SPL MixDream

Class-A Summing Mixer

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Description

SPL MixDream

The MixDream is a cascadable 16-in-2 summing device that adds Class-A stereo summing, extensive analog insert functionality, stereo expander, limiter,

Analog Summing

Analog summing with the MixDream brings intense depth, precise localization, and impressive spatiality.

Individual instruments mix with smooth transitions. and switchable transformers to any DAW.

Insert each channel

Each of the 16 input channels has a switchable insert for inserting EQs, compressors, Transient Designer, etc.

Reverb and multi-effect devices can of course also be connected to the inserts. In the DAW, the aux send is then routed to the corresponding output.

Master Insert

In the Master Insert, a combination of compressor and equalizer is usually recommended. The insert send level determines the level at which the insert device is controlled.

Stereo Expander

The Stereo Expander can add more width and depth to a mix so that the stereo width gained from analog summing can be increased even further.

No Mix

With the No Mix switch position, the channel is muted for summing, but is retained at the Direct Out output and can thus be recorded again.

The No Mix function is especially useful when, for example, a compressor is inserted: the compressed signal can be recorded again and assigned a level automation.

Without this function, also known as “bounce back”, signals with level automation could not be compressed, because the compressor is looped in behind the post fader control and therefore the compressor threshold could not be adjusted during level runs.

Direct Outputs

Each channel has an active Direct Out, which allows individual channels to be recorded back into the DAW after insert editing.

Peak Limiter

The limiter can provide good protection for subsequent A/D converters. On the one hand, it can be used to intercept individual peaks that are too loud, and on the other hand, it can also be used to increase loudness when used more intensively. How much loudness is possible with the limiter depends strongly on the nature of the music. With larger dynamic peaks, such as those coming from drums, the loudness of up to 6dB can be obtained.

Master Insert

In the Master Insert, a combination of compressor and equalizer is usually recommended. The insert-send level determines the drive level to the inserted device.

Stereo Expander

The Stereo Expander can add more width and depth to a mix so that the stereo width gained from analog summing can be increased even further.

Expansion

If 16 channels are not enough when summing, the expansion input can be used as another stereo input. The output of another MixDream or MixDream XP can also be connected here.

Mono 1 – 6

The channels 1/2, 3/4 as well as 5/6 can be switched mono so that two signals can be converted by one D/A chip. For this purpose, the signals that are placed in the phantom center of the stereo mix (e.g. kick, snare, lead vocal, bass) are panned hard left/right in the DAW.

Inserts On

This allows all inserts to be switched on and off together.


Specifications

Analog inputs & output; XLR & DB25 (balanced)

Maximum input & output gain
28 dBu
Input impedance
10 kΩ
Output impedance (Master & Monitor w/o transformer, Insert Sends)
82 Ω
Output impedance (Master & Monitor w/ transformer)
65 Ω
Frequency range (-3 dB)
1 Hz – 220 kHz
THD + N (A-weighted, +10 dBu, all channels active)
-104 dBu
Noise (A-weighted, all channels active)
-97 dBu
Common mode rejection (1 kHz)
70 dB
Dynamic range
125 dB

Internal Linear Power Supply with Shielded Toroidal Transformer

Operating voltage for analog audio
+/- 30 V
Operating voltage for relays and LEDs
+12 V

Mains Power Supply

Mains voltage 230 V
230 V AC / 50; 115 V AC / 60 Hz
Fuse for 230 V
T 800 mA
Fuse for 115 V
T 1.6 A
Power consumption
max. 75 W

Dimensions & Weight

W x H x D (width x height x depth)
482 x 88 x 230 mm
19 x 3.46 x 9.09 inch
Unit weight
6.6 kg
14.55 lbs
Shipping weight (incl. packaging)
8.05 kg
17.74 lbs

Reference: 0 dBu = 0,775V. All specifications are subject to change without notice.