Tascam MZ-372 - Industrial Grade Audio Zone Mixer

Designed for permanent installation, the TASCAM MZ-372 offers versatile routing, mixing, and control of multiple audio sources in an attractive easy-to-operate 3U package. For maximium flexability, source content can include music, spoken word (microphone), turntable, and more - all easily controlled via familiar sliders and assignment controls.

Flexible I/O

The MZ-372 allows multiple audio sources (19 total) to be mixed, muted, and routed to two (2) redundant outputs, controlled by familiar volume sliders and assignment buttons.  Input signals can be inserted via six (6) audio channels, each consisting of two (2) sets of unbalanced RCA-type stereo pairs, and six (6) XLR inputs for a total of twelve (12) sets of RCA-type inputs and six (6) XLR inputs.  In addition, channels 2/3/4 can be set to accommodate phono-level signals for use with a turntable. Lastly, and located conveniently on the front panel, one additional XLR input is available driving a studio quality mic preamp and ducking circuit for easy voiceover and announcement work.

Multiple  Zone Outputs

Twin outputs each feature a combination of balanced XLR or RCA unbalanced connectors for easy integration into virtually any audio system. This flexibility allows combinations of microphones, CD/DVD/Blu-ray players, instruments - or any other audio source - to be selected or muted, and sent simultaneously to the dual outputs, each with it’s own volume control. Finally, the convenient “talkover” function will automatically lower any mixed channel source so the microphone connected to the front panel can easily be can be heard in whichever zones you choose.

Easy, Immediate Control

Familiar volume sliders, switches/buttons, EQ knobs, and mute buttons make the MZ-372 simple and fast to operate and set up.  There is even a master recording stereo output, which can send audio to an external recorder which makes event or music performance capturing easy.  The Booth outputs provide another stereo feed with independent control for additional monitoring.

Features:

• Maximum flexibility for audio routing, input selection, and multiple redundant output flow, perfect for integrator, musical instrument, and residential applications
• Multiple inputs include 12 sets of stereo RCA-type, 6 selectable mic/line XLR, and a dedicated front-panel XLR mic input; 19 total input “sets”
• Channel audio sources can easily be selected, muted, and contoured via simple volume sliders, toggle switches/buttons, and knobs
• Two redundant output channels each with stereo XLR balanced and unbalanced RCA-type connectors; each with separate volume control
• Separate stereo booth, recording, and headphone outputs each with independent control
• One additional mic-compatible XLR input on the front panel with “Talkover” function automatically lowering source audio
• Independent three-band EQ per each of the 5 channels and a two-band EQ on the additional front panel microphone input
• Compact 3U rack mount design

MZ-372 SPECIFICATIONS

MZ-372

Audio inputs

MAIN MIC INPUT (BALANCED) jacks

Connectors                           XLR-3-31 (1 GND, 2 HOT, 3 COLD)

6.3mm (1/4”) standard TRS jacks (Tip HOT, Ring COLD, Sleeve GND)

Input impedance                  33 kΩ

Nominal input level              -65 dBu (VOLUME knob at MAX)

Nominal input level              -10 dBu (VOLUME knob at MIN)

Gain range                           55 dB

INPUTS MIC (BALANCED) jacks

Connectors                           XLR-3-31 (1 GND, 2 HOT, 3 COLD)

Set to MIC

Maximum input level             -10 dBu

Minimum input level                -65 dBu

Input impedance                      33 kΩ

Set to LINE

Nominal input level                  -1 dBu

Maximum input level                 20 dBu

Input impedance                       22 kΩ

INPUTS LINE (UNBALANCED) jacks

Connectors                           RCA pin jacks

Nominal input level                   -10 dBV

Maximum input level                 10 dBV

Input impedance                        22 kΩ

Audio outputs

MAIN OUTPUTS (UNBALANCED) jacks

Connectors                           RCA pin jacks

Rated output level                    -10 dBV

Maximum output level                 6 dBV

Output impedance                      200 Ω

MAIN OUTPUTS (BALANCED) jacks

Connectors                           XLR-3-32 (1 GND, 2 HOT, 3 COLD)

Rated output level                      4 dBu

Maximum output level                 24 dBu

Output impedance                       200 Ω

SUB OUTPUT connectors

Connectors                           RCA pin jacks

Rated output level                        -16 dBV

Maximum output level                   0 dBV

Output impedance                         200 Ω

MONITOR OUT jacks

Connectors                           RCA pin jacks

Rated output level                        -16 dBV

Maximum output level                    0 dBV

Output impedance                          200 Ω

PHONES jack

Connectors                                     6.3mm (1/4”) standard stereo jack

Maximum output                             50 mW + 50 mW (into 32 Ω load)

Audio performance

Frequency response

20 Hz–20 kHz

Distortion

0.03% or less

Crosstalk

65 dB

General

Power

Dedicated AC adapter (TASCAM PS-M1524)

Input voltage                                    AC 100–240V ~, 50/60Hz

Output voltage                                  DC 15V

Output current                                   2.4 A

Power consumption

35 W

Dimensions

482.0 (19”) × 132.0 (5 1/8”) × 93.2 mm (3 5/8”) (width × height × depth, including protrusions)

Weight

3.2 kg (7.05 lb)