RME 12Mic
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The RME 12Mic is a serious preamp for studios needing clean, powerful gain and flexible routing. Its low noise floor and rock-solid clocking make it ideal for tracking demanding sources like drum kits or large vocal ensembles – if you're building a high-end tracking facility, this is a key component.
Product Description
- RME 12Mic
- 12-Channel Microphone Preamplifier
- Digitally controlled
- Integrated AVB and MADI connectivity
- SteadyClock FS
- Gain up to 75 dB for signals up to +18 dBu
- Signal-to-noise ratio 121.2 dB (A) on all channels
- integrated routing matrix
- LCD display
- Design: 19"/ 1 U
*Connections:*
- 4 x Microphone / line / instrument combo input XLR / jack 6.3 mm
- 8 x Microphone / line input XLR
- 3 x ADAT output
- MADI BNC input and output (MADI optical via optional SFP modules)
- 2 x Gigabit Ethernet (802.3 compliant)
- Word clock input and output
- 1 x Stereo headphone output 6.3 mm jack
- Connection for redundant power supply
PROS
- • Exceptional headroom, pristine clarity across all 12 channels
- • SteadyClock FS minimizes jitter, improving overall audio fidelity
- • Flexible routing matrix simplifies complex recording setups
- • Robust 19in rackmount build quality inspires lasting confidence
CONS
- • Price places it firmly in the high-end, professional tier
- • AVB implementation can be complex for those unfamiliar with the protocol
- • Physical size and weight make it less suitable for mobile setups
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Key Features
Channels
12
Preamp Type
Digitally controlled, discrete
Gain Range
+75 dB
Phantom Power
48V
Connections
4 x XLR/TRS combo, 8 x XLR, 3 x ADAT, MADI, Gigabit Ethernet, Word Clock, Headphone Output
Weight
7.7 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The digital control allows for incredibly precise gain staging and noise management, delivering a remarkably clean and consistent sound – it's not 'sterile', but transparent and exceptionally well-defined.
It’s bidirectional, allowing for full two-way MADI communication for expanded channel counts and complex routing scenarios.
Integration is straightforward if you already have an AVB infrastructure, but it requires some initial configuration and understanding of AVB principles - RME provides extensive documentation.
