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The RME 12Mic-D features twelve microphone and line level inputs with digital, no-compromise, studio-quality conversion; remote controllable gains; integrated MADI and Dante connectivity; plus a multitude of additional functionality, designed for use in high-end studio recording, live audio, and location sound and music recording.
The RME 12Mic-D features twelve microphone and line level inputs with digital, no-compromise, studio-quality conversion; remote controllable gains; integrated MADI and Dante connectivity; plus a multitude of additional functionality, designed to make it the perfect companion for any professional recording setup. The 12Mic-D is sonically identical to the already existing 12Mic (with 128 AVB channels) and complements the M-Series lineup of professional network audio solutions.
- Twelve transparent mic preamps for exceptional conversion performance
- MADI & ADAT for maximum flexibility
- Dante Audio Networking - 2 fully redundant network ports
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Plug & play - rapid user interaction
Specifications
🔌 Inputs
XLR Inputs (1–12):
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Type: XLR, electronically balanced
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Impedance: 3.4 kΩ
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Gain: 0–75 dB (1 dB steps)
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AD Resolution: 24-bit
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Frequency Response:
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8 Hz–20.8 kHz @ 44.1 kHz
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4 Hz–29.2 kHz @ 96 kHz
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3 Hz–43.7 kHz @ 192 kHz
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THD: < -110 dB
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THD+N: < -104 dB
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SNR: > 117 dB RMS unweighted, > 120 dBA
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EIN (30 dB Gain, 150 Ω): 123 dB RMS, 125.5 dBA
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Max Input Level:
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+18 dBu @ 0 dB gain
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-57 dBu @ 75 dB gain
TRS Inputs (1–4):
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Type: Balanced TRS jack, high-Z (1 MΩ) switchable
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Gain: 8–50 dB (1 dB steps)
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SNR: 115 dB RMS unweighted, 118 dBA
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Max Input Level:
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+20 dBu @ 8 dB gain
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-22 dBu @ 50 dB gain
Dante Input:
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2 x RJ45 (up to 64 channels)
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Sample Rates: 48 / 96 / 192 kHz
MADI Input:
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Coaxial (BNC) & Optical (SFP module)
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Supports 56/64 ch + 96k Frame
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Max Channels:
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64 ch @ 48 kHz
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32 ch @ 96 kHz
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16 ch @ 192 kHz
Word Clock Input:
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75 Ω BNC
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44.1–192 kHz support
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Intelligent Clock Control
🎧 Outputs
Phones (1/2):
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Type: 6.3 mm TRS stereo or mono jack
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Resolution: 24-bit
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DR: 115 dB RMS unweighted, 118 dBA
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Frequency Response:
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9 Hz–22 kHz @ 44.1 kHz
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9 Hz–45 kHz @ 96 kHz
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8 Hz–75 kHz @ 192 kHz
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THD+N: < -100 dB
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Channel Separation: > 110 dB
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Max Output Level: +13 dBu (unbalanced), +19 dBu (balanced)
Dante Output:
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2 x RJ45 (up to 64 channels)
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Sample Rates: 48 / 96 / 192 kHz
MADI Output:
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Coaxial (BNC) & Optical (SFP)
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Same format/channel support as MADI input
ADAT Output:
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3 x TOSLINK
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Up to 2 ch @ 192 kHz (S/MUX4)
Word Clock Output:
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75 Ω BNC
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44.1–192 kHz
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Seamless clock source switching
⚙️ General Features
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Dual Dante (2 x RJ45), up to 64 ch per direction
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MADI redundancy (via optional SFP)
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Up to 268 x 282 internal channel routing
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1U 19” rack-mount unit
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1.54” color display, control knob, 4 buttons
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Remote control via HTTP & JSON
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USB 2.0 for firmware/control
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DC-coupled outputs
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Internal PSU + optional 12V DC backup
📏 Hardware
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Dimensions: 440 x 44 x 243 mm (17.3” x 1.7” x 9.6”)
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Weight: 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs)
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Package: 560 x 315 x 115 mm
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Compliance: CE, FCC, WEEE, RoHS
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Power:
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Internal 100–240V AC (30 W)
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Optional 12V DC (2.5 A)
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Power consumption: ~20 W, standby 0.5 W
