features: Matrix mixer, ducking, ambient noise compensator (ANC), routing
  • Outputs features: 10-band equalizer, limiter, delay, mute, fader, phase
• Up to 50 scene presets can be saved
• Timer event function allows presets to be switched at specific times (planned for a future update)
• Two types of control software available (compatible with Windows/Mac/iOS/Android devices):
  • Tascam MX Connect for system integrators offers full access to virtually all settings
  • Tascam EZ Connect for end-users is a simple app for only the most necessary settings

USB audio interface features

• Two audio inputs and two audio outputs when connected to a Windows/Mac computer or iOS/Android device
• Allows audio to be recorded / played back via Windows Media Player, iTunes or DAW applications

Product Specifications

General

• Audio formats:  44.1/48 kHz, 16/24 bit

Inputs and outputs

• USB port:  4-pin USB B-type
  • Transfer rate:  USB 2.0 High Speed (480 Mbit/s)
• Analogue inputs (ANALOG IN):  Balanced Euroblock connectors, 3.81 mm pitch
  • Minimum input level:  –70 dBu
  • Maximum input level:  +26 dBu
• Input impedance:  ≥2.2 kΩ
• Analogue outputs (ANALOG OUT):  Balanced Euroblock connectors, 3.81 mm pitch
• Nominal output level:
  • +4 dBu (Ref(D) ≠ –9 dBFS)
  • +6 dBu (Ref(D) = −9 dBFS)
• Maximum output level (selectable):
  • +15 dBu (Ref(D): –9 dBFS)
  • +18 dBu (Ref(D): –14 dBFS)
  • +20 dBu (Ref(D): –16 dBFS)
  • +22 dBu (Ref(D): –18 dBFS)
  • +24 dBu (Ref(D): –20 dBFS)
• RS-232C connector:  D-sub 9-pin (female, inch-standard)
• RS-485 connector:  RJ-45 connector
• Output impedance:  ≤200 Ω
  • Recommended cable:  STP cable, Cat 5e or faster
• Network connector (ETHERNET):  RJ-45 connector
  • Transmission protocol:  TCP/IP
  • Ethernet standard:  100BASE-TX
  • Recommended cable:  STP cable, Cat 5e or faster

Audio performance

• Mic amp EIN (equivalent input noise):  ≤−126 dBu
  • (Mic in to Line out, input impedance: 150 Ω, 22 kHz LPF, A-weighted, JEITA)
• Frequency response:  20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.5 dB
  • (+24 dBu input, Line in to Line out, GAIN at min., JEITA)
• Distortion (THD+N):  <0.005 %
  • (+24 dBu input, 1 kHz, Line in to Line out, GAIN at min., JEITA)
• S/N ratio:  ≥106 dB
  • (+24 dBu input, Line in to Line out, GAIN at min., JEITA)
• Crosstalk:  ≥107 dB
  • (+24 dBu input, 1 kHz, Line in to Line out, GAIN at min., JEITA)
• Dynamic range:  ≥105 dB
  • (Line in to Line out, GAIN at min., JEITA)
• Note: JEITA indicates compliance with JEITA CP-2150

Power supply and other specifications

• Voltage requirements:  AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz
• Power consumption:  21 W
• Dimensions:
  • 483 mm × 45 mm × 304 mm
  • (W × H × D, including protrusions)
• Weight:  3 kg
• Permissible operating temperature range:  0–40 °C