In terms of naming, the HM-800 sounds like the bigger unit — it has 8 channels instead of 4.
However, the HM-400 is considered the one with the “better feature set” because each of its channels offers more control and flexibility than the channels on the HM-800.
Key Difference (The Main Takeaway)
HM-400 = fewer channels, more features per channel
HM-800 = more channels, fewer features per channel
What the HM-400 Offers That the HM-800 Doesn’t
The HM-400 includes:
Dual-source support (Main input + Aux blend)
Per-channel balance control
Per-channel EQ
Per-channel mute and stereo/2-ch mode
The HM-800 focuses on channel count and simplicity.
Each channel has basic level control and source select, but doesn’t include the enhanced per-channel controls found on the HM-400.
Why This Matters
If you need more outputs, the HM-800 is the right choice.
If you need more control per listener, the HM-400 provides a richer, more flexible feature set even though it has fewer channels.
Summary
| Model | Channels | Main Strength |
|---|---|---|
| HM-400 | 4 | More features per channel (dual-source, EQ, balance, mute) |
| HM-800 | 8 | More channels with simpler controls |
In short: The HM-400 packs more control into each channel, which is why it’s often described as having the “better” feature set — even though the HM-800 has more total channels.
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