HUM Audio drops N-Matrix insert box for £4662

An all-analogue insert matrix packed with nearly 300 relays just rolled out of HUM Audio Devices, and it is wildly overbuilt in the best way.

What the N-Matrix actually does

• Six insert points can be arranged in any order.
• Two separate three-insert signal chains are configurable.
• Parallel and series processing setups are both supported.
• Built-in Mid-Side encoding slots anywhere in the chain.

Where it came from

• Mastering engineers wanted N-Trophy's switching without the console.
• HUM revealed the unit at this year's NAMM Show.
• It expands on the passive matrix from N-Trophy's center section.
• Front-panel controls handle all routing decisions directly.

Engineering is absurdly thorough

• Nearly 300 high-quality relays manage all switching tasks.
• Fully balanced signal paths run throughout the entire unit.
• Separate PCBs for left and right channels boost performance.
• Active circuits only handle Mid-Side, trimming, and summing duties.

Pricing and availability

• N-Matrix costs £4,662 with VAT and ships right now.