The NMP 8 is a compact 8x8 DSP matrix processor and part of the TICA® Series. It is designed to route, mix and optimise audio across installed, multi-zone AV systems. It has 4 balanced mic/line inputs featuring switchable 48 V phantom power per input, as well as 4 balanced line outputs. This allows it to connect local microphones, media sources, amplifiers and powered speakers in a clean, streamlined setup.

For networked installations, NMP 8 adds 4×4 AES67 network audio channels (Dante-compatible via AES67), enabling open AoIP integration and scalability across multiple rooms and system endpoints.

NMP 8 is perfect for meeting and training spaces, hybrid classrooms, multi-zone hospitality (lobby/restaurant/terrace), and retail or public facilities combining background music with announcements. Audio can be shaped with per-channel DSP tools including EQ, delay, dynamics, and FIR filtering. Integrated functions such as automatic echo cancellation (AEC), gain sharing, gating automixers, feedback suppression and priority ducking can be added to support clear speech and automated mixing.

NMP 8 is fully integrated in QUESTRA® and designed to scale with other QUESTRA-enabled devices. Installation is straightforward: PoE powered (IEEE 802.3af) with optional DC backup, fanless for noise-sensitive environments, and built in a 1/3 19″ rack, 1U format with an optional rack tray for flexible mounting.

The perfect solution for professional installers and users who need a compact platform for multi-zone audio, network audio interoperability, and powerful DSP processing.

8×8 DSP matrix for scalable installed and networked AV systems
Fully integrated in QUESTRA® software with visual workflow
4 balanced mic/line inputs and 4 balanced line outputs
Switchable 48V phantom power per input
4×4 AES67 network audio channels for open AoIP integration
Dante-compatible operation for flexible networked audio connectivity
Hybrid DSP core with flexible configuration per channel: EQ, delay, dynamics, FIR-filters
Includes AEC, gain-sharing mixer, gating automixer, feedback supressor and priority ducker
PoE powered (IEEE 802.3af) with extra DC input for external power supply
Fanless cooling for noise-sensitive environments
Small form factor 1/3 19″ rack, 1U
Optional rack tray for combining with other TICA® series products

General

Material	Steel sheet
Coating	Powder coated
Colour	Black

Inputs

Input signal type	AES67
Input signal type	Balanced
Input signal type	Condenser microphone (phantom powered)
Input signal type	Dynamic microphone
Input signal type	Unbalanced
AES67 Connector type	RJ-45 socket
Number of mic/line inputs	4
Mic/Line-in connector type	Terminal block 3 pin (Euroblock) / 3.5 mm pitch
Phantom power	48 V

Mic/line input performance

Nom. Sensitivity (< 1% THD, 1 kHz, max. gain)	43 mV
Gain range	0 - 24 dB
Input impedance	6.8 kΩ
THD+N	≤ 0.003 % (+4 dBu)
Input's frequency response (±0.5 dB, rel. Avg)	13 - 22,000 Hz
Min. SNR (<1% THD, 1 kHz, Max. Gain, unweighted)	110 dB
Min. SNR (< 1 % THD, 1 kHz, unity, A-weighted)	102 dB
Min. CMRR	50 dB

AES67

Number of input channels	4
Number of output channels	4
Sample rate	48 kHz
Bit depth	16 Bit
Bit depth	24 Bit
Bit depth	32 Bit

Outputs

Output signal type	AES67
Output signal type	Balanced
Output signal type	Unbalanced
AES67 outputs connector type	RJ-45 socket
Number of line outputs	4
Line outputs connector type	Terminal block 3 pin (Euroblock) / 3.5 mm pitch

Line output performance

Max. output level (<1 % THD, 1 kHz, max. Gain)	13.5 dBu
Balanced output impedance (1 kHz)	600 Ω
Intermodulation distortion (SMPTE)	0.005 %
THD (+4 dBu)	0.004 %
Signal to noise ratio SNR (<1% THD, 1 kHz, unity gain, A-weigthed)	> 95 dBu
Dynamic range (AES17)	> 110 dB

Signal processing

AD/DA converter bit depth	24 Bit
AD/DA converter sampling rate	48 kHz
System latency	2.6 ms

Mains operation

Operation voltage	100 V AC - 240 V AC (±10 %) / 50 - 60 Hz
Operation voltage	PoE+ (42.5 V DC - 57 V DC, IEEE 802.3at, Type 2)
Rated power	10 W
Power consumption in idle mode	6 W