RME 12Mic

The RME 12Mic is a remote-controlled 12-channel microphone preamplifier with uncompromising A/D conversion, integrated AVB and MADI connectivity and a host of features that make it a perfect companion for any professional recording.

The first RME preamplifier for audio networks:

The RME 12Mic features twelve microphone and line inputs with uncompromising studio-quality digital conversion, remotely controllable gain levels, integrated MADI and AVB connectivity and a host of additional features - the perfect companion for any professional recording setup.

Twelve transparent microphone preamps for exceptional transducer performance:

The microphone input channels without PAD switch offer up to 75 dB gain for signals up to +18 dBu. On the transducer side, the 12Mic boasts an outstanding signal-to-noise ratio of 121.2 dB(A) on all channels. The twelve XLR connectors on the front process microphone and line signals, the first four of which are designed as combo connectors for TRS plugs and support the connection of high-impedance instrument signals (Hi-Z).

MADI & ADAT for maximum flexibility:

MADI inputs and outputs are available in coaxial and optical versions (via an SPF module) and support the daisy-chaining, merging and conversion of MADI signals with extremely low latency. The three optical ADAT outputs enable the transmission of up to 24 channels in single-speed mode (e.g. a combination of microphone inputs, MADI and AVB signals) or up to 12 output channels at 96 kHz sample rate and ensure compatibility with a wide range of audio interfaces. In addition, the ADAT ports can also be used to send monitor mixes from AVB or MADI input signals to external DA converters and/or headphone amplifiers.

Two fully redundant network ports:

For the first time RME presents an AVB device with two fully redundant network ports based on MILAN guidelines. The RME AVB Core consistently implements the IEEE standards for audio streaming, device detection and control. In this way, RME devices are recognised by any AVB controller and can be comprehensively controlled, making manufacturer-specific control protocols a thing of the past. Every signal arriving at the 12Mic can be streamed over a network with fixed latency and guaranteed bandwidth, without having to resort to a switch.