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Congratulations on your purchase of the Samson MDR8 mixer! The MDR8 is an eight channel mixer, with six low
noise microphone pre-amps, and built-in 24 BIT DSP effects processor. The MDR8 also features HDM (Hard
Disk Mode), which when engaged, provides a special monitoring and bussing mode ideal for interfacing with a
computer based hard disk recorder. Clean, clear sound reproduction with dazzling digital effects including Delay,
Chorus and lush Reverb, packaged in a rugged enclosure, ensure reliable high quality sound from performance
to performance. Optimized for recording, live sound reinforcement and commercial installations, the MDR8 is an
ideal mixer solution offering big sound in a compact package.
In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the MDR8 mixer, as well a description of its
front and rear panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specifications. You’ll also find a war-
ranty card enclosed—please don’t forget to fill it out and mail it in so that you can receive online technical support
and so we can send you updated information about these and other Samson products in the future.
With proper care and adequate air circulation, your MDR8 will operate trouble free for many years. We recom-
mend you record your serial number in the space provided below for future reference.
Serial number:
Date of purchase:
Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) must be obtained before shipping
your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON
(1-800-372-6766) for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing
materials and if possible, return the unit in the original carton and packing materials.
Introduction
Summary of Contents for MDR 8
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