Behringer Europower PMP1680S Review

My read on the Behringer Europower PMP1680S is simple: it is for buyers who want the mixer and amplifier in one practical box, not for people trying to build a flexible system piece by piece.

Why I’d choose a powered mixer like this

The PMP1680S combines mixing duties and amplifier power in a single corded electric unit. That matters if you are putting together a small PA around passive speakers and want fewer separate components to carry, wire, and store.

With a listed output wattage of 1000 Watts, this is clearly aimed at live sound reinforcement rather than being just a compact routing box. I would look at it for rehearsal spaces, small events, portable PA jobs, and utility systems where simplicity is more important than building a modular rack.

The main appeal, to me, is convenience. A separate mixer and power amp can be neater if you already own pieces of the system, but if you are starting from scratch, one powered mixer can reduce decision-making and cabling. That is the PMP1680S argument in a nutshell.

Where the format gives up flexibility

I would not buy the Behringer Europower PMP1680S if my system were already based around powered speakers. In that case, the built-in amplifier section is hardware you may not need, and an unpowered mixer would usually make more sense.

The other limitation is upgrade path. With separate components, you can replace the mixer or power amp independently. With a powered mixer, those choices are tied together. That is not automatically bad, but it is something I would think through before ordering.

At 25.6 pounds and 18.11 x 8.66 x 12.4 inches, this is portable in the “one carryable unit” sense, not the “small desktop accessory” sense. I would plan for a proper case, vehicle space, and a setup area with enough room around the controls and connections.

What I’d check before buying the PMP1680S

• System type: I’d pair it with a passive-speaker PA, not a rig built mainly around powered speakers.
• Power needs: the listed output is 1000 Watts, but the right match still depends on the speakers and venue.
• Portability: 25.6 pounds is manageable, but I would not treat it as ultra-light gear.
• Basics: it is a black, corded electric Behringer unit, model PMP1680S, manufactured in China and first available March 24, 2010.

Who should skip it

I would skip the PMP1680S if I wanted the lightest possible setup, a modular system I could upgrade one piece at a time, or a mixer specifically for active speakers. I would consider it if I wanted a consolidated mixer-and-amplifier hub for straightforward portable PA work.