Rane MLM82S Microphone Analogue Line Mixer

The Rane MLM82S is a compact, high performance analogue line mixer designed to make multi-mic and multi-source setups simple, reliable and rock solid. With four studio-grade mic/line channels, four stereo line inputs and fully independent A and B outputs, it is ideal for permanent installations where you need flexibility and ease of use without sacrificing audio quality.

From hotel conference suites and classrooms to rental rigs and small venues, the MLM82S lets you plug in multiple microphones and playback devices, route them exactly where you need and keep levels under control. Clear metering, phantom power and internal output pads make it a practical, installer-friendly solution that can be set up once and then left to work day in, day out.

Flexible Mic and Line Mixing

The MLM82S gives you four balanced mono mic/line inputs on XLR, each with its own level control and gain trim so you can match anything from a quiet presenter mic to a hot line feed. On top of that, four stereo line inputs with additional line gain handle playback devices and external sources with ease. This combination makes it straightforward to build a complete, compact system around a single 1U mixer.

Independent A and B Output Control

Two balanced XLR outputs, A and B, each with their own level controls, let you feed separate zones or systems from the same mixer. You can send different combinations of inputs to each output, adjust their overall levels independently and use the overload indicators to keep an eye on headroom. Internal pads allow you to switch each output between line level and mic level to suit the connected equipment.

Simple, Secure Operation

Once installed, the MLM82S is designed to be easy for non-technical users to operate. Front panel controls are clear and uncluttered, while critical setup options like phantom power and mic/line switching are located on the rear panel to prevent accidental changes. This makes it particularly well suited to environments where staff or guests need to use the system without an engineer on hand.

Reliable Performance for Installed Sound

Studio-grade mic preamps, trimless mic stage amplifiers and carefully designed metering ensure clean, predictable performance. Bi-colour signal/overload indicators on every mic/line input and overload LEDs on the mix amplifiers help you spot problems quickly and adjust levels before distortion becomes an issue, giving you consistent, professional results in demanding installed applications.

• Four Balanced Mic/Line Inputs - Four XLR mic/line channels with 15 V phantom power, individual level/gain trim and signal/overload indicators let you connect multiple microphones or balanced line sources and optimise each one for clean, clear audio.
• Four Stereo Line Inputs with Extra Gain - Four balanced stereo line inputs on 1/4" TRS jacks, each with 12 dB of line gain and a recessed mono switch, make it easy to integrate playback devices and external processors while maintaining proper levels and channel balance.
• Independent A / A+B / B Routing - Each mic/line input can be assigned to output A, output B or both A and B, giving you flexible routing for separate zones, record feeds or monitoring without needing additional matrix hardware.
• Dual Balanced Outputs with Internal Pads - Two balanced XLR outputs feature independent level controls, overload indicators and internal pads that can reduce the signal to mic level, allowing the MLM82S to interface cleanly with a wide range of downstream equipment.

Mic / Line Inputs

• Inputs: 4 x balanced mono Mic/Line inputs
• Connectors: XLR
• Phantom Power: 15 V DC (global switch on rear panel)
• Controls: Independent Level and Gain Trim per channel
• Indicators: Bi-colour signal present / overload LEDs per channel
• Assignment: A / A+B / B assign switch per channel
• Mic Stage: Trimless mic stage amplifiers
• Mic / Line Switches: Located on rear panel

Stereo Line Inputs

• Inputs: 4 x balanced stereo line inputs
• Connectors: 1/4" TRS jacks
• Gain: 12 dB of line gain
• Controls: Level control per stereo input
• Mono Function: Independent recessed MONO switch with indicator per stereo input
• Routing: Usable as four Mono A inputs and four Mono B inputs if required

Outputs

• Outputs: 2 x balanced mix outputs (A and B)
• Connectors: XLR
• Controls: Independent Level controls for A and B outputs
• Indicators: Independent overload indicators for A and B mix amplifiers
• Output Level: Internal pad switchable to Mic level (factory default Line level)

General

• Format: Analogue line mixer
• Applications: Installed sound systems, hotels, conference rooms, schools, rental sound systems