Precise 24-bit/96-kHz Audio and High-performance Head Amps
Advanced custom DSP-7 LSIs feature 32-bit internal processing (58-bit accumulator) at extremely high speed. Full functionality is provided when mixing all 96 channels at 96 kHz. All analog inputs and outputs - including the 24 microphone/line inputs - employ precision 24-bit A/D and D/A converters for an outstanding 110-dB dynamic range. Top-performance head amplifiers provide precise, uncolored pre-amplification prior to A/D conversion, and optimum circuit configurations and parts for all stages of the design were determined through repeated listening tests by some of the best "ears" in the industry.96-input 22-bus Mix Capacity at 96 kHz
Although it is a desktop type console, the DM2000 offers generous mixing capacity with up to 96 simultaneous inputs. All 96 input channels include four-band parametric EQ, gating, compression/limiting, and up to 453 milliseconds of delay with variable feedback. What's more, all of this functionality is available at 96 kHz. The output section also offers plenty of versatility with 22 buses: 8 group buses, 12 auxiliary buses, and the main stereo bus. Group buses 1 through 6 also function as surround buses, and a Bus to Stereo function allows sound-reinforcement type sub-mixing as well as easy downmixing of 5.1, or 3-1 surround to stereo. Eight of the 12 auxiliary buses can be used as surround effect sends, and there's a "Unity" function that automatically sets the auxiliary buses to nominal (0 dB) level, so they can be used as additional group buses. Four stereo matrixes provide additional utility for live sound, surround, and other applications.Powerful Channel Functions with Flexible Control and Patching
All 96 input channels as well as the 8 group buses, 12 auxiliary buses, 4 stereo matrixes and stereo bus feature powerful mixing functions including gate and compressor dynamics processing, input attenuation, four-band parametric EQ with a choice of Type I and Type II algorithms, channel inserts, delay, surround and stereo panning, and phase. Easy-access dedicated controllers are provided for routing, auxiliary/matrix send, dynamics, stereo and surround panning, and EQ. Dedicated controls are also provided for copying and pasting channel parameters, even between different scenes. Control data is graphically displayed via the LCD screen, and can be saved in "libraries" for easy recall whenever recalled. All inputs, outputs, insert patch points, direct outputs, and effect sends and returns can be freely patched to configure the system as required via graphical on-screen "digital patching" displays: for example, you could patch one input to multiple channels, or assign the signal from one bus to multiple outputs. The encoders and name displays associated with each fader can be used to make input patch and direct out settings without having to refer to the LCD display, and you can save your patch settings as library data for recall when needed.Eight Advanced Multi-effect Processors Plus Six 31-band GEQs
The DM2000's eight internal effect processors deliver full functionality and performance even when the console is running at 96 kHz. New effect programs such as multi-band compression and surround-compatible 5.1 reverb and 5.1 modulation* augment the console's processing capabilities, and can be used in a send/return loop or as inserts effects. The DM2000 also features six 31-band graphic equalizers with switchable 6, 15, or 24-dB ranges.

* Each surround processor may occupy up to four of the onboard effect processors.Versatile Connectivity for a Wide Range of Applications
The DM2000 rear panel provides 24 microphone/line inputs with balanced XLR/TRS jacks that feature top-performance head amplifiers for outstanding audio quality. These inputs also offer insert I/O jacks with bypass switches, and individual phantom power switches. There are five 2-track inputs: two analog and three digital with built-in sample rate converters. All analog inputs and outputs employ precision 24-bit, 96-kHz converters. Eight versatile "omni" outputs can be used for stereo or surround monitoring. Two pairs of XLR-type CR monitor outputs allow convenient connection to large and small monitors. Two AES/EBU format digital stereo outputs and one coaxial digital stereo output provide a total of three digital outs with sampling rate converters for broad connectivity.Six I/O Expansion Slots for Easy Expansion in a Variety of Formats
Each of six Mini-YGDAI (Yamaha General Digital Audio Interface) expansion card slots support up to 16 additional channels of digital I/O in AES/EBU, ADAT or TASCAM format, as well as a range of other interface cards including double-speed 96 kHz (AES/EBU) digital I/O cards, 96-kHz compatible AD/DA cards, and a range of analog I/O cards. The DM2000 expansion slots also accept various Mini-YGDAI compatible cards available from third parties.Cascade Connector and a Generous Selection of Control Interfaces
A cascade connector allows two DM2000 consoles to be connected to provide up to 192 input channels. Versatile MIDI control capability is provided via MIDI IN, OUT, and THRU connectors and an independent MTC input connector. USB and RS422 "TO HOST" connectors, an XLR type SMPTE time code input, a 9-pin D-sub remote connector that supports P2 commands or remote HA control, and a 25-pin D-sub control connector give the DM2000 extensive control capability in any type of application. There's also a PS/2 keyboard connector for convenient name entry. Two sets of word clock I/O connectors support double-channel 96 kHz operation.An Ideal Platform for Surround Production
Surround panning was originally provided on the 02R and 03D, but the DM2000 goes much further with a comprehensive range of features for surround production. The Matrix Mixing and Bus to Stereo functions make it easy to downmix 5.1 or 3-1 surround sources to stereo, and the 3-1 output can be connected via Dolby Surround or DTS stereo encoders back to a DM2000 slot input to allow real-time comparison between the encoded and pre-encoded sound. A panning joystick is provided in the Selected Channel control section to