Vestax Debuts PMC-500 Mixer at Summer NAMM

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Vestax introduced the new rack-mount PMC-500 Professional Mixer at NAMM. It features five channels, each complete with a three band Isolator (High, Mid, Low) and seven segment LED level indicator, plus an extensive array of I/O options.

Line In (RCA) and Phono (RCA) inputs on each channel feed the 60mm Tight Torque faders. Effects Level controls are also provided on each channel for fine tuning and separating effects when routing audio to the unit's AUX send output.

Two dedicated Mic channels offer 1/4" unbalanced inputs, while Mic 1 also features a balanced XLR input. For additional flexibility, the Mic channels can also be used as line channels via top panel RCA inputs (indicated by an LED when active).

For external effects linking, the PMC-500 provides an Auxillary Send and Return with separate level controls. The AUX SEND is selectable to Pre, Off, or Post with its own Cue switch. The AUX RCV (Return) is linked to its own seven segment LED readout for active level metering. Dual Master outputs and a dedicated Booth output all feature limitable outputs (-10dB/0dB) that can be pre-set via an attenuation switch under the top panel. The Booth output also has a dedicated two band EQ (Hi, Low) and Booth Mute (100%) switch. A headphone control section features two band EQ (Low, Hi) and selectable SPLIT CUE and STEREO CUE modes. The PMC-500 includes Vestax's PCV crossfader with our pre-selectable crossfader curve settings are included to fit long or short throw mixing styles. The crossfader is also field-replaceable for zero downtime.

Finally, the PMC-500 offers an emergency Fire Alarm MUTE function that mutes the mixer's output, allowing only the mic channel to function in an emergency.

The Vestax PMC-500 will be available fall 2003, with a suggested retail price to be announced.

For more information, visit their web site at www.vestax.com.