Zone mixing comparison

These difficult times with the pandemic still around already thought us that live events and get-togethers might stop and go but audio-video installation remains a viable business segment. In this article we would like to give you an overview about our range of BMG/Zone mixers. This chart gives you a direct comparison between professional DSP mixers from the brands represented by Audio-Technica Central Europe, in the range of 860 to 1750 EUR.

Audio-Technica ATDM-0604

Compared to other contenders of this comparison, this model offers the least zoning capability. Instead, it’s the only one here with USB connectivity, automatic mixer and AEC. Capable for stereo operation and full DSP on all inputs and outputs, this little mixer can even serve as a live mixer for a bar stage.

4 microphone inputs, 2 mic/line inputs, 1 stereo input
2 mono and 1 stereo output
8×3 audio matrix
2-channel USB interface
6-channel automatic mixing
Front panel controls
IP controllable
Web Remote

Optimal Audio Zone 4

Zone 4 allows the user to independently allocate sources across four configurable zones, which could be anything from the bar, back of house or lobby to restaurant, kitchen or shop floor. It can be the heart of any sound system, handling audio signal management for four zones. Each zone can be configured to do precisely what is required using the intuitive WebApp. Zone 4 has been designed to work seamlessly with other products in the Optimal Audio range and when coupled with our ZonePads and SmartAmp series provides a simple, intuitive and cost-effective audio system with superb sound quality.

4 microphone inputs, 4 stereo inputs and 2 HDMI (for TV audio)
Full suite of audio controls for up to 4 zones
Fully flexible signal routing
WebApp interface for easy system configuration and everyday control
Fully programmable presets and timed events
Very competitive pricing
Zone 4P (with four channels of integrated amplifier) also available

Optimal Audio Zone 8

Basically the same as Zone 4 but with 8 outputs and 8 wall controller inputs.

4 microphone inputs, 4 stereo inputs and 2 HDMI (for TV audio)
Full suite of audio controls for up to 8 zones
Fully flexible signal routing
WebApp interface for easy system configuration and everyday control
Fully programmable presets and timed events
Very competitive pricing
Zone 8P (with eight channels of integrated amplifier) also available

Symetrix Jupiter 4 and Jupiter 8

Jupiter packages powerful DSP into a zero learning curve, turn-key family of audio processors. With 85 downloadable turn-key applications, Jupiter processors can be turned into DSPs with the required functionality. Application categories include mixing and routing, public address / distribution, sound reinforcement, special purpose DSP. Signal routings, whether simple or complex, are fully tested and ready to go right out of the box. Learn more about the available apps here.

4 mic/line inputs, 4 line outputs (Jupiter 4)
8 mic/line inputs, 8 line outputs (Jupiter 8)
Compatible with the full range of ARC wall controllers
ARC-Web controllable
Customisable virtual GUI

Symetrix Zone Mix 761

A cost-effective DSP for Paging and Background Music Control. Paging into 6 zones from 3 microphone locations, plus emergency page, with automatic ducking and priority arbitration.
Plenty of inputs and outputs, the right kind of connectors, and a pre-designed GUI make for lightning fast deployment. All twelve input and six output channels feature a full complement of processing including: dynamics, feedback elimination, ambient noise sensing, EQ, and loudspeaker management resulting in a world class audio experience. Comprehensive external control options; such as ARC wall panels, ARC-WEB, and/or 3rd party touch-screens via RS-232 or UDP/IP.