Product Overview

The Midas M32C rack digital mixer delivers the complete processing capability of the full-size M32 LIVE console in a 1U rack-mount chassis, making it the preferred choice for installations where a physical mixing surface is either impractical or unnecessary. As a rack mount digital audio mixer with 40 input channels and 25 mix buses, the M32C is controlled entirely via the free M32-EDIT software (Windows, macOS, Linux) or via iPad using the M32-MIX app placing front-of-house control wherever it is most useful. This rack digital mixing console for live and studio production shares the identical DSP engine as the M32 LIVE, and pairs with a Midas DL16 or DL32 stage box over AES50 to complete a full-featured, high-channel-count digital mixing system. Current pricing on the M32C represents a strong value opportunity for facilities and integrators sourcing a professional rack console at this capability level.

Product Description

The M32C is built around the same 0.8 ms audio engine and DSP architecture found in the M32 LIVE, providing 40 input channels, 25 mix buses, 8 DCA groups, 6 mute groups, and 8 true-stereo virtual effects engines all within a 1U aluminum and steel rack chassis. Because the M32C has no onboard mic preamps, it requires an AES50 stage box such as the Midas DL16 or DL32 to connect microphones and line sources; the dual AES50 ports on the M32C support up to 96 remote inputs and 48 output channels simultaneously via shielded Cat5e. All mixing functions EQ, dynamics, routing, gain, effects are controlled through M32-EDIT (free for PC, Mac, and Linux), M32-MIX for iPad, or M32-Q for individual monitor control on iPhone or Android devices. The USB 2.0 expansion slot (pre-installed with the DN32-USB card) provides 32 x 32 channels of multitrack audio and 16 MIDI channels to a connected DAW, enabling direct recording from live events or studio sessions. An onboard ULTRANET port feeds up to 16 channels of digital audio directly to Behringer POWERPLAY P16-M personal monitor mixers without additional hardware. The M32C’s expansion slot accepts optional cards for MADI, ADAT, or Audinate Dante networking, making it adaptable to a wide range of installation and broadcast environments. For facilities that need the full M32 experience with an onboard surface, the Midas M32 LIVE and M32R LIVE are also available at Creation Networks.

Key Features

• 40-Channel Processing, 25 Mix Buses Full M32 DSP in a rack chassis: 40 input channels, 16 aux buses, 6 matrix buses, main LR, and mono bus, with parametric EQ and dynamics on every channel and bus.
• 1U Rack-Mount Form Factor High-performance aluminum and steel chassis fits standard 19″ rack enclosures, ideal for installed AV systems, broadcast racks, and studio machine rooms where console surface space is not available.
• Same DSP as M32 LIVE Identical 0.8 ms audio engine and processing architecture as the M32 LIVE, including 8 DCA groups, 6 mute groups, and 100-band RTA on all channel and bus EQs.
• Free Remote Control Software M32-EDIT for PC, Mac, and Linux provides full console control with virtual faders and parameter editing; M32-MIX for iPad supports up to 10 simultaneous wireless connections for front-of-house and monitor control.
• Dual AES50 Ports (up to 96 Inputs) Klark Teknik SuperMAC AES50 ports accept up to 96 remote inputs and 48 output channels from connected DL16 or DL32 stage boxes over shielded Cat5e cable at distances up to 100 meters.
• USB Multitrack Recording (32×32) Onboard DN32-USB expansion card delivers 32 x 32 channels of audio plus 16 MIDI channels to a DAW via USB 2.0, enabling high-track-count recording from live events or tracking sessions.
• 8 True-Stereo Virtual FX Engines Eight assignable stereo effects processors with modeled reverbs, delays, dynamics, and EQs including emulations of the Lexicon 480L, Teletronix LA-2A, and Fairchild 670 eliminate the need for external outboard gear.
• ULTRANET Personal Monitoring Onboard ULTRANET port sends 16 channels of 24-bit digital audio directly to Behringer P16-M personal monitor mixers, supporting up to 64 individual users via P16-D distributors.
• AES50 Stage Box Required for Mic/Line Inputs The M32C has no onboard analog inputs; a Midas DL16 or DL32 stage box connected via AES50 is required to accept microphones and line-level sources.
• Expansion Slot for MADI, ADAT, or Dante The onboard expansion slot accepts optional Klark Teknik cards (DN32-MADI, DN32-ADAT, DN32-DANTE) for integration with broadcast, recording, and networked audio infrastructures.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studios and production facilities requiring a professional mixing engine in a compact rack footprint
• Fixed AV installations in auditoriums, conference centers, and multi-purpose venues where a permanent operator surface is not needed
• Recording studios using the M32C as a DAW interface and mix engine paired with a DL16 in a tracking room
• Houses of worship with dedicated production rooms requiring full M32 processing without a large console surface
• Live sound applications where the M32C is paired with one or two DL32 stage boxes and controlled from a laptop or iPad at front-of-house

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How is the M32C different from the M32 LIVE?

The M32C contains the same DSP engine and processing architecture as the M32 LIVE but omits the physical mixing surface there are no onboard faders, touchscreen, or channel controls. All mixing is done via M32-EDIT software or the M32-MIX iPad app. The M32C also has no onboard analog inputs; a connected AES50 stage box is required to accept mic and line signals.

Q: Does the M32C have onboard microphone preamps?

No. The M32C has no onboard analog inputs or microphone preamps. To connect microphones and line sources, an AES50 stage box such as the Midas DL16 (16 inputs) or DL32 (32 inputs) must be connected to one of the M32C’s AES50 ports via Cat5e cable.

Q: What software is used to control the M32C?

The primary control application is M32-EDIT, which is available as a free download for Windows, macOS, and Linux. M32-EDIT provides full console control including fader levels, EQ, dynamics, routing, and effects. The M32C connects to a computer via its Ethernet port using a standard network cable or wireless router.

Q: Can the M32C be controlled from an iPad or tablet?

Yes. The M32-MIX app for iPad connects to the M32C over a wired or wireless Ethernet network. Up to 10 iPad devices can be connected simultaneously, allowing multiple engineers to control front-of-house and monitor mixes from different locations. The M32-Q app is also available for iPhone and Android for individual monitor mix control.

Q: Does the M32C support USB multitrack recording?

Yes. The M32C ships with the Klark Teknik DN32-USB expansion card pre-installed, providing 32 x 32 channels of audio plus 16 MIDI channels to a DAW via USB 2.0. The expansion slot can alternatively accept DN32-ADAT, DN32-MADI, or DN32-DANTE cards for other recording and network audio workflows.

Q: What stage box is required to connect microphones to the M32C?

Any AES50-compatible stage box can be used. Midas offers the DL16 (16 inputs, 8 outputs) and DL32 (32 inputs, 16 outputs) as purpose-built companions to the M32C. Both are available at Creation Networks and connect to the M32C via a single shielded Cat5e cable at distances up to 100 meters.

Q: What is the warranty on the M32C?

The Midas M32C is backed by Midas’s standard warranty program. Please contact Creation Networks or refer to the Midas website for current warranty terms applicable to your region.