Samson S-Zone – 4-input/4-zone stereo commercial mixer (1U) with matrix routing, ducking, and integrated monitoring system

Samson S-Zone – 4-input/4-zone stereo commercial mixer (1U) with matrix routing, ducking, and integrated monitoring system

The Samson S-Zone is a commercial zone mixer that packs everything you need into a 1U footprint for distributing audio to up to 4 independently controllable stereo zones . It offers 4 input channels (two Mic/Line with +15V phantom power and two stereo Line ) and a front-panel routing matrix that lets you assign any input to any zone with illuminated pushbuttons. To ensure clear messaging over background music, the mic channels feature level ducking . Each zone output features volume , 2-band EQ (±15 dB at 100 Hz/10 kHz), stereo/mono switching , and a 6-segment VU meter , making it easy to tailor the sound to four independent areas .

The S-Zone installs cleanly thanks to Euroblock connectors on the inputs and outputs, and integrates a monitoring section with an internal speaker , headphone output , and zone selector to listen to what's playing in each area from the rack itself. It also allows remote volume control per zone via a 100 kΩ linear potentiometer wired up to approximately 900 m (3,000 ft). Its internal power supply with an IEC socket, steel chassis , and consumption of only 5 W make it reliable and efficient for retail , hospitality, gyms, education, offices, or houses of worship.

Main features

• 4 inputs / 4 stereo zones in 1U with illuminated push-button routing matrix .
• Inputs: 2 × Mic/Line (preamplifier with +15 V phantom and ducking ) + 2 × Stereo Line .
• Zone outputs (×4): volume , 2-band EQ (±15 dB at 100 Hz/10 kHz), Stereo/Mono and 6-LED VU meter .
• Integrated monitor: internal speaker, headphone output and selector to listen to any zone from the front.
• Zone volume remote control with 100 kΩ potentiometer (up to ~ 900 m with 3-conductor shielded cable).
• Euroblock connections on inputs (6 pins) and outputs (9 pins) for quick and secure installation.
• Quality Audio: THD < 0.02%, max S/N 96 dB; Mic 600 Ω / Line 22 kΩ inputs; max output +21 dBu.
• Construction/Power: Steel chassis, internal power supply with IEC, consumption 5 W.

Product benefits

• Full zone control : level, equalization and stereo/mono mode independent for each area.
• Clear messaging : Ducking on mic inputs to prioritize announcements/paging over music.
• Professional installation : all in Euroblock, integrated monitoring and remote volume option per zone.
• Efficiency and reliability : low-noise, low-power electronics in a robust 1U chassis.

Use cases

• Shops, restaurants, hotels, and gyms with ambient music and area announcements.
• Schools, offices and places of worship that require room layout.
• Corporate AV installations with local/centralized volume control.

Description for projects

4-input / 4-zone stereo mixer in 1U . Inputs: CH1–2 Mic/Line (Mic 600 Ω, phantom +15 V , ducking with level adjustment) and CH3–4 Stereo Line . Zone outputs: volume , EQ ±15 dB at 100 Hz and 10 kHz, Stereo/Mono , 6-LED VU meter . Front monitor with internal speaker, zone selector and headphones . Euroblock on inputs (6 pins) and outputs (9 pins). Zone volume remote with 100 kΩ potentiometer (up to ~900 m). Performance: THD < 0.02 % , S/N max. 96 dB , output max. +21 dBu . Internal power supply with IEC, consumption 5 W . Dimensions: 482 × 255 × 44 mm (W × D × H); weight 2.31 kg .