QSC MP-M80 – Digital Business Music and Paging Zone Mixer (16 In / 8 Out)

Product Overview

The QSC MP-M80 is a digital business music and paging zone mixer/processor for commercial distributed audio systems that require multiple sources, priority paging, and independently controlled zones. With 16 inputs and 8 zone outputs, it is the larger model in the MP-M Series, suited to multi-zone hospitality, retail, corporate, and institutional facilities. Onboard input and output processing, an automatic microphone mixer, and Intrinsic Correction loudspeaker voicings eliminate the need for separate DSP hardware. Configuration is handled in the MP Install app, with day-to-day control through MP Manage and MP-MFC wall controllers.

Product Description

The MP-M80 provides eight mic/line inputs and eight line inputs (dual phono jacks summed to mono) for a total of 16 sources, routed independently to eight zone outputs plus a music-on-hold output and a front-panel cue bus for auditioning. Every input includes high- and low-pass filters, parametric EQ, a gate, and a dynamics processor configurable as AGC or compressor. Any combination of inputs can feed any zone, and two inputs can be designated priority sources that duck program audio for paging or announcements. Output processing adds 1/3-octave graphic EQ, 12-band anti-feedback notch filters, comp/limiter, loudness, and up to 100 ms of delay, while a dedicated loudspeaker section provides factory Intrinsic Correction voicings for QSC loudspeakers plus a user 6-band parametric EQ with selectable Linkwitz-Riley or Butterworth filters at 12, 18, or 24 dB/octave. An integral stereo mixer with a gain-sharing automatic microphone mixer supports live reinforcement and conferencing. The MP-M80 supports up to eight MP-M40 companion-tier wall control and pairs with QSC MP-A80V amplifiers for a complete system.

Key Features

• 16 inputs / 8 zone outputs — Eight mic/line and eight line inputs route independently to eight audio zones plus music-on-hold and cue outputs.
• Priority paging with ducking — Two inputs can be set as priority sources that automatically duck program audio for announcements.
• Comprehensive input processing — HPF/LPF, parametric EQ, gate, and AGC/compressor on every input.
• Output zone processing — 1/3-octave GEQ, 12 anti-feedback notch filters, comp/limiter, loudness, and 100 ms delay per zone.
• Intrinsic Correction voicings — Factory loudspeaker tunings for QSC speakers plus a user 6-band parametric EQ.
• Automatic microphone mixer — Integral stereo mixer with gain-sharing AMM for live reinforcement and conferencing.
• App and wall control — Configured in MP Install; controlled via MP Manage and up to eight MP-MFC wall controllers.
• 3-year warranty — Backed by QSC's standard MP-M Series 3-year warranty.

Typical Applications

• Commercial meeting space — Multi-zone music and paging with independent zone control.
• Multi-purpose room — Live mixing plus distributed background music from one processor.
• House of worship — Zoned audio across sanctuary, lobby, and classrooms with priority paging.
• All-hands room — Source routing and announcement override for large gatherings.
• Training room — Microphone mixing and program distribution within a larger facility.

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from QSC. Refer to the official MP-M80 specification sheet for complete details.

Competitor Comparison

Competitor specifications are summarized at a feature level; verify current model details with each manufacturer before specifying.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many zones and sources does the MP-M80 support?
It accepts 16 inputs (eight mic/line and eight line) and routes them independently to eight zone outputs, plus music-on-hold and cue outputs.

Does it require a separate DSP?
No. Input and output processing including EQ, dynamics, anti-feedback filters, ducking, delay, and Intrinsic Correction loudspeaker voicings is built in.

How is it controlled and configured?
Designers use the MP Install app to configure the system; staff use MP Manage and up to eight MP-MFC wall controllers for day-to-day zone volume and source selection.

What amplifier should I pair with it?
QSC MP-A Series amplifiers, including the MP-A80V, are designed to complete an MP-M system.

What is the warranty?
The MP-M Series carries a QSC 3-year warranty. For purchasing and integration questions, contact Creation Networks support.