TC Electronic M100 Stereo Multi-Effects Processor

TC Electronic M100 Stereo Multi-Effects Processor

The TC Electronic M100 Stereo Multi-Effects Processor is a compact digital effects unit with 16 presets for live sound, recording, keyboards, instruments, and mixer effects loops. It combines reverbs, delay, modulation, pitch processing, and dual-effect programs with 24-bit conversion, stereo operation, tap tempo, MIDI control, and external footswitch support.

The M100 works in mono or stereo configurations and fits naturally into mixer auxiliary sends, insert paths, keyboard rigs, and other line-level audio setups. Its Effect Selector provides immediate access to Cathedral, Concert, Club, Chamber, Gold Plate, Gated Reverb, Reverse, Ambience, Delay, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Rotary, Pitch Shift, Delay + Reverb, and Chorus + Reverb programs. Dedicated Input, Output, Mix, and Parameter controls keep setup fast without menu diving.

For time-based effects, the Tap/Select button sets delay time or modulation rate directly from the front panel. The processor also supports MIDI continuous-controller commands for bypass, effect selection, mix, tap/select, and effect parameters. Stereo 1/4" outputs use impedance-balanced connections, while the included external power supply keeps the compact chassis suitable for both permanent studio installations and portable live systems.

Key Features

• 16 Effect Presets: Provides reverb, delay, chorus, flanger, phaser, rotary, pitch shifting, and combined effects in one processor.
• Mono or Stereo Operation: Integrates with mixer auxiliary loops, insert paths, keyboards, instruments, and other line-level sources.
• 24-Bit Processing: Uses 24-bit Delta-Sigma converters with 128-times oversampling and a 48 kHz sampling rate.
• Tap/Select Control: Sets delay times or modulation rates by tapping along with the performance and accesses secondary parameter functions.
• Dedicated Front-Panel Controls: Input, Output, Mix, Effect, and Parameter controls allow quick adjustments without navigating menus.
• MIDI Control: Supports MIDI CC commands for bypass, effect selection, mix level, tap/select, and effect parameter adjustment.
• External Footswitch Support: A 1/4" TS footswitch input allows remote bypass control during live performance.
• Signal and Overload Monitoring: Front-panel LEDs indicate incoming signal activity and warn when the input level clips.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Stereo Multi-Effects Processor
• Effect Presets: 16
• Effects: Cathedral, Concert, Club, Chamber, Gold Plate, Gated Reverb, Reverse, Ambience, Delay, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Rotary, Pitch Shift, Delay + Reverb, Chorus + Reverb
• Operating Modes: Mono or Stereo
• Inputs: 2 x 1/4" unbalanced
• Input Cable Support: 1/4" TS or TRS
• Mono Input: Input 1 / Left
• Input Impedance: Approximately 7.5 kOhms
• Outputs: 2 x 1/4" TRS, impedance-balanced
• Output Impedance: Approximately 220 Ohms
• Maximum Output Level: +10 dBu
• Footswitch Connection: 1 x 1/4" TS
• MIDI: DIN connection for MIDI CC control and firmware updates
• Converters: 24-bit Delta-Sigma, 128-times oversampling
• Sampling Rate: 48 kHz
• Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 22 kHz, -3 dB
• Dynamic Range: 96 dB, 10 Hz to 22 kHz
• Distortion: 0.01% typical at 0 dBFS
• Crosstalk: -76 dB at 1 kHz
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Greater than 86 dB at 0 dBu, A-weighted, 10 Hz to 22 kHz
• Power Supply: External 12 VDC, 400 mA
• US/Canada Mains Voltage: 120 VAC, 60 Hz
• Power Consumption: Approximately 3.5 W
• Operating Temperature: 41 to 113°F
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.8 x 7.5 x 3.9"
• Weight: 1.3 lb

What's In the Box

• TC Electronic M100 Stereo Multi-Effects Processor
• External Power Supply