When you need to sum multiple stereo sources into one feed without a full console, a rack line mixer does the job, and this section carries the Tascam LM-8ST. In 1U it provides eight stereo channels on balanced 6.3 mm TRS pairs, each switchable between +4 and -10 dB operating levels to suit pro and consumer sources, plus a balanced XLR mic input on channel one for paging or a presenter feed.

Two output buses, ST1 and ST2/AUX, each feed balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs, with pre or post fader assignment on the second bus so a zone or recording feed can run independently of the main mix. A rear cascade bus links multiple units when eight stereo inputs are not enough, and the power supply is internal, with no external adapter to go missing in the rack.