Rolls RM82 8-channel commercial mixer
Best rack-mount mixer for professional boardroom and house of worship installations.
This 8-channel rack mixer offers versatile sound reinforcement for professional installations. Its 1U rack-mountable design is ideal for boardrooms, houses of worship, or expanding existing systems. Each channel features a balanced XLR mic input with selectable +48V phantom power and a 1/4" input configurable as a Channel Insert or Direct Output. Individual controls for trim, level, and 2-band tone allow for precise sound shaping. Connectivity includes a main balanced XLR output and a pre-fader RCA output, with an RCA Aux Buss In for cascading mixers.
$319.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
524
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#524 in Audio Mixers
Price vs Category Average
-67%
Below average
Channels
8
Who it's for
- Facility managers requiring automated ducking for clear public announcements
- System integrators building reliable, permanent commercial audio setups
- AV technicians managing diverse microphones and media player inputs
Who should skip it
- Sound engineers needing precise EQ control for individual audio sources
- Mobile users preferring standard XLR or TRS connectivity
- Users mixing condenser microphones with dynamic mics or line sources
Performance breakdown
Installation Versatility
The 1U rack-mount design fits seamlessly into any professional audio rack.
Input Flexibility
Configurable 1/4-inch jacks allow for creative routing and signal processing options.
System Scalability
Aux Buss inputs make linking multiple units for larger setups effortless.
Signal Control
Individual trim and tone controls provide essential shaping for basic sound reinforcement.
Build Durability
Sturdy analog construction ensures reliable performance in demanding commercial environments.
Phantom Power Utility
Per-channel phantom power provides necessary support for diverse microphone collections.
Key Specs
Channels
8
Inputs
8 x balanced XLR, 8 x unbalanced 1/4", 1 x unbalanced RCA
Outputs
1 x balanced XLR, 1 x unbalanced RCA, 8 x unbalanced 1/4"
Phantom Power
Selectable +48V DC on each XLR channel
Equalizer
2-band tone control (up to 12 dB cut) per channel
Form Factor
1U rack-mountable design
Dimensions
19"W x 1-3/4"H x 8.75"D
Weight
7 lbs.
Know before you buy
Yes. Each of the eight XLR channels features selectable +48V phantom power, allowing you to power condenser microphones individually on a per-channel basis.
These jacks are highly versatile and can be configured as either channel inserts for external processors or as direct outputs for routing individual signals to a recording device or secondary system.
Yes, you can link multiple units using the RCA Aux Buss In. This allows you to cascade mixers and expand your input capacity for larger installations.
Yes, each channel is equipped with 2-band tone controls that offer up to 12 dB of cut, which is sufficient for basic frequency adjustments in boardrooms or houses of worship.
Yes, the RM82 is designed with a 1U rack-mountable form factor, making it easy to integrate into standard 19-inch equipment racks.
The pre-fader RCA output provides a clean signal that is independent of the main level controls. It is ideal for recording purposes or for feeding a secondary system without affecting the main mix.
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