Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Samson MIXPAD! One of the smallest mixers ever made, the MIXPAD provides excellent sound quality and a wealth of features normally found only in full-size units. Although it has been designed for easy operation, we suggest you take some time to go through these pages so you can fully understand how we’ve implemented a number of unique functions.

This manual covers three models: the MIXPAD 12, MIXPAD 9, and MIXPAD 4. The first two of these are identical apart from the fact that the MIXPAD 12 provides six monophonic and three stereo input channels (for a total of twelve channels), while the MIXPAD 9 provides three monophonic and three stereo input channels (for a total of nine channels). The MIXPAD 4 provides two monophonic input channels and one stereo input channel (for a total of four channels) and offers a slightly different feature set (such as three-band equalization and independent channel phantom power switches). Because of their unusually small size and portability, all three models are well-suited for specialized applications such as videography, remote site recording, ENG (Electronic News Gathering), or audio coverage of fast-paced outdoor events such as sports shows.

In these pages, we’ll provide you with an overview of the unit’s features, followed by a guided tour of the MIXPAD channels, main section and jackfield. Then we’ll describe how to set up your MIXPAD, including instructions on how to set the optimum gain structure. Next, we’ll cover a number of specific MIXPAD functions (such as panning, equalization, and auxiliary sends and returns) in detail. Finally, we’ll wrap things up with full specifications. You’ll also find a warranty card enclosed— please don’t forget to fill it out and mail it so that you can receive online technical support and so we can send you updated information about these and other Samson products in the future.

SPECIAL NOTE: Should your MIXPAD ever require servicing, a Return Authorization (RA) number is necessary. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-372-6766 for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing materials and, if possible, return the unit in its original carton and packing materials.