ASHLY MX-406 Mixer 6 Input Mic/Line with EQ, 2U

Product Overview

The Ashly MX-406 is a six-input stereo mic/line mixer designed for fixed and portable commercial audio installations, featuring studio-grade microphone preamps with up to 60dB of gain and two-band EQ on every channel. Built in the USA with an all-steel chassis, it accepts microphone or line-level signals on all six inputs and provides a full complement of mixing, routing, and monitoring controls in a 2RU rack-mount form factor. The MX-406 is suited for houses of worship, conference rooms, auditoriums, and commercial AV installations where reliable rack-mount mixing with quality mic preamps is required.

Product Description

The Ashly MX-406 provides six input channels, each accommodating either microphone or line-level signals through rear-panel XLR and 1/4-inch TRS combination jacks. A -20dB pad switch is available on each input for handling high-level line sources with microphone-configured preamps. The ultra low-noise studio-grade mic preamp on each channel delivers up to 60dB of gain, with a three-position input gain switch selectable at -20, -40, and -60dB from the front panel. Per-channel controls include bass and treble shelving EQ filters, an Aux Send switchable pre or post level/EQ, and individual level and pan controls for placing signals in the stereo mix. A 3.5mm stereo line input jack on the front panel provides convenient connectivity for mobile devices, laptops, and media players without rear-panel access. The Aux Send has a master output control and can be used for monitoring, recording, or effect routing. A Mono/Phones output control manages the mono output level and stereo headphone level simultaneously, with the stereo headphone output jack located on the front panel for easy access. Stereo balanced outputs use 1/4-inch TRS jacks; the XLR balanced mono output is transformer-coupled for maximum common-mode noise rejection. Stereo Line In and Line Out are provided on RCA jacks for integration with consumer-level sources and record outputs. Channel inserts use 1/4-inch TRS connectors, allowing per-channel external processing without breaking the signal chain. A rear-panel switch enables or disables +48V phantom power for condenser microphones. Front-panel LED indicators include channel clip LEDs, phantom power status, AC power, and an 11-step LED output level meter. The universal power supply accepts international voltages. Safety certifications include cTUVus, CE, FCC, and RoHS. A 5-year Ashly limited warranty is included with this USA-made commercial audio mixer.

Key Features

• 6 Mic/Line Inputs with Studio-Grade Preamps — Each input includes an ultra low-noise mic preamp with up to 60dB of gain, accepting microphone or line-level signals.
• Three-Position Input Gain Switch Per Channel — Front-panel -20/-40/-60dB gain selection on each channel for accurate level-setting from the front panel.
• -20dB Pad Switch Per Channel — Accommodates high-level line sources on mic-configured inputs.
• 2-Band Shelving EQ Per Channel — Bass and treble shelving filters with individual controls per input channel.
• Aux Send Per Channel (Pre/Post Switchable) — Per-channel Aux Send internally assignable pre or post level/EQ for monitor or effects routing.
• Front-Panel 3.5mm Stereo Line Input — Convenient front-panel input for smartphones, tablets, and media players.
• Balanced Stereo Outputs and Transformer-Balanced Mono XLR — Professional balanced outputs with transformer-coupled XLR mono output for maximum noise rejection.
• Stereo Headphone Output with Level Control — Front-panel stereo headphone jack with Mono/Phones output control.
• 6 Channel Inserts (1/4" TRS) — Per-channel insert points for external compressors, gates, or other processors.
• +48V Phantom Power — Rear-panel switch controls phantom power for condenser microphone operation.
• 11-Step LED Output Meter — Front-panel LED metering for output level monitoring across the mix.
• All-Steel Chassis, Made in the USA — Built in Webster, New York with high-quality components and a 5-year warranty.

Typical Applications

• House of worship mic mixing for lectern, choir, and ambient sources
• Conference room and boardroom microphone mixing
• School auditorium and performing arts center front-of-house mixing
• Broadcast studio mic/line source mixing
• Government and institutional facility audio mixing
• Commercial meeting space and training room audio
• Fixed installation rack mixing for multi-source AV systems

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can all six inputs accept microphones?

Yes. All six inputs accept microphone or line-level signals via rear-panel XLR and 1/4-inch TRS combo jacks. Each channel has a studio-grade mic preamp with up to 60dB of gain and a -20dB pad switch for high-level line sources.

Does the MX-406 support phantom power for condenser microphones?

Yes. A rear-panel switch enables +48V phantom power for condenser microphones connected to any of the six inputs.

What outputs does the MX-406 provide?

The MX-406 provides balanced stereo outputs on 1/4-inch TRS jacks, a transformer-balanced XLR mono output, stereo RCA line outputs, and a front-panel stereo headphone output. A 3.5mm front-panel input is also included for direct connection of mobile devices.

Can the Aux Send be used for monitor mixing?

Yes. The per-channel Aux Send can be set pre or post channel level/EQ, making it suitable for feeding a stage monitor mix, a recording device, or an effects processor independently from the main stereo mix.

Does the MX-406 include channel inserts?

Yes. Each of the six channels has a 1/4-inch TRS insert point for connecting external processors such as compressors, gates, or equalizers on individual channels without affecting the main signal chain.

Is the MX-406 designed and built in the USA?

Yes. The MX-406 is designed and manufactured in the USA by Ashly Audio in Webster, New York, with a 5-year limited warranty.