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The Midas M32 LIVE digital mixer packs an astonishing array of features into a compact, portable design. With 40 input channels, 25 mix busses and Midas' renowned PRO Series microphone preamps, the M32 LIVE delivers pristine audio quality for live performances and studio tracking sessions alike.  

Midas PRO Series Preamps Capture Every Nuance

Midas PRO Series Preamps Capture Every Nuance

At the heart of the M32 LIVE are Midas' acclaimed PRO Series microphone preamps. These transparent, low-noise preamps provide +48V phantom power, analog limiting and a massive +30dB of headroom to handle even the hottest sources. Whether miking vocals, drums, guitars or other acoustic instruments, you can trust the M32 LIVE's preamps to reproduce every nuance with exceptional detail and dynamics.  

Sculpt Your Mix With Onboard Signal Processing

Sculpt Your Mix With Onboard Signal Processing  

This versatile digital console comes loaded with an extensive suite of effects and signal processing. Shape your mix with multi-band parametric EQs, dial in the perfect amount of compression for dynamics control, or add spacious reverb and delay effects. Eight powerful stereo FX engines provide you with a wealth of creative tools, including studio-grade Virtual Circuit Modeling for amp sims, stompboxes and more.  

Intuitive Control With Motorized Faders

Intuitive Control With Motorized Faders  

With its motorized 100 mm faders, digital scribble strips and color channel LCDs, the M32 LIVE offers an intuitive, hands-on mixing experience. The high-res displays provide metering, routing and processing info at a glance. The well-organized control surface lets you build complex mixes efficiently, inspiring creativity in a way software alone cannot match.  

Integrated Multitrack Recording Interface

Integrated Multitrack Recording Interface   

The M32 LIVE doubles as a powerful DAW recording interface with its built-in 32x32 USB 2.0 audio interface. Connect it to your computer to simultaneously capture all 40 input channels along with playback channels. Record full bands, vocals, drums and more with Midas' renowned sound quality. The M32's extensive routing capabilities make multitrack recording versatile and seamless.  

Wireless Remote Mixing From Tablets

Wireless Remote Mixing From Tablets  

An Ethernet port allows the M32 LIVE to interface with remote control apps for iOS and Android tablets. With the ability to wirelessly adjust levels, EQs, effects and more from anywhere in the venue, you have the flexibility to tweak your mix on the fly while monitoring from different positions. The M32 LIVE's tablet control unlocks new creative possibilities for both live and studio use. 

From studios to stages, the Midas M32 LIVE delivers uncompromising sound quality and professional-grade features in a compact, portable design. With its wealth of creative tools, pristine preamps and intuitive workflow, the M32 LIVE has everything you need to elevate your mixes.  

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Processing
  • Input Processing Channels: 32 Input Channels, 8 AUX Channels, 8 FX Return Channels
  • Output Processing Channels: 16
  • 16 AUX Buses, 6 Matrices, Main LRC: 100
  • Internal Effects Engines (True Stereo / Mono): 16
  • Internal Show Automation (Structured Cues / Snippets): 500/100
  • Internal Total Recall Scenes (incl. Preamplifiers and Faders): 100
  • Signal Processing: 40-Bit Floating Point
  • A/D Conversion (8-channel, 96kHz ready): 114dB Dynamic Range (A-weighted*)
  • D/A Conversion (Stereo, 96kHz ready): 120dB Dynamic Range (A-weighted*)
  • I/O Latency (Console Input to Output): 0.8 ms
  • Network Latency (Stage Box In > Console > Stage Box Out): 1.1 ms
Connectors
  • MIDAS PRO Series Microphone Preamplifier (XLR): 32
  • Talkback Microphone Input (XLR): 1
  • RCA Inputs / Outputs: 2
  • XLR Outputs: 16
  • Monitoring Outputs (XLR / 1/4" TRS Balanced): 2
  • Aux Inputs/Outputs (1/4" TRS Balanced): 6
  • Phones Output (1/4" TRS): 2 (Stereo)
  • Digital AES/EBU Output (XLR): 1
  • AES50 Ports (Klark Teknik SuperMAC): 2
  • Expansion Card Interface: 32 Channel Audio Input / Output
  • ULTRANET P-16 Connector (No Power Supplied): 1
  • MIDI Inputs / Outputs: 1
  • USB Type A (Audio and Data Import / Export): 1
  • USB Type B, Rear Panel, for Remote Control: 1
  • Ethernet, RJ45, Rear Panel, for Remote Control: 1
Mic Input Characteristics
  • Design: Midas PRO Series
  • THD+N (0dB gain, 0dBu output): < 0.01% (unweighted)
  • THD+N (+40dB gain, 0dBu to +20dBu output): < 0.03% (unweighted)
  • Input Impedance (Unbalanced / Balanced): 10 kΩ / 10 kΩ
  • Non-Clip Maximum Input Level: +23dBu
  • Phantom Power (Switchable per Input): +48V
  • Equivalent Input Noise @ +45dB gain (150 Ω source): -125dBu (22Hz–22kHz, unweighted)
  • CMRR @ Unity Gain (Typical): > 70dB
  • CMRR @ 40dB Gain (Typical): > 90dB
Input/Output Characteristics
  • Frequency Response @ 48kHz Sample Rate: 0dB to -1dB (20Hz–20kHz)
  • Dynamic Range, Analogue In to Analogue Out: 106dB (22Hz–22kHz, unweighted)
  • A/D Dynamic Range, Preamplifier and Converter (Typical): 109dB (22Hz–22kHz, unweighted)
  • D/A Dynamic Range, Converter and Output (Typical): 109dB (22Hz–22kHz, unweighted)
  • Crosstalk Rejection @ 1kHz, Adjacent Channels: 100dB
Output Characteristics
  • Output Level, XLR Connectors (Nominal / Maximum): +4dBu / +21dBu
  • Output Impedance, XLR Connectors (Unbalanced / Balanced): 50 Ω / 50 Ω
  • Input Impedance, TRS Connectors (Unbalanced / Balanced): 20k Ω / 40k Ω
  • Non-Clip Maximum Input Level, TRS Connectors: +15dBu
  • Output Level, TRS (Nominal / Maximum): -2dBu / +15dBu
  • Output Impedance, TRS (Unbalanced / Balanced): 100 Ω / 200 Ω
  • Phones Output Impedance / Maximum Output Level: 40 Ω / +21dBu (Stereo)
  • Residual Noise Level, Out 1-16 XLR Connectors, Unity Gain: -85dBu 22Hz–22kHz unweighted
  • Residual Noise Level, Out 1-16 XLR Connectors, Muted: -88dBu 22Hz–22kHz unweighted
  • Residual Noise Level, TRS and Monitor out XLR Connectors: -83dBu 22Hz–22kHz unweighted
DN32-LIVE USB Interface
  • USB Type: USB 2.0 high speed, type-B (audio/MIDI interface)
  • USB Input / Output Channels, Duplex: 32, 16, 8, 2
  • Windows DAW Applications: Win 7 32/64-bit, Win10 32/64-bit (ASIO, WASAPI, and WDM audio device interface)
  • Mac OSX DAW Applications: Mac OSX 10.6.8**, 10.7.5, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12 (Intel CPU only, no PPC support, CoreAudio)
DN32-LIVE SD Card Interface
  • SD Card Slots, SD/SDHC: 2
  • Supported File System: FAT32
  • SD/SDHC Card Capacity, Each Slot: 1 to 32GB
  • Battery for Power Blackout Protection (Optional): CR123A Lithium cell
  • SD Card Input / Output Channels: 32, 16, 8
  • Sample Rates (Console Clock): 44.1kHz/48kHz
  • Sample Word Length: 32 bit PCM
  • File Format (Uncompressed Multi-channel): WAV 8, 16, or 32 channels
  • Maximum Recording Time (32 ch, 44.1kHz, 32-bit on two 32 GB SDHC media): 200 min
  • Typical Performance Recording or Playback: 32 channels on class 10 media, 8 or 16 channels on class 6 media
Display
  • Main Screen: 7" TFT LCD, 800 x 480 Resolution, 262k Colours
  • Channel LCD Screen: 128 x 64 LCD with RGB Colour Backlight
  • Main Meter: 24 Segment (-57dB to Clip)
Power
  • Switch-Mode Power Supply: Auto-Ranging 100-240VAC (50/60Hz) ± 10%
  • Power Consumption: 120W
Physical
  • Standard Operating Temperature Range: 41°F – 113°F
  • Dimensions: 35.1 x 24.1 x 10.1"
  • Weight: 55 lb.

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