{"product_id":"arrakis-marc-stl-stereo-line-input-module","title":"Arrakis MARC-STL Stereo Line Input Module","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrakis MARC-STL Stereo Line Input Module\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat This Arrakis MARC-STL Stereo Line Input Module Actually Is This is the dedicated stereo line input module for the MARC-15 console, built to slot directly into any available position in the mainframe's modular design and add proper stereo line-level connectivity wherever your studio needs it. Since the MARC platform treats every channel as an independent, swappable module, this stereo line module gives you a purpose-built way to bring in playback devices, automation feeds, or any other stereo line-level source without needing outboard equipment to handle level matching or additional signal conditioning. Built around extremely low noise and distortion input amplifiers, this module is engineered specifically for clean stereo audio performance, giving you a professional-grade signal path for any line-level source you connect. Why Low Noise and Distortion Amplifiers Matter at the Line Input Stage The stereo line input module uses input amplifiers specifically designed for extremely low noise and distortion, which matters considerably since any noise or coloration introduced at this early stage in your signal chain carries through everything downstream, including your console's mixing and output processing. A cleaner input stage translates directly into a cleaner final broadcast, particularly noticeable when running multiple stereo sources through the console simultaneously, where accumulated noise from lower-quality input stages can become audible even if each individual source seems fine on its own. This focus on input amplifier quality reflects the same engineering philosophy Arrakis applies throughout the MARC-15 platform, where signal integrity at every stage matters just as much as the console's overall feature set. How the A\/B Input Selector Gives You Source Flexibility Each stereo line module includes two separate stereo inputs, labeled A and B, letting you connect two different stereo sources to the same physical module and switch between them as needed rather than requiring a separate module for every single source. This A\/B input selector functions similarly to the input selection found on the console's mic modules, giving operators a straightforward way to toggle between two connected devices, whether that's switching between two different playback sources, or having a backup source ready to go on the same channel without needing to physically swap cables mid-show. Why Relay Isolated Source Control on the 'A' Input Matters The 'A' input on this module includes reed relay isolated start and stop logic, giving you the ability to remotely trigger a connected machine source to begin or stop playback directly from the console itself. This kind of logic control is particularly valuable for automation systems, CD players, or other playback equipment that supports remote triggering, letting an operator start a connected source with the same button they'd use to bring up that channel's fader, rather than needing to separately walk over and manually trigger playback on the source device itself. Because this logic runs through reed relay isolation, it avoids introducing the kind of electrical noise or ground loop issues that a less carefully isolated control connection might create. How Front Panel Trim Adjustment Gives You Precise Level Control Every stereo line module includes a front panel trim pot, letting you fine-tune the incoming level of each connected source directly at the module itself rather than relying solely on the console's fader for gain staging. This matters because properly setting your input trim before the signal reaches the fader gives you cleaner headroom and more consistent levels across different sources, especially useful when connecting devices with varying output levels that would otherwise require constant fader adjustment to compensate. How This Module Fits Into the MARC-15's Overall Modular Configuration Because the MARC-15 mainframe supports any number of stereo line modules up to the console's total channel capacity, you can populate as many of these modules as your studio's actual source count requires, mixing them freely alongside mic, phone, USB, Bluetooth, and studio monitor modules in whatever combination makes sense for your specific setup. Since every module is independently swappable, adding this stereo line module to an existing MARC-15 mainframe is straightforward, simply populate an available slot rather than needing to modify or replace any other part of your console. Who Should Be Adding This Module to Their MARC-15 Console This module is essential for any station running a MARC-15 mainframe that needs stereo line-level connectivity, whether that's for automation playback, CD or media players, remote broadcast feeds, or any other stereo source your studio regularly connects. It's particularly valuable for stations needing remote start and stop control over connected automation equipment given the relay isolated logic on the A input, and for any setup where switching between two different stereo sources on the same channel adds practical workflow flexibility. For anyone building out or expanding a MARC-15 mainframe's line-level input capacity, this module is the specific component that delivers that functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arrakis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50995704299767,"sku":"MARC-STL","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0422\/1291\/7402\/files\/arrakis-systems-logo_d9676b44-b8c6-4285-9b46-5eec4888efc8.jpg?v=1785795076","url":"https:\/\/www.305broadcast.com\/products\/arrakis-marc-stl-stereo-line-input-module","provider":"305broadcast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}