SPL Audio 2170 MixDream XP Mk2 Analog 16-in-2 Class A Rack Summing Mixer

The puristic summing mixer with Class A technology.

As an analog 16-in-2 Class A summing device, Mixdream XP Mk2 offers impressive sound quality and brings together single tracks in a musical way. The spatial depth of the stereo stage and the harmonic coherency of the summed signals make mixing through an analog summing device a very special experience.

The Mk2 generation of the Mixdream XP offers the same outstanding audio quality as its  predecessor thanks to the internal audio operating voltage of +/-30 V. In addition to the new  design and an even better feel, the Mixdream XP Mk2 offers another new feature:  the individually switchable -18 dB level attenuation for the last four stereo channels.  This is how the analog summing gets the best out of every mix!

Analog Summing

Analog summing with the MixDream XP Mk2 brings intense depth, precise localisation and impressive spatiality. Individual instruments mix with smooth transitions.  

For the analog summing, individual tracks from the computer are sent via D/A converters into the MixDream XP Mk2. These are summed in the Mixdream XP Mk2 and then recorded again as a stereo signal via an A/D converter in the DAW software. The MixDream XP Mk2 is designed for stereo summing of up to 16 audio tracks at the analog level. In combination with digital production systems, the advantages of analog and digital techniques can thus be ideally combined: digital convenience is complemented by the sound quality that until now only the best analog consoles have been able to deliver. Conceptually, the reduction to highquality analog summing without panorama controls and faders offers the great advantage of being able to retain the entire scope of computer automation. So when using the MixDream XP Mk2, the usual workflow with the DAW does not have to be  changed, all techniques and options of a DAW can still be used without any restrictions.

Mono switch 

The first four channel pairs of the MixDream XP Mk2 (1/2 to 7/8) can be switched from stereo to mono via the Mono switch (red status LED lights up). This is important for mono signals that should be positioned exactly in the center of the mix (kick, snare, lead vocal, bass, ...).  In stereo mode, the two channels are generally panned hard left/ right. This basic setting is useful for all stereo signals. Panorama settings and automation of the DAW remain perfectly unchanged.

Mono switch 

The first four channel pairs of the MixDream XP Mk2 (1/2 to 7/8) can be switched from stereo to mono via the Mono switch (red status LED lights up). This is important for mono signals that should be positioned exactly in the center of the mix (kick, snare, lead vocal, bass, ...).  In stereo mode, the two channels are generally panned hard left/ right. This basic setting is useful for all stereo signals. Panorama settings and automation of the DAW remain perfectly unchanged.

-18 dB switch

The level of the last four channel pairs of the MixDream XP Mk2 (9/10 to 15/16) can be attenuated by 18 dB via the -18 dB switch (blue status LED lights up). Low level signals in the mix can thus be played back and get converted with a higher level, therefore with a higher digital resolution, from the DAW. 

Output control

The Output control adjusts the output level of the  MixDream XP Mk2. The control range covers -10 dB to +5 dB.  The output control can be used to ensure perfect control for following A/D converters. This preserves more details and sonic characteristics. 

Variable Output switch

The output controller is switched on or off with the  Variable Output switch.  When the Variable Output switch is deactivated, the input level is maintained at 1:1 (Unity Gain). 

Inputs

MixDream XP MK2 has 16 inputs with DB25  connectors. Here the analog outputs of a D/A converter are connected, which plays the tracks to be summed out of the DAW. The DB25 sockets are assigned according to the Tascam standard.

Main Output

MixDream XP MK2 has 16 inputs with DB25 connectors. Here the analog outputs of a D/A converter are  connected, which plays the tracks to be summed  out of the DAW.

Monitor Output

The Monitor Output is connected in parallel to the Master Output and provides the stereo mix for a monitor controller or a pair of studio 

Expansion Input

If 16 channels are not enough when summing, another  MixDream XP Mk2 can be connected to the Expansion Input. The expansion input switch on the front of the Mixdream XP Mk2 is used to switch the Expansion Input on or off. monitoring speakers.

Looks great, feels great – and lasts for a lifetime

MixDream XP Mk2 has a 4 mm thick, black anodized aluminum front panel and aluminum knobs milled from solid. The housing is made of high-quality steel and is powder-coated in elegant black.

Sounds good

With all SPL devices we develop not only according to plan, but also by ear. Many important components are installed on the circuit boards using Through-hole technology. This way we can ensure that we can use the best sounding components.

Home is where the heart is

That’s why we manufacture all devices in our own production facility in Niederkrüchten on the Lower Rhine, Germany.