The Empath mixer combines the vision of Grandmaster Flash and Rane technology. Compact size, exceptional performance and advanced features set the Empath mixer apart. The Empath is the most able 3-channel, 10" format mixer available. The name implies understanding, awareness and sensitivity to the needs of DJs.The top plate is durable Lexan™, available in 4 color versions:

• Black on Black
• Rotary Empath
• Original Blue
• Grandmaster Flash Gold Signature Edition

All four versions have the same operating features. The Empath meets the requirements of all DJ genres: trance · downtempo · techno · breakbeat · hip-hop · scratch · house · drum & bass · live music · freestyle · reggae · hardcore · chill...

Features Important to DJs

• Universal internal power supply. When traveling, finding power supply adapters is difficult. The Empath accepts 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power, for use anywhere in the world without adapters.
• Auto-Gain prevents performance-wrecking swings in program level when changing sources. The music is never too soft or clipped.
• FlexFX™ is a post-fader external stereo effects loop with individual Dry/Wet pan controls for Inputs 1, 2, 3 and the Mic.
• Penny & Giles™ faders are simply the best money can buy. Smooth, accurate and reliable mixing by employing the most respected name in audio faders.
• Two kinds of fader caps are provided for different preferences: soft rubber caps for smooth mixing, and hard plastic caps for fast mixing.
• Flash-Cue allows rapidly selecting Crossfader A-Cue-sum or Crossfader B-Cue-sum with one switch, more complicated on other mixers.
• Multiple Outputs. Nothing is more frustrating than arriving at a club with the wrong cables. Systems may have XLR, TRS or RCA connectors. The Empath provides all 3.
• Low and High headphone tone controls make your headphones sound better.
• Both ¼" and 3.5mm headphone jacks are simultaneously usable. More headphones are compatible with the Empath.
• Two assignable CD triggers work with any CD player with fader start ability.
• Accelerated-Slope™, full-cut, 3-band tone controls are the most flexible and highest quality available.
• Crossfader assign switches allow any Input Channel to be mixed on the A-side, B-side or Post Crossfader.
• Level meters view Stereo Cue, Stereo Master Mix, Split Cue or Main Output signals.

Auto-Gain looks at the input signal level (black line) and compares it to the ideal or “Target” level (0 dB). With Auto-Gain on, the gain is increased when it’s above -16 dB, and decreased when it goes over the 0 dB Target (red line). A 3 dB increase or decrease in input level results in 1 dB increase/decrease in output level. It turns the gain down at a rate of 32 dB per second, and turns the gain up at a rate of 5.33 dB per second. Once Auto-Gain is active and falls below -16 dB, it is held indefinitely (blue line).

The Level is monitored at the Cue point, after the Gain trim and after EQ, but before the channel fader. The Input 1-2-3 Auto-Gain switch affects all three channels or none.

To monitor Auto-Gain with the Cue meter system:

• Set A-CUE-B switch to CUE position.
• Select the desired Cue source.
• Set SPLIT CUE switch to “IN” position.
• Set CUE/MASTER Pan to center position.
• Set meter CUE/MAIN source switch “IN” to CUE.
• The level before Auto-Gain is shown on the left meter.
• The level after Auto-Gain is shown on the right meter.

Set the Input Gain trim so normal input levels result in 0 dB on the meter with or without Auto-Gain engaged.

User Comments

• Rane makes unmatched quality products. This is my 6th piece of Rane equipment, it's excellent. - John, MD
• Best fader on the market! - Robert, NY
• Love the company and the products. Will only use Rane mixers. - Mark, MD
• I've waited a long time for a Rane quality mixer, now that I have it, the possibilities seem endless. - Gabe, WA
• Best fader on the market! - Robert, NY
• Very rugged, great sound quality, and excellent EQs and sliders. - Late Night Production, CA
• Awesome mixer - nothing else like it on the market. - Steven, MA
• Very good sounding. Clean and sharp. - Justin, CA
• This truly is a great mixer. I've had a few before this and played with a couple more, and none of the others even comes close. - Justin, TX
• Flawless!! - Edwin, OR
• You guys make great gear and I stand by your products. Keep up the quality and I will be happy! - Gregory, CA
• The adjustable crossfaders are especially crisp. the best I've come across. -Johnathan, TN