The two new products in the MBX family are dedicated to wireless streaming. The MBX-AMP is a full-featured streaming audio player with
a built-in amplifier; the MBX-PRE is a preamp-only (non-amplified) version. These multi-function products have been designed with two
key customer needs in mind:
1.) Flat screen TVs are amazingly thin, but the built-in speakers provide poor sound quality. You can greatly improve the audio
performance by connecting your TV to an MBX-AMP. The small form factor of the MBX-AMP makes it easy to locate within the room for a
clean, uncluttered installation. The slim design SLM-1 IR Receiver is included in the box. We’re the only similar product that has anything
like this.
2.) MP3 files, streaming services— consumers have virtually unlimited content available via their mobile devices. The wireless streaming
abilities of the new MBX products make them ideal to add the convenience of wireless and the quality of Russound entertainment to
consumers’ listening pleasure.
These new streaming MBX products give you the flexibility and reliability you need to satisfy the needs of your clientele. And they deliver
high-quality music performance that today’s customers demand.
And now with the ability to take voice commands from Amazon’s Alexa and Google Home, these new streaming products are a welcome
addition to any customer’s home entertainment functionality with simple, intuitive Voice Control.
Overview
The MBX-PRE was designed with input from installers like you to create a professional quality
streamer that can be added to any audio system. These suggestions included connection
flexibility, source expandability and control capabilities to simplify your efforts in installation
and configuration and to make your customers happier. Here are the key features:
The MBX-PRE works well with any Russound MCA series controller as a fully integrated
Russound source. This would enable it to be controlled by any Russound MCA-Series Keypad
like the MDK-C6 or the SLK-1. Additionally, the MBX-PRE can be used with any other amplifier
or receiver as an easy way to add hi-res audio streaming and app control to an existing
installation.
The MBX-PRE can be added to the home network easily via wired or Wi-Fi connection.
For those that wish to play content from an external USB drive, there is a convenient USB port for music on flash drives or USB hard
drives.
The built-in 12V trigger enables you to activate an external amplifier with ease.
One of the benefits of the MBX-PRE is that it lets you easily add streaming audio, app control and Voice Controllable audio to any system.
And of course, with the current popularity of voice control, the new MBX-PRE is Voice Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home
due to its advanced Chromecast built-in features.
With a larger array of great entertainment sources than ever before, the MBX-PRE provides ready access to Spotify, SiriusXM, TuneIn,
vTuner, DLNA, Deezer, and Tidal and any other service using Apple AirPlay™ or any app that supports Google Chromecast like Pandora,
iHeart Radio, Google Play Music, YouTube Music, etc.
Key MBX-PRE Features
Product Guide
MBX-PRE Streaming Audio Player
