Glensound GS-FW032 Eight Channel 4 Wire Subrack
Model: GS-FW032
About: Glensound GS-FW032 Eight Channel 4 Wire Subrack
Glensound GS-FW032 is a professional 8-channel 4-wire subrack unit designed to serve as a central communications hub for small OB vans and studios. Featuring comprehensive routing, gain control, and programmable talkback functionality, the GS-FW032 delivers reliable and flexible talkback and IFB solutions for complex live broadcast environments.
Features
- 8 independent 4-wire circuits (in and out)
- 1 incoming programme (PGM) circuit
- Presence LEDs for incoming talkback audio detection
- Internal front panel mic and XLR for external mic input
- Independent gain controls for both microphones
- Glensound 'Referee' compressor/limiter on mic amps
- Illuminated talkback keys with programmable modes (momentary, latching, intelligent lever)
- Per-channel input and output gain controls
- Looping from 4-wire inputs to outputs to support IFB functionality
- Programme input routable to 4-wire outputs with mix or cut option on talkback activation
- Simple front panel switches for routing and mix/cut behavior
- Talkback groups can be easily defined
- Front panel speaker and headphone jack with auto speaker cut
- Balanced external loudspeaker output (0 dB)
- Volume control for front panel speaker/headphones
- Transformer-balanced outputs and electronically balanced inputs
- Loop inputs for remote talkback key operation
- Loop outputs for red light or external loudspeaker dimming control
- Dedicated 'Lazy' mic output (permanently active)
- Power ON LED indicator
- 1U 19-inch rackmount chassis
- Mains powered (100–250 VAC)
Specifications
| Channels | 8 x 4-wire circuits |
|---|---|
| Programme Input | 1 x PGM circuit, routable to 4-wire outputs |
| Microphone Inputs | Internal panel mic and external mic via XLR |
| Mic Preamp | Includes compressor/limiter circuit |
| Talkback Keys | Illuminated, programmable for various modes |
| Audio Routing | Matrix routing of PGM and IFB signals |
| Monitoring | Front panel loudspeaker and headphone jack with volume control |
| External LS Output | Balanced 0 dB output |
| Remote Control | Loop inputs/outputs for external control and cues |
| Power Supply | 100–250 VAC |
| Form Factor | 1U 19-inch rackmount |


























