Yamaha M3000 40/16 mixing console - Sound mixer

The input section offers 16 auxiliaries that can be switched to a variety of operations. The first eight busses are controlled in increments of two. If the master is assigned as fixed, then the module's 1 through 8 switch is a group assign. This disables the rotary auxiliary send.

If the variable switch is engaged, the rotary acts as a true aux send - switchable pre/post in groups of four. The numerical switch must be depressed to engage the aux send to the aux master. The remaining eight busses function as full-time auxiliary sends, also switchable to pre/post mode in groups of four. Each channel may also be assigned to one or all of eight VCA masters.

The master section features 16 bus masters , as well as eight VCA group faders that show nominal level sends, just like the PM4000. This console, again like the PM4000, also possesses a master output section that closely resembles its favored status touring predecessor. The matrix section allows you to send any group to any matrix master send or to the stereo bus - or you can send the stereo bus to any matrix master.

The back panel is straightforward with an XLR, a TRS insert and a line-out connection for each input. There is also a provision for adjoining console's PFL/SOLO to be linked to the M3000. All outputs are XLR/balanced for quiet communication to outboard effects, processors, amplifiers, etc.