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TASCAM LM-8ST Rackmount Line Mixer

BH #TALM8ST • MFR #LM-8ST
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TASCAM LM-8ST Rackmount Line Mixer
Key Features
  • 1RU Chassis
  • 1/4" Inputs
  • XLR Outputs
  • LED Meters
The LM-8ST from TASCAM is a professional-quality line mixer that provides you with 8 stereo channels, perfect for live performance and installed audio applications. The 1RU unit features 8 pairs of balanced 1/4" TRS inputs, which are switchable from +4 or -10dB. A pair of balanced XLR outputs are provided, the second of which has pre or post-fader bussing.
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TASCAM LM-8ST Overview

The LM-8ST from TASCAM is a professional-quality line mixer that provides you with 8 stereo channels, perfect for live performance and installed audio applications. The 1RU unit features 8 pairs of balanced 1/4" TRS inputs, which are switchable from +4 or -10dB. A pair of balanced XLR outputs are provided, the second of which has pre or post-fader bussing.

The mixer's front panel features a mic input with its own level control, as well as 1/4" and 3.5mm headphone jacks for monitoring. Each channel has 2 level control knobs and is switchable to the pre-fader or post-fader output. LED meters let you keep tabs on audio levels. A stereo balanced buss output/input is provided for cascade applications. A ground lift switch is provided to reduce hum caused by ground loops.

Slim 1RU chassis fits into any standard equipment rack
8 pairs of balanced 1/4" TRS inputs are switchable from +4 or -10dB
A pair of balanced XLR outputs are provided, the second of which has pre or post-fader bussing
Mic input on the front panel with independent level control
Standard 1/4" and 3.5mm headphone jacks
Each channel has 2 level control knobs and is switchable to the pre-fader or post-fader output
LED meters let you keep tabs on audio levels
Stereo balanced buss output/input is provided for cascade applications
Ground lift switch reduces hum caused by ground loops
UPC: 043774025169

TASCAM LM-8ST Specs

Key Specs
Number of Analog Input Channels
8 (8 Mono / 8 Stereo)
Number of Mic Preamps
1
Analog Output Channels
1x Stereo Master Output
1x Stereo ALT Master Output
1x Stereo Bus/Subgroup Output
1x Stereo Headphone Output
EQ
No
Built-In Effects
No
Wireless
No
Rack Mountable
Yes
Mixer
Number of Analog Input Channels
8 (8 Mono / 8 Stereo)
Number of Mic Preamps
1
Analog Output Channels
1x Stereo Master Output
1x Stereo ALT Master Output
1x Stereo Bus/Subgroup Output
1x Stereo Headphone Output
Mix Routing
2x Stereo Aux Bus/Subgroup
Faders & Level Adjustment
No
Meters
8x Single LED
Signal Processing
Dynamic Processing
No
Sidechain Filters
No
EQ
No
Solo/Mute
No
Built-In Effects
No
Performance
I/O Impedance
XLR Mic Input:
2.4 Kilohms
1/4" Stereo Input:
16 Kilohms
Stereo Output:
94 Ohms
Connectivity
Analog Inputs
1x XLR 3-Pin Mic Input
16x 1/4" TRS Input (8 Stereo Pairs)
2x 1/4" Main Input (1 Stereo Pair)
Analog Outputs
1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Headphone Output
2x 1/4" Main Output (1 Stereo Pair)
4x XLR 3-Pin Output (2 Stereo Pairs)
2x Stereo RCA Coaxial Output
Phantom Power
No
Digital I/O
No
Wireless
No
Power
AC Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
AC Power I/O
1x IEC Input
Power Consumption
15 W
Physical
Rack Mountable
Yes
Rackmount Size
1 U
Dimensions
19 x 1.7 x 11" / 482 x 44 x 280 mm
Weight
8.4 lb / 3.8 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
11 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
21.6 x 15.7 x 5.5"

TASCAM LM-8ST Reviews

A Great Rack-Mountable Line Mixer with M

By Richard
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2014-09-27

I had a pretty specific idea of what I wanted when I started shopping for a mixer. It had to offer multi-buss output It had to have at least eight channels of stereo line-in It had to be rack-mountable and no more than 2U in size All inputs and outputs needed to be balanced It had to produce a clean, uncolored signal This unit wins on all my criteria. My goal was to create flexible routing options between my synthesizers and my audio interface that I could change on the fly without having to drag out a box of patch cables. On this mixer, signal inputs can be routed to the master buss, buss 1, or buss 2, all of which are stereo, so you have six output channels to work with. My audio interface (a Focusrite Scarlett 18i6) just happens to have six line inputs, so this was perfect for me. This allowed me to give each synthesizer its own hard-wired input channel on the mixer and then send those signals to one or all of the busses. In my setup, the master buss is a clean, unprocessed signal, routed directly to the audio interface. Buss 1 connects to an FX chain with an analog filter and a compressor/gate, in series. Buss 2 connects to a parametric equalizer for sound sculpting. And with only two patch cables, I can connect the output of the FX chain to the input of the equalizer, or I can route one buss to the sidechain inputs of the compressor on the other buss. To my ears, the output of this unit is absolutely pristine while adding a healthy boost to the signal if needed. My older synths produce a line signal of -10 dbV, like most consumer audio. It was really tough to get much more than a -18 to -14 db signal to my audio interface, even with the synth volume cranked to max, and I found myself adding a lot of processing just to get the signal level up to a more appropriate recording level, especially when working with my older drum machine. That's no longer a problem as this mixer has plenty of gain. I've been able to turn the volume on those older synths down to just below half, while keeping the mixer levels at right about the half mark too. This gives me a solid -6 to -2 db signal at the audio interface, giving me a healthy recording signal to work with. The look of the mixer is sleek, the pots are silky smooth, and the connections are all balanced and solid. I particularly appreciate the ability to set the input line level between -10 dbV or +4 dbU on each channel, making it easy for me to set up both my older and newer gear to the mixer. And the power switch is on the front panel! I don't understand why any manufacturer puts the power switch on the back panel of a rack-mountable mixer, but some of the units I looked at had this issue. I'm really happy with this mixer. It matched all my needs perfectly, sounds fantastic, and looks good doing it.

Tascam LM-8ST Rackmount

By RGrier
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2012-06-11

Using the item for a keyboard line mixer for liver performance. Unit meets expectation, functions well, limited amount of headroom but that was expected.

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