The JBL NCSMA240-U-US is part of JBL's Commercial Series Mixer/Amplifiers (CSMA), designed with a sleek, industrial look and built for commercial and industrial settings like retail spaces, hospitality venues, and conference rooms. It combines an 8-channel mixer with a 2-channel amplifier in a single, compact unit. It utilizes Crown's high-efficiency DriveCore™ technology, which reduces the number of components needed, increasing reliability and efficiency while lowering power consumption and heat generation. The front panel features illuminated volume controls for each of the eight input channels, master volume knobs, independent bass and treble controls for each output, and a power switch, making it easy to operate in low-light environments. The NCSMA240-U-US is capable of handling both 4-ohm and 8-ohm loads and is also compatible with 70V and 100V distributed audio systems without needing a separate transformer. It also offers an auxiliary output, useful for connecting to additional amplifiers, although the master volume and tone controls won't affect this output. It is ENERGY STAR® certified and adheres to HARMAN's GreenEdge™ standards, utilizing sustainable manufacturing practices like recycled metals and energy-saving processes.