M-16DX

16-Channel Digital Mixer

M-16DX
Discontinued

Revolutionary Digital Mixer and Audio Interface for the Studio and Stage

The new M-16DX is a breakthrough all-digital mixer and audio interface, with an unprecedented low price. Unlike analog mixers, the 24-bit/96kHz M-16DX offers powerful features such as high-resolution EQ, scene memories, and EDIROL’s innovative Room Acoustic Control. The M-16DX is a perfect front-end for your favorite Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), allowing you to record a track at a time or a whole band at once. It’s great for live mixing, too, with its compact and convenient two-piece design that allows you to put your connections onstage and your mixer wherever you want.

24/96 Full Digital Audio Processing

Ready to upgrade the quality of your mixes? The M-16DX contains a powerful 24-bit/96kHz digital processing engine that provides a transparent mixing foundation. Experience the power of accurate, detailed digital mixing at a price you can afford.

18-in/2-out USB 2.0 Audio Interface

The M-16DX’s USB 2.0 port allows it to work as a multitrack audio interface with a digital audio workstation. You can assign any or all of the M-16DX’s individual mono or stereo channels, and the main stereo mix, to their own recording tracks in your DAW. Imagine recording an entire band at once, with each instrument and vocal on its own track.

Flexible I/O

Digital and analog connectivity—it’s all here, and more. The M-16DX has high-quality mic preamps with phantom power, Hi-Z switches for guitar and bass, balanced TRS connections, S/PDIF coaxial & optical digital inputs, line inputs for a turntable or CD player, audio from your computer via USB, and an mp3 player mini-jack input. On the output side, the M-16DX offers balanced TRS connections, USB audio to your computer, and coaxial & optical digital outputs. It even offers separate control room and main mix outputs.

Sweepable 3-Band EQ Controls

Each channel strip is equipped with Low-Cut Filter, 3-band EQ, Pan, Aux, Select, Solo/Mute and Level controls. The Midrange EQ has Q & frequency controls for precise tone shaping on each channel. With 24-bit/96kHz internal digital processing, the original audio source can be shaped using the onboard EQ and effects with absolutely no loss in audio quality.

EDIROL Innovation—Room Acoustic Control

In a portable mixing first, the M-16DX features a high-contrast, backlit LCD that lets you to see the effects in operation, as well as a spectrum analysis of your mix! Also onboard is the intelligent Room Acoustic Control function, which automatically analyzes and compensates for the frequency response of your studio. It’s fast, easy and effective.

Modular Mixing

Don’t let its small footprint deceive you—the M-16DX is a new-generation mixer comprising two modules: the mix controller for your desktop, and the I/O module, which can be mounted in a rack. Together, these two components provide a wide assortment of connection and processing features.

Powerful Built-In FX

A full-featured DSP effects processor is built into the M-16DX, with COSM insert effects, reverb/echo effects and finalize effects.

Number of Input Channels
16 channels
AD/DA Conversion
Sample Rate: 44.1/48.0/96.0 kHz, Signal Processing: 24 bits
Frequency Response
96.0 kHz: 20 Hz to 40 kHz (+3/-3 dB), 48.0 kHz: 20 Hz to 22 kHz (+3/-3 dB), 44.1 kHz: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+3/-3 dB)
Residual Noise Level (IHF-A, typ.)
MAIN MIX LEVEL knob = -∞, Channel LEVEL knobs = -∞, MAIN MIX LEVEL knob = U, Channel LEVEL knobs = -∞: -96 dBu, MAIN MIX LEVEL knob = U, Channel LEVEL knobs = U: -83 dBu
Nominal Input Level
MIC connectors 1–4: -60 to -10 dBu, LINE IN jacks 1–4: -40 to +10 dBu, * Maximum input level: Nominal input level + 22 dB, LINE IN jacks 5–16: +0 dBu, LINE IN jacks 15–16 (RCA pin type, Stereo miniature phone type): -10 dBu, * Maximum input level: Nominal input level + 18 dB
Input Impedance
MIC connectors 1–4: 1.5 kΩ, LINE IN jacks 1–4: 20 kΩ, LINE IN jacks 5–16: 20 kΩ, LINE IN jacks 15–16 (Stereo miniature phone type): 14 kΩ
Nominal Output Level
MAIN OUT jacks/ALT OUT jacks/AUX SEND jacks 1–2: +0 dBu, 2 TRACK OUT jacks L–R: -10 dBu, CONTROL ROOM jacks: -6 dBu, * Maximum output level: Nominal Output Level + 22 dB
Output Impedance
MAIN OUT jacks/ALT OUT jacks/AUX SEND jacks 1–2: 600 Ω, 2 TRACK OUT jacks L–R: 1 kΩ
Recommended Load Impedance
10 kΩ or greater
Display
Graphic LCD 122 x 32 dot (with back-light)
Connectors (I/O module)
MIC connectors 1–4: XLR type (balanced / phantom power +48 V), LINE IN jacks 1–14: 1/4 inch TRS phone type (balanced), * LINE IN jacks 1–2: supports use of hi-impedance, LINE IN jacks 15–16: RCA pin type, MAIN OUT jacks L–R: 1/4 inch TRS phone type (balanced), ALT OUT jack L–R: 1/4 inch TRS phone type (balanced), AUX SEND jacks 1–2: 1/4 inch TRS phone type (balanced), 2 TRACK OUT jack L–R: RCA pin type, DIGITAL INPUT jack/connector: Optical type, Coaxial type, DIGITAL OUTPUT jack/connector: Optical type, Coaxial type, USB Connector, DX BUS Connector: D-SUB 15 pin
Connectors (MIX controller)
LINE IN jacks 15–16: 1/4 inch phone type (unbalanced), Stereo miniature phone type, PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4 inch phone type, CONTROL ROOM jacks L–R: 1/4 inch phone type (Impedance balanced), DX BUS Connector: D-SUB 15 pin
DSP processing
Room Acoustic Control (Built-in Microphone), 16 Band Graphic EQ, Finalize: Enhancer/Multi-band Compressor-Limiter, Insertion effects: Power compressor/Vocal enhancer/Narration enhancer, Echo/Reverb: Short echo/Echo/Room reverb/Small hall reverb/Large hall reverb
Number of USB Audio Record/Playback Channels
Record: 18 channels, Playback: 2 channels, Full duplex, * When using the mixer as a USB audio interface, the Finalize effects are not available in 96 kHz mode.
Power Supply
DC 9 V (AC adaptor)
Current Draw
1.4 A
Phantom Power
+48 V/5 mA (each input)
Accessories
Owner’s manual, Read this first/M-16DX driver installation (driver installation manual), Controller cable (D-SUB 15 pin, 2 m), USB cable, Driver CD-ROM, SONAR LE CD-ROM, AC Adaptor, Rack-mount adaptor, Rubber feet (I/O module), Roland software license agreement
Option
Controller cable: DXC-7 (D-SUB 15 pin, 7 m)
System requirements [Windows]
Operating System
Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition Service Pack 2
Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Professional Service Pack 2
Microsoft(R) Windows Vista(TM)
* This does not work with the 64-bit Edition of Windows Vista(TM).
Computer
Windows XP or Windows Vista compatible computer with a USB connector that supports USB Specification Revision 2.0 or higher
* Intel chipset is recommended.
* M-16DX’s USB Audio Interface may not perform to its full specs when used with Celeron or Intel compatible processors.
* When using an added USB 2.0 interface card, such as a PCI card, "NEC PCI to USB Enhanced Host Controller" is recommended.
CPU/Clock
Pentium 4 Processor / 1.6 GHz r higher, Pentium M Processor / 1.3 GHz or higher
Memory (RAM)
512 MB or more
* In case of Windows Vista, 1 GB RAM or more is recommended.
System requirements [Macintosh]
Operating System
Mac OS X v10.4.3 or later
* The driver can work on both Intel processors and PowerPC processors (Universal Binary).
* This will not operate in the Classic environment of Mac OS X. When using this, the Classic environment must not be running simultaneously.
Computer
Apple Macintosh series computer with on-board USB 2.0
Size and Weight ( I/O module )
Width
280 mm
11-1/16 inches
Depth
219 mm
8-5/8 inches
Height
44 mm
1-3/4 inches
Weight
1.6 kg
3 lbs. 9 oz.
Size and Weight ( MIX Controller )
Width
311 mm
12-1/4 inches
Depth
216 mm
8-1/2 inches
Height
46 mm
1-13/16 inches
Weight
1.2 kg
2 lbs. 11 oz.
* Please remember that multitrack recording at higher bit rate and sampling frequencies may require large amounts of free disk space and fast hard drives.
* This product has been tested on representative computers that meet the system requirements, but we cannot guarantee that it will operate on every computer that meets these requirements. Please be aware that even under the same conditions, differences in the operating environment may produce differences in processing capability.
*The specifications are subject to change without notice.

Downloads

Brochures & Catalogs

Updates & Drivers

  • M-16DX System Program Version 2.0

    This archive contains MIDI files to update the M-16DX System Program via USB port. The following functionality has been added:

    • DAW controller function
    • Scene Edit function
    • The number of scenes has increased from eight to sixteen

    This update is via MIDI, therefore a MIDI sequencer is required to transfer the SMF files to the M-16DX. Depending on the sequencer, it may not be able to playback large amount of system exclusive messages.

    Note to PC Users:

    If you are having problems sending these files from your sequencer, or if you need a sequencer to send these files, download the PCSMF Update Application located here.

    If you do not have a program to unzip this download, you can download WinZip here.

    Note to Mac Users: You will need the UPD SMF Update Application if you do not have access to a sequencer program.

  • M-16DX Driver Ver.1.0.0 for Windows 10

    This contains information on the M-16DX driver compatible with Microsoft Windows 10.

  • M-16DX Driver Version 1.0.1 for Windows 8/8.1

    IMPORTANT NOTICE: When the Windows SmartScreen is displayed upon installing the driver, please perform the following procedure:
    1. Click [ More info ]
    2. Click [ Run anyway ]
    * Skip Step 1 If your PC is not connected to the internet.

  • M-16DX Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows 7 64-bit Edition

    This is the EDIROL M-16DX driver for Microsoft(R) Windows 7 64-bit Edition.
    This driver also supports ASIO (Steinberg Audio Stream I/O Interface).

  • M-16DX Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows 7 32-bit Edition

    This is the EDIROL M-16DX driver for Microsoft(R) Windows 7.
    This driver also supports ASIO (Steinberg Audio Stream I/O Interface).

  • M-16DX Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows Vista 64-bit Edition

    This is the EDIROL M-16DX driver for Microsoft(R) Windows Vista(TM) 64-bit Edition.
    This driver also supports ASIO (Steinberg Audio Stream I/O Interface).

  • M-16DX Driver Version 1.0.1 for Windows Vista 32-bit Edition

    This is the EDIROL M-16DX driver for Microsoft(R) Windows Vista(TM).
    This driver also supports ASIO (Steinberg Audio Stream I/O Interface).

  • M-16DX Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows XP 64-bit Edition

    This is the EDIROL M-16DX driver for Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Professional 64-bit Edition.

  • M-16DX Driver Version 1.0.1 for Windows XP

    This is the EDIROL M-16DX driver for Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition/Professional.

  • M-16DX USB Driver Mac OS X Mavericks (10.9) v1.0.0


    We have confirmed that certain Mac models exhibit symptoms such as recording or playback not working properly. We are currently investigating this issue. Updated information regarding this can be found on this page.

    We recommend users who operate one of the following Mac models not update to OS X Mavericks (10.9) at this time:

    • iMac: Late 2009
    • Mac Book: Late 2009
    • Mac Book Pro: Mid 2009, Mid 2010
    • Mac mini: Mid 2010

  • M-16DX USB Driver Mac OS X 10.8 v1.0.0
  • M-16DX Driver Version 1.0.0 for Mac OS X 10.7
  • M-16DX Driver Version 1.0.0 for Mac OS X 10.6

    This is a driver for using the GT-PRO with Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard).

    • Compatible with Apple's standards of CoreMIDI
    • Universal Binary Driver (32-bit and 64-bit drivers)
    • Single/Multi processor support
    • Compatible with Mac OS X v10.6 "Snow Leopard" as of Sep. 9, 2009

  • M-16DX Driver Version 1.0.1 for Mac OS X

    This is a driver for using the EDIROL M-16DX on Mac OS X Supporting for 10.5(Leopard).

    • Compatible with Apple's standards of CoreAudio
    • Universal Binary Driver (This driver can work on both Intel and PowerPC processors.)
    • Single/Multi processor support
    • Can customize driver buffer size and managing precise recording and playback latencies
    • Compatible with Mac OS X v10.5 "Leopard" as of OCT. 26, 2007

  • SMF Player for Mac OS X v10.7 / OS X v10.8 / OS X v10.9

    About the UpdSMF

    • UpdSMF is a simple SMF player that runs on Mac OS X v10.7 / OS X v10.8 / OS X v10.9.
      This SMF player is designed to be used only for updating, and cannot be used to play back conventional SMF music data.
    • Before using this, you must first install a MIDI driver so that MIDI data can be transmitted.
      For the installation procedure, refer to the documentation for your driver or application.

Support

If you have questions about operating your Roland product, please check our Knowledge Base for answers to the most common questions.
You can also contact our Product Support through Roland Backstage.
In addition, we have a library of Owner’s Manuals and Support Documents that you can download and reference.

Owner’s Manuals

Support Documents

  • M-16DX TurboStart
  • M-16DX Workshop 01: Getting Started with the M-16DX

    This booklet introduces you to the M-16DX, providing a tour of its mixing controls and presenting some important underlying concepts. The booklet also explains how to set up the M-16DX system.

  • M-16DX Workshop 02: Inputs and Outputs on the M-16DX

    The M-16DX has an impressive variety of inputs and outputs. This booklet explains where they are, what they're for, and how to use them.

  • M-16DX Workshop 03: Basic Signal-Flow Tutorial

    In this booklet, we'll take you through the steps for getting audio from a mic into, around, and out of the M-16DX. The booklet's both a simple how-to and a detailed explanation of signal flow in the M-16DX, an important thing to understand in any mixer.

  • M-16DX Workshop 04: Live Mixing with the M-16DX

    The M-16DX makes a great compact live mixer, with killer sound and a flexibility you'll come to really appreciate at show time. This booklet takes you from setup to soundcheck to performance, with instructions, tips, and strategies.

  • M-16DX Workshop 05: Using the M-16DX with a DAW

    The M-16DX makes a great front end for a computer-based DAW (digital audio workstation) recording studio. This booklet gets you started, with explanations of universal DAW concepts. It also takes you through the downloading and installation of the necessary M-16DX drivers.

  • M-16DX Workshop 06: Using the M-16DX with SONAR LE™

    If you're a SONAR LE™ user (SONAR LE ships with the M-16DX) read the Using the M-16DX with a DAW Workshop booklet, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up SONAR LE for use with the M-16DX.

    *SONAR LE™ is a trademark of Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.

  • M-16DX Workshop 07: Using the M-16DX with GarageBand™

    If you're an Apple™ GarageBand™ user, read the Using the M-16DX with a DAW Workshop booklet, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up GarageBand for use with the M-16DX.

    *Apple™ and GarageBand™ are trademarks of Apple Inc. Apple Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.

  • M-16DX Workshop 08: Using the M-16DX with SONAR

    If you're a SONAR™ user, read the Using the M-16DX with a DAW Workshop booklet, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up SONAR for use with the M-16DX.

    *SONAR™ and SONAR LE™ are trademarks of Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.

  • M-16DX Workshop 09: Using the M-16DX with Logic Pro™

    If you're an Apple™ Logic Pro™ user, read the Using the M-16DX with a DAW Workshop booklet, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up Logic Pro 8 for use with the M-16DX.

    *Apple™ and Logic Pro™ are trademarks of Apple Inc. Apple Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.

  • M-16DX Workshop 10: Using the M-16DX with Cubase

    If you're a Cubase™ user, read the Using the M-16DX with a DAW Workshop booklet, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up Cubase for use with the M-16DX.

    * Cubase™ is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies, GmbH. Steinberg Media Technologies, GmbH is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.

  • M-16DX Workshop 11: Using the M-16DX with Digital Performer

    If you're a Digital Performer™ user, read the Using the M-16DX with a DAW Workshop booklet, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up Performer for use with the M-16DX.

    * Performer™ is a trademark of Mark of the Unicorn, Inc. Mark of the Unicorn, Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.

  • M-16DX Workshop 12: Using the M-16DX with Ableton Live

    If you're an Ableton Live™ user, read the Using the M-16DX with a DAW Workshop booklet, and then read this one. It provides specific instructions for setting up Live for use with the M-16DX.

    * Ableton Live™ is a trademark of Ableton. Ableton is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.

  • M-16DX Workshop 13: M-16DX EQ

    What's a great mixer without EQ? The M-16DX supplies all the EQ you'll need for recording, live mixing, and audio/video production, and this booklet explains how to use it.

  • M-16DX Workshop 14: The M-16DX Effects

    The M-16DX contains reverb, echo, and a host of helpful insert effects. Learn how to operate and tweak them in this booklet.

  • M-16DX Workshop 15: Tuning Your Room with RAC

    One of the most innovative features of the M-16DX is its Room Acoustic Control, "RAC." RAC can automatically customize the M-16DX's output to compensate for acoustic issues in your studio or performance venue. This booklet tells you how to put RAC to work for you.

  • M-16DX Workshop 16: Using Scenes on the M-16DX

    One of the biggest advantages of a digital mixer like the M-16DX is its ability to remember your settings for you, and to recall them in a heartbeat. The M-16DX does this using its 16 "scenes." You'll learn how to create, edit, save, and recall scenes in this booklet.

  • M-16DX Workshop 17: Creating Submixes Using the Mute/Alt Bus

    The M-16DX's Mute/Alt system provides an extra stereo bus you can use for a submix when you'd like to simultaneously control an entire group of related sounds with a single set of controls. This booklet explains how to create a submix on the M-16DX.

  • M-16DX Workshop 18: Using the M-16DX's Finalize Tool

    To make your stereo mixes sound as great as possible, the M-16DX offers Finalize, which can smooth out and tighten-up your work. Learn how to use Finalize in this booklet.

  • M-16DX Workshop 19: Using the M-16DX as a DAW Controller

    With Version 2.00 and higher software, the M-16DX can act as a control surface for such popular DAWs as SONAR LE, SONAR, Logic Pro, and Live. You can control these DAWs without taking your hands off the M-16DX you're already using as their multi-channel audio interface. Here's all you need to know about how to use the M-16DX as a control surface.

    *SONAR™ and SONAR LE™ are trademarks of Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.

    Apple™ and Logic Pro™ are trademarks of Apple Inc. Apple Inc. is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.

    Live™ is a trademark of Ableton. Ableton is not associated or affiliated with Roland in any manner.

  • M-16DX Workshop 20: Using the M-16DX as an Onstage Submixer

    If you're playing in a band, the M-16DX makes a great personal onstage submixer. Learn how to get your own monitor mix as you deliver your own killer mix of your sounds to the house engineer.