Behringer PMP980S Europower 900 Watt 10 Channel Powered Mixer

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The PMP980S powered mixer delivers more power, better sound at less weight! The PMP980S mixer delivers 900 Watts of massive power and incredible performance through new-generation amplifier technology, crystal-clear sound plus an ultra-compact and lightweight design. 24-bit stereo FX processors, IMP mic preamps, Voice Canceller and more round off this impressive package of power features. Get massive power and great sound in a lightweight package!

Ultra-compact 2 x 450-Watt stereo powered mixer
Revolutionary amplifier technology: enormous power, incredible sonic performance and super-light weight
Ultra-compact design at nearly half the depth and weight of conventional powered mixers means no more lugging around dead weight
10-channel mixer section features 6 mono and 2 stereo channels plus separate tape returns
2 studio-grade 24-bit stereo FX processors with 100 awesome presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and various multi-effects
Revolutionary FBQ Feedback Detection system instantly reveals critical frequencies for easy feedback removal
8 high-quality mic preamps with switchable +48 V phantom power for condenser microphones
Effective, extremely musical 3-band EQ, switchable Pad and Clip LEDs on all mono channels
Stereo 7-band graphic EQ allows precise frequency correction of monitor and main outputs
Voice Canceller function removes singer's voice from recordings for Karaoke applications
Selectable stereo (main L/R), double mono (main/monitor) or bridged mono amplifier operation mode
Speaker Processing function adjusts frequency response to match professional speaker systems like BEHRINGER EUROLIVE series, etc.
Standby switch mutes all input channels during breaks while background music is provided via tape inputs
Adjustable stereo Aux input for connecting external signal sources
Internal switch-mode power supply, noise-free audio, superior transient response and very low power consumption
Rack mount brackets included
High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany

If you need superior sound quality for small club gigs, churches or speeches, but have to keep the outboard gear to a minimum, get ready to love the PMP980S and PMP960M. The 900-Watt, 10-channel/6-channel mixers give you everything you need in one efficient, highly portable little package.

Massive mono or stunning stereo The difference between these two mixers is that the PMP980S gives you two stereo channels. If you make your beer money playing in a bluegrass band at a barbecue joint, you probably aren’t that interested in making a space-age, multi-dimensional mix. This is just one example of where the PMP960M’s six mono channels would be a perfect match.

However, if you’re the brains behind a kraut-rock band with the wildest patches this side of Berlin, the two additional stereo channels on the PMP980S will provide the sonic latitude you need.

The PMP980S is also an excellent choice for a church, where vocals and stereo recordings share face time.

Classic control, state-of-the-art sound

Each of the mic inputs on the PMP980S and PMP960M contains top-quality built-in mic preamps with switchable +48V phantom power for condenser mics-just like in our studio mixers. Suddenly you can leave the mic preamps at home, and the kind of sound quality that was once only available in the studio is ready to go wherever you do. Plus with dual 24-bit FX processors built right in, you get 100 mind-blowing digital effect presets such as delay, chorus and reverb that you can apply two-at-a-time to any channel you like, as well as to the monitors and main output. No outboard gear needed!

These mixers come loaded with BEHRINGER’s amazing FBQ feedback detection system, which automatically pinpoints trouble frequencies so you can snuff them out before you-or the audience-go deaf. Just touch a button and watch as trouble frequencies are indicated by red LEDs on the 7-band graphic EQ.

The Ins and Outs

The PMP980S and PMP960M give you loads of flexibility in accommodating whatever the center of attention happens to be. Channels 1-6 of both mixers are for mics, bass guitars or other mono instruments. The PMP980S features channels 7-8 and 9-10, which can be used as stereo channels. In the case of the PMP980S, that means you can connect up to 8 microphones or other mono instruments or six mics or mono instruments along with two stereo instruments (keyboards, for example) or the A/V equivalent.

In the bottom right corner of the mixer, you’ll find the FX, INPUT TO MAIN and OUTPUT sections. The FX section features a FOOTSW(itch) input. This lets you connect a footswitch like the AB200 so you can remotely enable/disable either FX channel. FX OUT 1 & 2 are used to connect up to two outboard effects processors. The AUX IN 1/4" inputs in the INPUT TO MAIN section allow you to route an external stereo signal to the main mix.

The AUX IN control adjusts the volume of the external signal in the main mix. Use the 2TR IN RCA inputs to feed in external stereo signals from CD players or tape decks. The VOICE CANCELLER switch allows you to eliminate the vocals from pre-recorded music for karaoke applications.

In the OUTPUT section, the REC OUT RCA outputs send line-level signals from the mixer to a recording device, so you can finally get to work on that triple-live album you’ve always dreamed of. The MAIN 1/4" connectors are there just in case you want to connect more amps. Connect your monitor power amps or active monitor speakers to the MONITOR output.

Channel your inner sound guru

You’ll be operating this mixer like it’s second nature thanks to its simple, intuitive layout. Each channel has a three-band EQ (HIGH, MID, LOW) blue; MON(itor) level in gray; FX1 in red; FX2 in orange; PAN in black (only PMP980S); LEVEL in white. There’s also a switchable PAD and CLIP LED per channel.

Once you’ve set the levels on individual channels, it’s easy to create your MAIN and MONITOR mixers. The MAIN and MONITOR sections are nearly identical, featuring graphic 7-band EQs that allow you to adjust the sound to the room acoustics. This is where the FBQ feature comes in particularly handy. Press the FBQ IN switch to activate the Feedback Detection System. Trouble frequencies are indicated by brightly lit fader LEDs. Just lower the level of the respective frequency range until feedback disappears and the LED goes out.

The FX RET controls add the selected effect signal to the main or monitor mix. When both are completely counterclockwise, no effect is applied. The 2TR IN control adjusts the volume of the 2 Track signal, if you have connected one.

Use the MAIN MASTER/MONITOR MASTER controls to adjust the main and monitor output signals, respectively. The 5-digit LED meters give you a visual representation of these volumes. The upper LIM LED illuminates when output levels are too high, activating the internal amp protection circuit.

The POWER AMP switch toggles between the PMP980S’s three operating modes: stereo, mono and bridge (the power outputs of A and B on the back panel are added and provided at OUTPUT B).

Directly below, you’ll find the SPEAKER PROCESSING switch that activates a filter, adapting the mixer to your loudspeakers. If your speakers have a limited frequency response in the bass range, the PMP980S can adapt itself to them.

Finally, the STANDBY switch lets you mute all input channels during breaks, preventing the microphones from picking up noise or interference. You can leave all faders untouched while you play a CD via the CD/TAPE inputs.

Small, simple, superb

Small, simple events call for a lightweight, simple powered mixer, and these are the most efficient, affordable mixers for the job. They’re easy to learn, easy to operate, and with so many incredible built-in features, they make it easy to put on a show in an instant.

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