ASHLY LX-308B Mixer 8 Input Stereo Line, 1U

Product Overview

The Ashly LX-308B is an eight-channel stereo line-level mixer in a 1RU rack-mount chassis, designed for commercial AV environments requiring high-quality line mixing with low noise and flexible routing. It accepts balanced line-level sources on all eight inputs and provides stereo output for distribution to power amplifiers, recording devices, or broadcast systems. With channels 1 and 2 switchable for microphone or line level, the LX-308B covers both pure line mixing and mixed mic/line applications. Made in the USA and backed by a 5-year warranty, the LX-308B is built for long-term fixed installation service.

Product Description

The LX-308B is a true stereo eight-channel line-level mixer that can also be operated as a sixteen-channel mono mixing unit, making it equally effective as a standalone system mixer or as a submixer feeding a larger console. Each of the eight inputs has a pair of balanced 1/4-inch TRS line input jacks on the rear panel, accepting balanced or unbalanced connections. Channels 1 and 2 include a switchable mic/line mode, allowing direct connection of dynamic microphones without external preamps. Front-panel controls on each channel include level and pan, with an on/off switch and LED indicator for convenient channel muting.

A 3.5mm stereo line-in jack on the front panel connects smartphones, tablets, and portable media players via channel 8's input, providing instant access to portable audio sources in conference room and presentation environments. Pre-master sub inputs and outputs allow linking the LX-308B with additional Ashly mixers such as the MM-508 for expanded channel counts. The stereo master section includes left and right output level controls with a stereo mute switch, plus an independent mono output for mono distribution systems. A stereo headphone output with dedicated level control is accessible on the front panel for monitoring. Two five-segment LED meters indicate left and right output levels, with separate left and right clip indicators that monitor all signal points and illuminate 3dB below clipping for early warning before audible distortion. Power consumption is a rated 30W maximum at 120V or 230V AC. Safety certifications include cTUVus, CE, FCC, and RoHS.

Key Features

• 8 Balanced Line Inputs (1/4" TRS) — All eight inputs accept balanced or unbalanced sources; channels 1 and 2 are switchable between mic and line level.
• True Stereo 8-Channel Mixing — Operates as 8-channel stereo or 16-channel mono mixing unit for expanded submixing applications.
• Per-Channel Level, Pan, and On/Off Mute — Front-panel controls with LED status indicator on every channel.
• Front-Panel 3.5mm Stereo Line Input — Convenient front-panel auxiliary input for portable media players and smartphones.
• Stereo Sub I/O — Pre-master sub inputs and outputs for linking to external mixers and console expansion.
• Stereo and Mono Outputs — Separate left/right TRS stereo outputs and an independent mono output for single-channel distribution systems.
• Stereo Headphone Output with Level Control — Front-panel headphone monitoring with independent level adjustment.
• 5-Segment LED Stereo Metering — Left and right output level meters with separate clip indicators (illuminating 3dB below clip) at all signal points.
• Universal Power Supply — Accepts 120V and 230V AC for domestic and international installations.
• Made in the USA — Manufactured at Ashly's facility in Webster, New York with a 5-year limited warranty.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom and conference room line-level mixing for presentation systems
• Multimedia sound distribution for multi-source commercial AV systems
• Broadcast studio and mobile broadcast unit line mixing
• Satellite downlink distribution and monitoring systems
• Live sound reinforcement front-of-house submixer
• Recording studio session submixer and monitor routing
• Government and institutional facility audio distribution

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the LX-308B accept microphone signals?

Channels 1 and 2 include a mic/line switch for direct dynamic microphone connection without external preamplification. Channels 3 through 8 are line-level only. For full mic mixing across all channels, the MX-series mixers are recommended.

What is the 16-channel mono mixing capability?

Because each of the eight stereo inputs includes two individual signals (left and right), the LX-308B can mix up to 16 individual mono sources when used with a mono output bus, making it useful for studio submixing, broadcast source combining, or any application requiring a large number of independent mono sources.

Can multiple LX-308B units be linked together?

Yes. The pre-master sub inputs and outputs allow the LX-308B to be chained with another LX-308B or with an Ashly MM-508 microphone mixer, expanding total channel count without interrupting signal flow or bypassing the master level controls.

What kind of metering does the LX-308B provide?

Two 5-segment LED meters monitor the left and right stereo outputs, with separate clip indicators on both sides that illuminate 3dB below clipping. This provides early warning of impending distortion at all critical signal points in the mixer.

Is the LX-308B made in the USA?

Yes. The LX-308B is designed and manufactured at Ashly Audio's facility in Webster, New York, and carries a 5-year limited warranty.