The M-48 is the next-generation live personal mixer that offers musicians the flexibility to control exactly what they want to listen to during their performances. It provides the highest level of sound monitoring quality for both headphones and IEMs (In-Ear Monitors) as well as for wedge and powered monitors. The superb sound quality creates the ideal monitoring environment for live performance and recording as well as studio applications.
The M-48 enables control of up to 40 audio channels via 16 stereo groups. No longer do you have to share the same sources and in the same order as everyone else. Each musician can choose what he or she wants to listen to - a truly personal mix.
Sweeten your monitor mix to your exact preferences with volume, pan, 3-band EQ, and built-in reverb per group. all instantly adjustable by convenient encoder knobs. A limiter is incorporated to protect your ears from sudden and dangerous volume spikes. Based on REAC, the all-digital connection results in a low noise floor, improved musicality, and crystal clear sound.
The LED indicators on the control knobs enable instant adjustment and visual confirmation at a glance, even on a dark stage. The built-in ambient mic aids in communicating with other musicians without having to remove your earbuds or headphones as well as enabling a stage/room feel if desired. The AUX Input allows a metronome or other device to be mixed into the primary sound.
Our newly developed "REAC Embedded Power" (via the S-4000D) transfers both power and 40 channels of audio to the M-48 via a single CAT5e cable dramatically simplifying wiring and stage layouts. Mini jack and 1/4 inch phone jack headphone outputs are provided. Balanced TRS line outputs support wedge or other types of powered monitors. An independent stereo output mini-jack enables recording with superb sound quality.
With any V-Mixer Live Mixing Console, you can set up, maintain, and control 40 channels of monitor output to each M-48 connected to the system. All V-Mixers are equipped with remote management software, memory recall, etc. providing a simple and flexible setup.
With an existing console, connect the M-48 along with the S-1608 (16 channel) or the S-4000S (40 channel) Digital Snake to utilize the complete system. For digital consoles, use the S-MADI REAC MADI Bridge to maintain the digital connection between the console and the M-48s. The next generation of digital monitoring can be incorporated along with your existing mixing system.
M-48s can be set up and controlled on your PC when used with an existing console. Simply connect to the serial port on the S-1608/S-4000S series Digital Snakes or S-MADI.
The M-48 can be attached to the top of a microphone stand by using the bundled mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is also designed with a removable headphone hanger and accessory tray for your pencil or portable recorder. The optional APC-33 mounting bracket can be used when you need to mount the M-48 to the middle of a music or mic stand.
"REAC Embedded Power" is unique Roland technology that enables the transfer of not only the digital audio signal but also the power required by the connected device - all via one CAT5e cable. The S-4000D Splitter and Power Distributor is equipped with 10 REAC ports including 8 ports of REAC Embedded Power. The S-4000D can automatically detect and distinguish a product not supporting REAC Embedded Power. In this case, power is not provided allowing the S-4000D to also function as a standard splitter when required. The S-4000D is required to use the M-48s.
Awards & Reviews
PSW Reader's Choice Awards 2014. Best In-Ear Monitoring System
Worship Leader (Best of the Best 2012)
The Personal Mixing System won a "Best Audio Product" award for Best in-ear Monitoring System at WFX 2009.
The Personal Mixing System has been nominated for the 2009 TEC Award for Outstanding Technical Achievement in the "Small Format Console Technology" category.
