Dynacord CMS 1600-3 16-Channel Mixer

The Dynacord CMS 1600-3 is a 16-channel analog mixer for live sound mixing, in any venue. The 1600-3 features 16 channels with high-performance preamps that deliver clean, clear audio with minimal noise. The CMS offers 12 mono channels and 4 stereo channels, making signal routing simple and easy. Two effects send controls, two aux sends, and two monitor sends across all channels makes further processing extremely easy, making this perfect as a monitoring hub or as a front-of-house desk. Rounded out by a USB audio interface with four playback channels, four recording channels, and MIDI compatibility, this mixer is incredibly connective and expandable.

This analog mixer also provides a staggering range of processing options, with fixed 80 Hz low-cut filter and voice filter on mono channels for cleaning up sounds, and three-band EQ with a sweepable mid control for further sound sculpting. The desk also features a stereo graphic EQ that can be routed to the master channel, or either of its two monitor outputs for extra precision. To add that final touch of quality to your mixes, the CMS also features dual effects units with 100 factory presets, 20 user slots, and adjustable parameters to complete any sources you send to it, with reverbs, delays, or modulation.

Extreme connectivity

The 1600-3 offers 12 mono channels with 4 stereo channels, as well as two aux sends, effects sends, and monitor sends per channel. This makes it incredibly simple to use and flexible. Perfect for expanding with other signal processors, input sources, as a sidecar mixer, or purely for monitoring. However, it’s still great for front-of-house mixing too. Plus, a built-in USB audio interface with four playback channels, four recording channels, lets you play backing tracks or playlists from computers or tablets, capture live sets in their entirety, or record in studio spaces. MIDI functionality via this USB connection also allows you to run keyboards or synthesizers live.

Deep processing possibilities

The final finishing touches and extra polish to really bring the best out of live sets relies on both internal and external processing options offered by your mixer of choice. The CMS shines here too, with two aux sends on each channel allowing connections to outboard gear, as well as its dual built-in effects units. Dynacord’s mixers have become beloved for their reverbs, which are all present on this powered model, as well as delay and modulation effects, letting you add space and depth to any sound source. 100 factory presets and 20 user slots give you plenty of flexibility for saving and loading your own custom effects chains, or picking pre-designed ones by Dynacord for quickly achieving great-sounding mixes.

Features

• 16-channel analog mixer ideal for live sound mixing in small-to-moderately sized venues
• 16 high-grade low-noise preamps capture and reproduce sound accurately
• Six auxilliary buses with two switchable pre or post-fader
• Pre-fader listening switch per channel for easy monitoring
• Two built-in effects processors offer access to delays, reverbs, and modulation
• 100 factory presets and 20 user slots for loading and saving effects
• Phantom power for running condenser microphones
• Two aux sends, monitor sends, and FX sends per channel
• 12 mono channels with three-band EQ with sweepable mid and pan controls
• 4 stereo channels with balance controls
• Powered desk lamp input for easier control under dim conditions
• RCA connectivity to CD players and 2-track tape machines
• Record send allows you to capture live sets to a range of recording devices
• Built-in USB audio interface with 4 playback tracks for audio input, and 4 recording tracks for audio output
• MIDI via USB also available on interface, ideal for running samplers, drum machines, keyboards, or synthesizers live
• Monitor outputs for creating separate monitor mixes for on-stage playback
• Perfect for front-of-house mixing or running a separate monitor station

Specifications

• Channels (Mono + Stereo): 12 + 4
• Auxiliaries (MON, FX, AUX): 2 Pre, 2 Post, 2 Pre/Post Switchable
• MIC GAIN (Mono / Stereo): 0 to +60 dB/+10 to +60 dB
• LINE/CD/USB GAIN (Stereo): -10 to +20 dB
• THD, at 1 kHz, MBW = 80 kHz:
  • MIC input to Master A L/R outputs, +16 dBu, typical: <0.005%
• Frequency Response, -3 dB, ref. 1 kHz, any input to any Mixer output: 15 Hz to 70 kHz
• Crosstalk, 1 kHz:
  • Fader & FX/AUX/MON-Send attenuation: > 85 dB
  • Channel to Channel: < -80 dB
  • CMRR, MIC input, 1 kHz: > 80 dB
• Input Sensitivity, all level controls in max. position:
  • MIC: -74 dBu (155 µV)
  • LINE (Mono): -54 dBu (1.55 mV)
  • LINE (Stereo): -34 dBu (15.5 mV)
  • CD (Stereo): -34 dBu (15.5 mV)
• Maximum Level, mixing desk:
  • MIC inputs: + 21 dBu
  • Mono Line inputs: + 41 dBu
  • Stereo Line inputs: + 30 dBu
  • All other inputs: + 22 dBu
  • All other outputs: + 22 dBu
• Input Impedances:
  • MIC: 2 kΩ
  • Insert Return: > 3.3 kΩ
  • 2-Track Return and CD In: 10 kΩ
  • All other inputs: > 15 kΩ
• Output Impedances:
  • Phones: 47Ω
  • All other outputs: 75Ω
• Equivalent Input Noise, MIC input, A-weighted, 150 ohms: -130 dBu
• Noise, Channel inputs to Master A L/R outputs, A-weighted:
  • Master fader down: -97 dBu
  • Master fader 0 dB, Channel fader down: -89 dBu
  • Master fader 0 dB, Channel fader 0 dB, Channel gain unity: -82 dBu
• Equalization:
  • LO Shelving: ±15 dB / 60 Hz
  • MID Peaking, mono inputs: ±15 dB / 100 Hz to 8 kHz
  • MID Peaking, stereo inputs: ±12 dB / 2.4 kHz
  • HI Shelving: ±15 dB / 12 kHz
  • Master EQ 11-band: ±10 dB / Q = 1.5 to 2.5 (63, 125, 250, 400, 630, 1k, 1.6k, 2.5k, 4k, 6.3k, 12kHz)
• Filter:
  • LO-CUT, mono inputs: f = 80 Hz, 18 dB/oct.
  • VOICE FILTER, mono inputs: switchable
  • FEEDBACK FILTER, MON 1/2: 70 Hz to 7 kHz, Notch, -9 dB
• Effects:
  • Type: Dual stereo 24/48-bit multi effects processors
  • Effects presets: 100 Factory + 20 User, Tap-Delay
  • Remote control: Footswitch, MIDI
  • Display: 128 x 64 pixels, OLED
• Digital Audio Interface:
  • Channels: 4 In / 4 Out
  • AD/DA Conversion: 24-bit
  • Sampling Rate: 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 kHz
  • PC Interface: USB 2.0, Female Type B
  • Supported OS:
    • Windows: Windows Vista, 7, 8 and 10, both 32- and 64-bit versions
    • MacOS: Mac OS X (Intel) V2.0.7, Mac OS X (Intel) V2.1.7, Mac OS X Mountain Lion, Mac OS X Yosemite, Mac OS X High Sierra. Support for Mac OS X Big Sur (11.0) is not available.
  • MIDI Interface: 5-pin DIN connector, In / Out
  • Protection:
    • Mixer Outputs (Relay controlled): MON 1, MON 2, MASTER A
    • Switching Mode Power Supply (μC controlled): Mains Over/Undervoltage, High Temperature
  • Phantom Power, switchable in groups: 48 V DC
  • Power Requirements (SMPS with auto range mains input): 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 663.5 x 155 x 498.5 mm
  • Weight: 12 kg