NEW: Monitor Mission for Mastering and Mixing Immersive Audio
Thanks to its touchscreen user interface, the MT 48 can be configured for various application scenarios using dedicated "Missions". The Monitor Mission transforms the MT 48 into a comprehensively equipped, highly flexible, state-of-the-art monitor controller. In addition to mono and stereo setups, any surround and immersive formats can be configured. On board are precise trim and delay functions to compensate for level and time-of-arrival differences, as well as EQs with up to 24 bands per output channel for room adjustment. Flexible bass management and downmix are also part of the Monitor Mission.
In use, speaker sets and headphone cues can be conveniently managed, speakers can be muted or monitored solo, and you can switch between mono, stereo and surround or immersive formats. The Monitor Mission is the ideal tool for mixing and mastering with the flexibility required today to ensure perfect sound for every medium and every playback device.
MT 48 owners who
register their device by 31 March 2025 are eligible for a free permanent license for the Monitor Mission.
NEW: The MT 48 Becomes Dante Ready™
While the MT 48 has always supported the open standard RAVENNA/AES67 for networked audio, some users requested compatibility with the Dante protocol, developed and overseen by Audinate. Due to its ease of use and high compatibility, Dante is widely used in the live and installation sector.
Starting in Q4/2024, the MT 48 will ship Dante Ready™ (indicated by a sticker on the packaging). Ex factory, the MT 48 continues to be delivered with the RAVENNA/AES67 firmware preinstalled. For Dante operation, Neumann provides an alternative Dante firmware free of charge. In addition, an 8x8 or 64x64 I/O Dante channel license is required, which must be purchased from Audinate. This ensures there are no additional costs for users who do not require Dante.
More information about Dante and a Dante Ready™ upgrade for existing customers can be found in our
Dante FAQs.