Midas M32 Brochure & Specs page 6

Designing A Future Classic
Our goal for M32 was to combine the best of classic
British console designs with advanced modern
technology to completely redefi ne what a medium-
format live console can off er.
We began the industrial design process by drawing
inspiration from a somewhat unexpected source -
the luxury and high-performance car industry.
Why High-Performance Cars?
Simply because the design teams at Aston
Martin*, Bentley*, Rolls Royce*, and other leading
manufacturers are skilled at introducing innovative
technological advancements while simultaneously
maintaining the feel, essence, and intangible
qualities of their cherished brands. And in essence,
that's the challenge we too faced when creating the
M32 console.
So in order to create a future-forward design that
took the MIDAS legacy even further, we enlisted the
help of Rajesh Kutty, a leading industrial designer
known for his work with celebrated luxury auto
manufacturers including Bentley.
Kutty started by examining the design elements
that have made MIDAS consoles so highly sought
after - from the straightforward, logical layout to the
unparalleled usability and ergonomics. These are
characteristics that live sound engineers around the
world have come to rely on, and are key aspects of
the MIDAS legacy.
With these design elements in mind, Kutty set
forth to create a styling that would be modern,
innovative, futuristic, and stunningly elegant.
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Many diff erent construction materials were tested.
Countless design variations were explored. And in
the end, a styling was chosen that represented the
perfect marriage between aerodynamic artistry and
uncompromising performance. The design is both
ultramodern and distinctly classic at the same time.
The Landmark in Console History
A close look at M32 reveals
that the styling is completely
new in every sense of
the word. Rajesh Kutty's
automotive-inspired design
elements mesh perfectly
with a recognisable MIDAS
signature, setting the
M32 apart from any other console. Its beautifully
streamlined and elegant form factor completely
revolutionises the experience of live mixing.
The MIDAS M32 construction is equally impressive,
and is designed to off er you years of reliable
performance while withstanding the demanding
environment of live performance venues. M32
employs a predominantly space-frame construction,
with parts of the sub-frame consisting of durable
and lightweight carbon fi bre and aluminium.
Multiple alloys have been employed throughout to
guarantee maximum component effi ciency and an
improved performance-weight ratio.
The M32 is an innovative, evolved design that brings
together modern construction principles and high-
tech materials into a styling that's destined to go
down as a landmark in console history.
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