Split Cueing The MP 2016S is a rotary-controlled mixer featuring six Input Channels, Booth and House Outputs, Pre-Effects Tape Outputs, Post-Effects Tape Outputs with Level control, switchable Effects Loop, and Headphone Cueing. Input Channels 1 through 4 feature high quality RIAA phono preamplifiers which may be switched to line input via rear panel switches. Input Channels 5 and 6 each provide a balanced mic preamp with Input Gain trim, Mic/Line switch, two-band EQ, Mic Engage switch and an internal Booth Ducking enable jumper. In addition to the six dedicated preamplifiers, all six Input channels may select any of the five stereo Auxiliary Inputs.
Each Input Channel provides a 6-position source selector, Input Gain control for matching levels, Signal/Overload indicators and a studio-grade Master Mix control.
The Booth Output may select Master or Cue as its source. An ultra-low noise, high power headphone amplifier also allows monitoring the Master Mix or Cue Mix. Since the original MP 2016, we've added Split Cue. Individual Cue switches on each channel drive a panning Master / Cue control for the Headphone output.
The Master Mix circuit provides Signal/Overload indicators, Mono switch and high-pass/rumble filters. In addition, the Master Output features patent-pending high performance 3-band, full-cut, Accelerated-Slope tone controls.
The MP 2016S provides exceptional ergonomics, good feel and a clean, intuitive layout packaged in a compact 19 inch, 3U rack mount chassis, a scant five inches deep.
The XP 2016S may be mounted directly above or below the MP 2016S, and connected with the included ribbon cable.
So you say,"Great, but to accommodate the diverse needs of all DJ mixing styles, I need dedicated high performance three-band, full-cut, Accelerated-Slope tone controls for each of the six Input Channels, high-performance Active-Crossfader with full range contour control, A-Post-B crossfader assign switches and a stereo, 10-segment, peak dBu Master/Cue meter with peak hold; all without effecting the ergonomics of my classic rotary mixer."
We've got you covered! With the flip of a switch on the MP 2016S front panel, you can engage the optional XP 2016S External Processor and acquire all of these features.
The XP 2016S is an optional external processor designed specifically for use with the MP 2016S. The XP 2016S is intended to mount above or below the MP 2016S. It connects with a single 10-inch ribbon cable and is engaged with the flip of a switch on the MP 2016S front panel. If an XP 2016S is not connected, the XP 2016S engage switch on the MP 2016S has no effect.
The XP 2016S provides dedicated Accelerated-Slope, 3-band, full-cut tone controls for each of the six stereo Input channels, A-Post-B Crossfader Assign switches for all six Input channels, a high-performance Active Crossfader with full range Contour control, and a stereo 10-segment peak dBu Master/Cue Meter with peak hold.
The six stereo, post Mix Level signals in the MP 2016S are fed to the XP 2016S. When the XP 2016S is not engaged, the post Mix Level signals go directly to the Master Mix in the MP 2016S. When the XP 2016S is engaged, the stereo Master Mix comes from the XP 2016S.
If all Input channels on the XP 2016S are assigned Post-Crossfader, the Mix will be identical to the MP 2016S (with the addition of tone controls for each Input channel). For Crossfader control, simply assign a channel to the A or B side of the Crossfader. The Active Crossfader features a full-range Contour control for smooth blending or ultra fast cuts.
The Master/Cue Meter follows the source selection of the headphone monitor on the MP 2016S. If Master is selected, the XP 2016S Meter monitors the pre-house-level Master signal. If Cue is selected, the XP 2016S meter monitors the Cue Source.
The XP 2016S matches the MP 2016S ergonomics, packaged in a compact 19 inch, 3U rack mount chassis, 5 inches deep.
| Parameter | Specification / Conditions / Comments |
| Gain (unbalanced outputs): 1 kHz, EQ centered, all levels max, add 6 dB for balanced output | |
| ..........Phono / Line | 52 / 16 dB |
| .........Aux Line | 16 dB |
| .........Mic / Line | 66 / 36 dB |
| .........XP 2016S port | 0 dB |
| ..........House | +6 dB |
| Input Impedance: | at 1 kHz |
| .........Phono/Line | 47.5 kΩ, Shunted by 200 pF |
| .........Aux Line | 23 kΩ |
| .........Mic/Line | 1.02 kΩ / 29 kΩ, Differential input impedance |
| .........Effects Return | 5.11 kΩ |
| Max Input Level: Max input before input stage overload, @ 1 kHz | |
| .........Phono/Line | 77.5 mV |
| .........Aux Line | +20 dBu |
| .........Mic/Line, Max Gain | -30 / 0 dBu |
| .........Mic/Line, Min Gain | 0 / +30 dBu |
| Output Impedance: | @ 1 kHz |
| .........Balanced | 150 Ω, Each leg |
| .........Unbalanced | 300 / 150 Ω, Other / Booth |
| Max Output Levels: | @ 1 kHz |
| .........Balanced | +26 dBu, 2 kΩ load |
| .........Unbalanced | +20 dBu, 2k Ω load |
| .........Headphone | 150 / 120 mW, 600 / 150 Ω |
| Infrasonic Filter | 15 Hz, 18 dB/octave |
| THD+N | .01 %, Line in to unbalanced output, 20 to 20 kHz, 80 kHz BW |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Input gain set for unity, Tones set flat; Any one mix set to max (all others min), any unbalanced out. | |
| ..........Phono | 91 dBu, Input shorted, “A” weighted |
| ..........Mic | 60 dBu, (Mic & Input Gains max) Input terminated 150 Ω |
| ..........Line | 94 dBu, Input terminated with 150 Ω |
| Signal Indicators: SIG / OL | -2 / +18 dBu |
| Crosstalk | -70 dB, Channel to channel, 1 kHz |
| Control Feed-through | -80 dB, 1 kHz |
| Master Tone Controls: Treble | 4k, Shelving Hz, 2nd-order, range +6 dB to off |
| ..........Mid | 300 to 4k, Band-pass Hz, 2nd-order, range +6 dB to off |
| ..........Bass | 300, Shelving Hz, 2nd-order, range +6 dB to off |
| Microphone Tone Controls: | |
| ..........Bass | 100, Shelving Hz, Range ±12 dB |
| ..........Treble | 5k, Shelving Hz, Range ±12 dB |
| Note: 0 dBu=0.775 Vrms | |
Parameter |
Specification / Conditions / Comments |
Gain |
0 dB, 1 kHz, tone flat |
Input Impedance |
20k Ω, 1 kHz |
Max Input Level |
+20 dBu, Before input overload @ 1kHz |
Output Impedance |
100 Ω, @ 1 kHz |
Max Output Levels |
+20 dBu, @ 1 kHz |
THD+N: Post Crossfader |
.01 %, 20 to 20 kHz, 80 kHz BW |
..........Crossfader |
.1 %, 20 to 20 kHz, 80 kHz BW |
Noise |
-82 dBu, Tones set flat |
Meters: Type |
Peak dBu, Follows MP 2016S Headphone source |
Crossfader: Type |
Active with Contour control |
Crosstalk |
-70 dBu, Channel to channel, 1 kHz |
Control Feed-through |
-80 dB, 1 kHz |
Tone Controls: Treble |
4 kHz, Shelving, 2nd-order, range +6 dB to off |
..........Mid |
300 Hz to 4 kHz, Band-pass, 2nd-order, +6 dB to off |
..........Bass |
300 Hz, Shelving, 2nd-order, range +6 dB to off |
Note: 0 dBu=0.775 Vrms |
Parameter |
Specification / Conditions / Comments |
Unit: Agency Listing |
UL/cUL/CE |
Universal Line Voltage |
100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Maximum Power |
12 W |
Unit: Construction |
All Steel |
..........Size |
5.25"H x 19"W x 5.3"D (3U), (13.3 cm x 48.3 cm x 13.5 cm) |
..........Weight |
11 lb, (5.0 kg) Each Unit |
Shipping: Size |
11" x 23" x 16", (27.9 cm x 58.4 cm x 40.6 cm) |
..........Weight |
18 lb, (8.1 kg) Each Unit |
Data Sheet (1M) Manual (1M) Safety and Compliance F 45 / F 60 / F 60X Active Crossfader Replacement Manual (75k) Schematics for MP 2016S (600k) Schematics for XP 2016S (300k)Each unit is shipped with a booklet containing the Manual with Safety and Compliance information, the Data Sheet, the Schematic, the RaneNote "Sound System Interconnection," Declaration of Conformity, and Rane's 2+ Year Warranty information.
Can I get a longer cable for the XP 2016 expander / equalizer unit? I want to mount them next to each other.
Yes. The longer version cable is 25" which provides enough length to mount the MP/XP combination side by side. It can be ordered directly from the Parts Department using part number 11537, (Standard 10" long cable is supplied with XP 2016. It's number is 10897.)
Will the XP2016 or XP2016a work with the current MP2016S?
Yes. All combinations MP/XP series mixers and expanders are fully compatible.
I can't get my BOOTH OUTPUT to play loud enough. Is something wrong?
Not likely. First easy way to test the mixer is flip the BOOTH CUE / MASTER toggle switch up to the CUE position. If the audio from the BOOTH OUTPUT is now much louder, then the mixer is fine and you need to run your levels higher. Make sure to set the INPUT GAIN controls so that the SIG / OL lights flash green. Also make sure that the MIX LEVEL controls are set to at least 3 o'clock. If the controls are set too low, then the BOOTH OUTPUT and MASTER OUTPUT signals will be weaker and the signal-to-noise ratio will suffer.
(MP 2016 only) I don't see any way to hear CUE and PROGRAM (MASTER) signals at the same time. Can this be done?
The MP 2016 headphone and booth switching configurations do not provide simultaneous multiple signal monitoring. You can however send one signal to the BOOTH output and a different one to the HEADPHONE section. Whe the MP2016a was introduced, ability was added to monitor multiple CUE signals as well as blend CUE with house program signals, via the CUE / PGM MONITOR control.
When I use the 1/4" balanced outputs, no signal comes out, but the RCA jacks work fine. Why?
Typically this is caused by incorrect adapters being used. There is a 1/4" to RCA adapter available which looks balanced at the 1/4" end, but it's not. There is no such thing as a balanced 1/4" to RCA adapter. Those which have two insulators (look for two black stripes) and resemble a common stereo headphone plug are just that: a stereo plug. It's not balanced and won't work in the 1/4" output jacks. The correct adapter is an unbalanced (i.e. "mono") 1/4" plug to RCA jack. This is not the best way to hookup the mixer, but usually can be done without damage. If no adapter is being used, check the wiring at the other end. A balanced 1/4" cable should connect to an XLR plug as follows: Tip = Pin 2, Ring = Pin 3 and Sleeve = Pin 1. Connect all three wires and do not short any of them together at either end.
When I use a single cup headphone the sound is distorted. What's wrong?
Single cup headphones are bad because they mono the left and right, which can distort or damage the mixer's high-power headphone amplifier.
What crossfaders can I install in my unit?
There are a few exceptions, but for the most part only one type of crossfader can be installed in any Rane mixer. Click here to see what the part numbers are in the Crossfader Replacement Chart.
Should I use a cleaner on the slide controls?
Absolutely! We use very high quality (high cost) slide pots and like a fine race car, maintenance is critical. If you keep the pot clean and lubricated it will last many years. If you neglect them then try to restore them with a generic cleaner you will just have to replace them. Don't just use any "contact cleaner", see our Detailed Slide Pot Care Procedure.
If the above options don't answer your question, or it's urgent...
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