Roland Systems Group Unveils 32-Channel iPad Controlled V-Mixer

	Roland Systems Group 32-channel iPad controlled V-Mixer

Roland Systems Group introduces the Roland M-200i a compact mixing solution for users who want the flexibility and mobility of comprehensive iPad control fused with the precision of a professional digital mixing console. The professional Roland M-200i V-Mixer is a powerful addition to the V-Mixing system line-up that includes solutions for live sound with consoles, digital snakes, integrated playback/record, and personal mixing.

The iPad app is fully functional on all key aspects of the M-200i mixing and control parameters. It not only contains the typical preamp control, pan, high pass filters, and extensive PEQ and GEQ control, it also includes the ability to store and recall scenes, adjust compressors and gates, sends on faders, effect editing, and many other controls. This app enables complete remote control of a mix from any location in the room.

Wirelessly connect using a router plugged into the LAN port on the M-200i or use the Roland wireless connect adapter (WNA1100-RL) plugged into a USB port. Additionally, users can connect an iPad using a multi-pin iPad cable included with the M-200i that not only provides wired connectivity but also charges the iPad.

The physical console features a 32-channel architecture with 17 motorized faders, eight AUX, four matrix, eight DCAs, 24 physical inputs, and 14 outputs (expandable to 64 x 54). In addition to the physical inputs the M-200i can mix in audio sources from the USB port (flash key). If the user does not have an iPad available, the console is fully controllable via the built in LCD screen along with buttons to navigate all the mixing parameters in the M-200i. According to the company, this digital mixing console provides increased flexibility, control, and accuracy -- all in an iPad along with a tactile control surface.

Offering an intuitive and precise feature, it has touch and turn that allows the user to touch a particular parameter on the iPad and control it with a physical knob on the console, the company says.

The M-200i also includes a Roland Ethernet Audio Communication (REAC) port that allows expandability options including multi-channel playback/recording, additional remote physical inputs, and personal mixing system. The REAC port can expand the number of physical inputs by connecting one of the digital snakes heads such as the S-1608 a 16-input, eight-output box connected via a single, inexpensive Cat5e/6 cable. In addition, the REAC port can provides live multi-channel recording using Cakewalks SONAR Producer.

For performing musicians wanting the best possible sound quality and flexibility in their monitor mix plus the added benefit of reduced stage noise, the Roland M-200i also supports the M-48 personal mixing system.

The Roland M-200i is making its debut at the InterBEE show in Tokyo on November 14 and is expected to be available in January 2013.