Behringer PMP6000 20-Channel Powered Mixer (1600 Watts)

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Power your PA system for less with the Behringer PMP6000. With 12 mic preamps, onboard effects and feedback detection, it's one feature-packed powered mixer.

Streamline your setup with the Behringer Europower PMP6000 powered mixer -- a 20-channel mixing console complete with a 1600-Watt power amp. Take control of your mix and your PA from one spot! Plug in up to 12 XENYX microphone preamps and 4 stereo channels, then sweeten it all with the 24-bit effects processor's 100 usable presets. FBQ Feedback Detection system helps you get more gain out of your PA system. Class-D technology used in conjunction with a switch-mode power supply ensures that this Behringer box can output massive power without massive weight or heat. All in all, Behringer's PMP6000 is well-equipped to handle your medium-sized gigs.

Lightweight, Cool Power
The PMP6000 uses Class-D technology to provide reliable, "cool" power in a lightweight 22.9-pound design. The PMP6000's Class-D amp is either on or off, delivering power only when needed and in turn, significantly reducing heat buildup that could compromise your performance. Because the unit doesn't get hot, it doesn't require heavy heat sinks to keep temperature in check. A switch-mode power supply also keeps the pounds off the PMP6000, since switching-mode power supplies don't require large, weighty transformers. Behringer designed the PMP6000 to be lightweight, reliable, and easy to transport and set up.

Your Choice: Mono or Stereo Output
To accommodate your needs in any situation, the 1600-Watt PMP6000 can operate in either mono or stereo output -- a nice feature for when you're working with vocalists, bands, read more small ensembles, or all of the above. You can run it in 2 x 800-Watt stereo mode; in 2 x 800-Watt dual mono mode, which gives you a mono version of the main signal through one powered output, plus a mono version of all monitor send signals through the second powered output; or in 1600-Watt bridged mono.

12 Mic Pres + 4 Stereo Line Inputs
Twelve XENYX mic preamps with switchable +48V phantom power allow you to use your powered mixer with either dynamic or condenser microphones. You get twelve channels for microphones, guitars, and other mono instruments, plus another 4 stereo channels. All mono channels have 3-band EQ, a switchable low-cut filter for eliminating infrasonics, and clip LEDs that show when the input signal is too hot.

Onboard Digital Effects Processor
Equipped with a 24-bit stereo FX processor, the Behringer PMP6000 gives you all the digital effect presets you need to customize your sound. You can apply the 100 presets --reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter, various multi-effects -- to any of the 16 channels, as well as to the monitors and main output. If you want to control the FX from afar, no problem -- the PMP6000 has a footswitch jack for remote on/off.

No-Nonsense Feedback Detection
Thanks to the PMP6000's FBQ Feedback Detection system, you always know which frequencies are causing feedback. Just touch the FBQ button and the red LEDs on the 7-band graphic EQ will indicate which frequencies need to be adjusted.

Useful Ins and Outs
A versatile mixer for any mid-sized venue, the PMP6000 sports CD/Tape In RCA inputs to feed in external stereo signals from CD players or tape decks, along with a karaoke-friendly Voice Canceler switch that dials down the vocals in pre-recorded music. Likewise, CD/Tape Out RCA outputs send line-level signals from the mixer to a recording device. You can use the left and right output connectors for connecting additional power amps, for example. Or connect monitor power amps or active monitor speakers to the Mon Sound output. For your convenience, powered outputs are Speakon-compatible.

Features:
- Compact 2 x 800-Watt stereo powered mixer (1600-Watt bridged mode)
- Class-D amplifier technology for powerful performance in a lightweight format -- nearly half the weight of conventional powered mixers
- 20-Channel mixer section with 12 mono and 4 stereo channels plus separate CD/Tape input/output
- 24-Bit stereo FX processor with 100 presets: reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter, various multi-effects, and more
- FBQ Feedback Detection system reveals critical frequencies for easy feedback removal
- 12 XENYX mic preamps with switchable +48V phantom power for condenser microphones
- 3-Band EQ and switchable low-cut filter for tailoring your sound to suit the room
- Clip LEDs on all mono channels for at-a-glance levels status
- Stereo 7-band graphic EQ gives precise control over the frequency of monitor or main outputs
- Voice Canceller function removes singer's voice from recordings for karaoke applications
- Selectable stereo (main L/R), double mono (main/monitor), or bridged mono amplifier operation mode
- XPQ 3D stereo surround effect adds robust sound and enhanced stereo image
- Adjustable stereo CD/Tape input for connecting external signal sources
- Multifunctional stereo preamp outputs for added flexibility
- Internal switch-mode power supply, noise-free audio, superior transient response, and low power consumption
- Rugged construction -- made to handle years of touring and gigging
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Output at 8 ohms stereo:< 300 watts per channel

Dimensions (H x W x D): 4.8" x 19.5" x 23.5" (122 x 496 x 596 mm)
Weight: 28.9 lbs (13.1 kg)

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Behringer PMP6000 Powered Mixer

The Behringer PMP6000 produces even more power (2 x 800-Watt stereo, 1600-Watt bridged mode) than its predecessor, while maintaining a famously low weight and high efficiency. The PMP6000 employs Class-D technology including a switch-mode power supply, significantly reducing weight and heat. The 20-channel PMP6000 features 12 built-in XENYX preamps, with 24-bit FX processors and FBQ Feedback Detection.

Features:

- Ultra-compact 2 x 800-Watt stereo powered mixer (1600 Watt bridged mode)
- Revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology: enormous power, incredible sonic performance and super-light weight
- Ultra-compact design at nearly half the weight of conventional powered mixers
- 20-channel mixer section features 12 mono and 4 stereo channels plus separate CD/Tape input/output
- 2 studio-grade 24-bit stereo FX processors with 100 awesome presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and various multi-effects
- Revolutionary FBQ Feedback Detection system instantly reveals critical frequencies for easy feedback removal
- 12 high-quality XENYX Mic Preamps with switchable +48 V phantom power for condenser microphones
- Effective, extremely musical 3-band EQ, switchable Low cut filter, and Clip LEDs on all mono channels
- Stereo 7-band graphic EQ allows precise frequency correction of monitor or main outputs
- Voice Canceller function removes singer's voice from recordings for karaoke applications
- Selectable stereo (main L/R), double mono (main/monitor) or bridged mono amplifier operation mode
- Speaker Processing function adjusts frequency response to match professional speaker systems like Behringer Eurolive series, etc.
- Standby switch mutes all mic input channels during breaks while background music is provided via CD/Tape input
- Breathtaking XPQ 3D stereo surround effect for more vitality and enhanced stereo image
- Adjustable stereo 2-Track input for connecting external line sources
- Multi-functional stereo Preamp outputs for added flexibility
- Internal switch-mode power supply, noise-free audio, superior transient response and very low power consumption
- High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
- Conceived and designed by Behringer Germany

Class-D Technology

Instead of operating relatively continuously like Class AB circuits, Class-D amps switch on and off thousands of times per second, delivering power only when needed. In other words, the amplifier is either fully on or fully off, which significantly reduces power losses from the output devices given off as heat. Less heat means the amps don't need massive heat sinks, and that means Bthey can be made lighter. Behringer's no-compromise design means the Behringer PMP6000 will deliver full power with incredible fidelity all night long, without the need for lengthy rest cycles.

When used in conjunction with switching-mode power supplies, which don't require huge and heavy transformers, the Class-D amplifiers inside the Behringer PMP6000 provide tremendous dynamic punch and superior fidelity. The resulting system is much lighter, making it easy to transport and set up.

Massive Mono or Stunning Stereo

The Behringer PMP6000 gives you the choice of 2 x 800-Watt stereo, 2 x 800-Watt dual mono mode (giving you a mono version of the main signal through one powered output plus a mono version of all monitor send signals through the second powered input) or 1,600-Watt bridged mono sound. Whether the center of attention happens to be a folk trio, a speech, or a synth-rock band with mind-boggling stereo patches, the PMP6000 can accommodate. This sonic versatility also makes it an excellent choice for churches, where vocals and stereo recordings often share face time.

Classic Control, State-of-the-Art Sound

Leave the mic preamps at home, because the quality of sound that was once only available in the studio is ready to go wherever you do. Built-in, boutique-caliber mic preamps with switchable +48 V phantom power make it possible to use either dynamic or condenser mics with the PMP Series. The Behringer PMP6000 gives you 12 mic inputs.

Built-in Digital Effects Processor

The generation of PMP mixers come equipped with 24-bit FX processors, giving you 100 mind-blowing digital effect presets such as delay, chorus and reverb. Apply them to any channel, as well as to the monitors and main output. In case you're pulling double duty as sound engineer and performer, the FX processors features a footswitch jack for remote on/off . Of course, if you have treasured outboard gear you've grown attached to, these mixers can integrate them into the mix while leaving out the built-in FX processor.

Flexibility

The Behringer PMP Series gives you excellent flexibility to accommodate whatever a performance requires. You get 12 channels for mics, guitars and other mono instruments. Stereo channels 13-20 are designed to work in pairs as stereo channels, or independently for more mono instruments. All mono channels have 3-band EQ, switchable Low cut filter for eliminating infrasonics, and Clip LEDs to indicate when the input signal is too hot.

A standby switch mutes all mic channels during breaks, preventing the microphones from picking up noise or interference. You can leave all faders untouched while you play a CD via the CD/TAPE inputs.

The FBQ Feedback Detection system automatically shows you which frequencies are causing feedback. Just touch the FBQ button and watch the red LEDs on the 7-band graphic EQ pinpoint show you which frequencies to adjust for optimized sound, without the feedback.

Inputs and Outputs

Use the CD/Tape In RCA inputs to feed in external stereo signals from CD players or tape decks. The Voice Canceler switch eliminates the vocals from pre-recorded music for instant karaoke applications.

CD/Tape Out RCA outputs send line-level signals from the mixer to a recording device. The left and right output connectors can be used for a variety of purposes, including connecting more power amps. Connect monitor power amps or active monitor speakers to the Mon Sound output. Powered outputs on these mixers are available in professional Speakon-compatible format.

Small, Simple, Superb

Medium-sized events call for a lightweight, easy-to-use powered mixer. At 28.9 pounds, the Behringer PMP6000 powered mixer is the most efficient, affordable mixer for the job. With technological advantages and incredible built-in features, it's easier than ever to lend exceptional sound quality to all kinds of public performances.

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (23 ratings)
Submitted August 15, 2010 by a customer from aol.com

"Musicians on a budget, that need a PA. Get This"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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This thing should last a long time. It's class d amp technology, I don't understand how it works, but it does. This machine ran for 10 hours straight and stayed cool to the touch. fans are quiet. the standby button is a very nice feature. (kills sound to all channels) I love this thing. If you can't get a good sound with it, then you don't know what you're doing. I would buy it again if stolen. Behringer gets a bad rap, while it is true thier earlier stuff had some quality control issues, this is the second piece of gear I have bought from them, and it works very well.

Sound
The Preamps on this unit are fantastic. They are clean and give alot of headroom. Being the singer, It's important to me for the words to get across in live situations. For fun, we hooked this up and recorded live, just some musical ideas. Put a mic in front of each guitar cabinet and vocal. The PFL button. (pre fader level) helped me achieve a very clean sound without clipping. The effects are useable, it will take a little bit of time to dial in the effects for your situation.

Features
This thing is full of features. If you dont like the built in effects, you can run outboard effects. The Overall EQ is decent. No it is not a 32 band eq. It's 7. It's enough to dial in a better overall sound. The Stereo imaging feature was very nice. Also love that this unit has the behringer speaker processor. In case youre mains can't handle lows very well. read more Feedback kill function works mice as well.

Ease of Use
Well, great sound is all in the listener's ears. It didnt' take me much time at all. Read the manual, then hook it up. I ran 2 mains in stereo at 8ohms. This was loud enough to compete with a drummer, 2 guitar players and a bass player. For drums, either get another small board, or run 3 mics. 2 overhead, one of the kick. The sound from this thing was just unreal. Very good.

Quality
Product seems well built. no blemishes, cosmetics are ok. I plan on using this on the road...but a case is something I need to invest in.

Value
For the price range, this is the most xlr inputs I could find. I needed a power amp or a powered mixer. This this fits my needs well. After shopping for several months, I decided on this unit. It allows the opportunity to grow as money and maturity allow. (you can add another power amp, you can add outboard effects or eq. It even has an out for a sub, with a built in limiter. I would have liked to see the build in compressor in this unit, but it has a lot of features that are useable. Took no time in getting used to the layout.

Manufacturer Support
haven't contacted them.

The Wow Factor
It looks decent. Sex appeal...well if red and orange get you off you're gonna love it. Sitting in our rehersal space, yes it is pretty impressive.

Musical Background:
active musician, Recording Engineer

Musical Style:
Rock, Alternative, Metal,
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