Vestax PMC-500

Vestax PMC-500 Product Details

Description

Vestax PMC-500 5 CHANNEL PROFESSIONAL DJ MIXER

The VESTAX PMC-500 is one of two 19" club/install mixers released this year by Vestax. It is loaded with features that can not be found on any other mixer. At the request of club owners, installation designers, club techs and DJs around the world, Vestax has created a high quality installation mixer perfect for any environment (size and or use) and for any user (type, style & knowledge). With five dedicated line channels and 2 MIC/line channels it is perfect for not only dance dedicated venues but also for bars, clubs or other like premises where the music needs change nightly. Any DJ will be able to navigate the excellent and easy to use features within no time and installers/club techs will be impressed with the high grade internal circuitry and features that could make just about any sound system sound better. No other mixer solution is as complete or as reliable.

The PMC-500 offers:

1. Five input PGMs and two dedicated mic/line PGMs.

2. Three band isolator per PGM.

3. Seven segment led meters per PGM.

4. High quality tight torque input faders with rotary option.

5. -10dB/0dB input and output attenuation.

6. Stereo aux send with advanced monitoring capabilities.

7. Fire alarm mute switch.

8. Cross fader curve control.

FEATURES:

Five input PGMs and two dedicated mic/line PGMs

Each PGM has inputs for one phono and two line inputs allowing for a total of 5 phonos, 2 mics and 12 line inputs. Each of the five main line PGMs on the PMC-500 has its own printed circuit board. Essentially this means that each board has more physical space on which to print a more open and clean circuit. For a circuit this equates to improved sound quality and much improved reduction in noise and cross talk. Furthermore, because each board is separate per PGM, servicing is a lot easier.

Three Band Isolators per Channel

The PMC-500 uses three band isolators per PGM that offers 100% infinity cut and +4dB of boost. This is an EQ section that DJs dream about. The +4dB of boost is just enough gain to allow the DJ to emphasize the frequencies without overdriving and creating distortion. Club owners also appreciate the +4dB of gain because DJs will not do any damage to their expensive sound system.

Seven Segment LED Meters per PGM

The PMC-500 has extremely accurate meters on the individual PGM inputs along the left side of each isolator. Meters are essential for the professional “Mix” DJ. It allows the DJ to correct and match levels between records or CDs. The DJ wants the music to change when crossfading between records and have the volume remain the same.

Tight Torque Input Faders

The PMC-500 is equipped with the world’s best faders. These are 60mm tight torque VCA faders that offer the most accurate fade and smoothest feel on the market. The PMC-500 also offers an optional rotary kit (DF-500) for the DJs and clubs that prefer rotary knobs. The crossfader is a third generation PCV fader with curve control. The crossfader is user replaceable, but with a life expectancy of 2,000,000 passes it pretty much guarantees that it should never need replacing.

Input and Output Attenuation

All PGM inputs and master outputs have selectable gain attenuation switches of 0dB or -10dB allowing the club owner or club tech to cut up to -20dB. This is a very important feature to have on mixers that will be used in very loud environments like clubs or bars. They can reduce the risk of damage to their sound system by limiting the amount of gain. DJs are notorious for running in the red. These attenuation options will prohibit DJs from over-gaining.

Fire Alarm Mute Switch

Another important feature that can only be found on the PMC-500 is a “Fire Alarm Mute Switch”. In order to ensure venues meet modern safety standards the PMC-500 has incorporated this system. This unique system can be found beneath the power switch on the rear panel. It connects directly to the club’s smoke alarm system and when activated, it gently brings down the PGM volumes leaving the mic on for emergency instructions.

With more than enough creative room for even the most experimental DJs the PMC-500 is truly suitable for almost any type of DJ. In addition to the features that have already been explained, there are a number of other features that make this mixer very user friendly. Without a doubt this mixer is worth the investment for any serious DJ.

The PMC-500 includes Vestax's PCV crossfader with our pre-selectable crossfader curve settings are included to fit long or short throw mixing styles. The crossfader is also field-replaceable for zero downtime.