Rane TTM56S Performance Mixer

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For vinyl purists, the Rane TTM-56S mixer is the workhorse of the DJ world -- with 4 phono/line switchable inputs, effects send/returns, and magnetic faders.

The TTM 56 has been the world's most popular performance mixer for many years. Rane takes performance mixer design as seriously as performing DJs take their art form. The TTM56S is flexible, durable, and feature packed. The audio quality of the TTM56S qualifies it for use in the most demanding live venue, recording studio or live broadcast applications.

Rane takes performance mixer design as seriously as performing DJs take their art form. The TTM56S is flexible, durable, and feature packed. The audio quality of the TTM56S qualifies it for use in the most demanding live venue, recording studio or live broadcast applications.

Features:

- Universal internal power supply works anywhere you can plug into 100-240 VAC.
- All four inputs are now Phono/Line switchable - plug in 4 turntables or 4 CD players, or any combination.
- Both 1/4" and 3.5 mm headphone jacks are now provided on the front.
- The Transform switches are now Kill switches.
- Operation is simplified by putting all the controls on top, increasing the width by one inch. Text is now readable in the dark under black light.
- The three long-lasting non-bleed magnetic faders did not change, as they are still the best in the business!

Non-Contact Magnetic Crossfader and Channel Faders

These magnetic faders know exactly what your hand is doing! A proprietary curve-translation module converts your hand motion into precise audio level control. Each of the Crossfader and Channel Fader controls include a Reverse switch read more and an independent continuously adjustable Contour control, adjusting from a smooth blend to extremely fast cut.

Post-Fader FlexFx

Rane's proprietary FlexFx effects loop switches route Program 1 and/or Program 2 to the effects loop. A Wet/Dry pan control gives the user total control of how much processed signal is in the mix. The effects loop is post-fader, so reverb and other delay effects respond to both Channel Faders and Crossfader without cutting off tails.

Internal Universal Power Supply

The TTM 56S comes with a removable C13 power cord that is easily replaceable if you lose yours. This mixer will operate anywhere you can get voltage from 100 to 240 AC.

Switches on All 4 Inputs

All four inputs are Phono/Line switchable on the rear panel - plug in 4 turntables or 4 CD players, or any combination.

Auxiliary Input and Output (Session Mix)

A stereo Aux Input with a Level control provides input for a session mix, drum machine or other auxiliary input signal. The stereo Aux Output with Level control provides output for session mix, booth monitoring, recording or second zone.

3-Band Accelerated-Slope Full-Cut EQ

The TTM56S provides 3-band, full cut tone controls for Program 1 and Program 2. EQ engage switches allow A/B comparison and the ability to quickly cut or add EQ effect.

Magnetic Faders

Rane's patented magnetic fader is the fastest, most accurate, and longest lasting on the planet. The design uses non-contact magnetic position sensor technology previously reserved for the most demanding aerospace and industrial applications. No travel noise - No bleed - Ever! Unlike optical non-contact faders, the magnetic fader is impervious to smoke, moisture, temperature and aging. The electrical performance is totally unaffected by use. The mechanical life of the magnetic fader exceeds 10 million operations.

The engineers at Rane employed a sewing machine to test the durability of the magnetic fader. Each stroke generated one count. They have it set to apply a million strokes to the fader every day. They tested 13 million strokes before they got tired of hearing the darn thing, and the fader shows absolutely no wear or degradation.
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Phono Inputs:
- Switchable Line / Phono Unbalanced RCA jacks
- Response: RIAA +/-1 dB
- Gain: 35 dB, 1kHz (138mV max.)
- Input Impedance: 47.5 kOhms, 200 pF

Line Inputs:
- Switchable Line / Phono Unbalanced RCA jacks
- Input Impedance: 20 kOhm 1 kHz
- Gain: Off to +12 dB 1 kHz
- Tone Control (EQ): 3-band Accelerated-Slope, Full cut, see graphs

Auxiliary Input:
- 1 stereo Unbalanced RCA jacks
- Input Impedance: 20 kOhm 1 kHz
- Gain: Off to +10 dB 1 kHz

FlexFX Return:
- Stereo, unbalanced 1/4" TS (tip-sleeve) phone jack
- Input Impedance: 12 kOhm Minimum
- Gain Unity: 1 kHz

Mic Input:
- Active Balanced 1/4" TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) phone jack
- Input Impedance: 20 kOhm 1 kHz
- Gain: 44 dB at 1 kHz, Master Out, max gain
- Frequency Response: 30 to 20 kHz +0, -3 dB, max gain
- CMMR: >40 dB 1 kHz, max gain
- S/N: 76 dB, Re +4 dBu, max gain, @ insert, 20 kHz BW
- Tone Control: 2-Band (See graph in Manual)
- Effects Insert Loop: 1/4" TRS, Tip=Send, Ring=Return, unbalanced mono

Master Output:
- Stereo balanced / unbalanced, 1/4" TRS phone / RCA jacks
- Output Impedance 300 Ohm balanced each leg, 301 Ohm unbalanced
- Gain: 6 dB balanced 0 dB unbalanced
- Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 30 kHz +0, -3 dB
- THD+N: <0.05%, re +4 dBu, 20 to 20 kHz, 20 kHz BW
- S/N (balanced output): 101 dB, re +4 dBu, 20 kHz BW, unity gain. 94 dB, re +4 dBu, 20 kHz BW, 12 dB gain.

Auxiliary Output:
- Stereo Unbalanced RCA jacks
- Output Impedance: 301 Ohm
- Gain: Off to +6 dB

FlexFX Send:
- Stereo, Unbalanced 1/4" TS phone jack
- Output Impedance: 301 Ohm Unity Gain

General Specifications:
- Control Feed-through: -80 dB re +4 dBu, all controls
- Crosstalk: -70 dB re +4 dBu, 1 kHz

Internal Universal Power Supply:
- Universal Line Voltage: 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz
- Maximum Power: 20W

Unit Size:
- Front Panel Size: 13.3"H x 10"W (33.8 x 25.4 cm)
- Coffin Depth: 3" (see data sheet) (7.7 cm)
- Weight: 9 lb (3.7 kg)
- Shipping Size: 7.75" x 12.75" x 19.25" (19.7 x 32.5 x 49 cm)
- Shipping Weight: 12 lb (5.5 kg)

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. (7 ratings)
Submitted May 14, 2012 by Matt E in Fairfax, VA

"Want to experience Heaven before you die? Buy this......."

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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For you old school dj purists out there.....this is the mixer for you. Im old school and appreciate the art of dj-ing as it was meant to be, hands on and everything performed by the human body. I love vinyl more than life itself, because it just sounds better......this mixer produces the best sound i have ever heard, and every function works flawlessly....the send/receive functionality of this thing is golden, for those who wish to use professional sounding effects instead of cheap sounding effects included with a mixer. Im using a KP3 kaoss pad and you can fine tune the dry/wet of the effect on the mixer as well as the effects unit which translates to infinite effects sounds and possibilities. I know im late to the party getting one of these, but still after (i think) 10+ years of being out this mixer makes me feel like i have the latest technology out there today. So if your looking for a traditional mixer with great sound quality, look no further. I love spinning reggae (roots/dub), and this mixer makes me want to never stop the good vibes! Buy one period.......and for those who cant afford one (like me), the payment plan provided by zzounds.com is second to none, who else lets you finance without interest! Well played zzounds, well played

Musical Background:

retired club dj, chill out dj

Musical Style:

Reggae, Dub Reggae, Old School Hip Hop, Downtempo/Electronic/Trip Hop
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