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Midas 16 Input Analogue Live and Studio Mixer with Midas Microphone Preamplifiers
Midas 16 Input Analogue Live and Studio Mixer with Midas Microphone Preamplifiers
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DM16
The compact DM16 honours your stage or studio desktop space, while providing incredible sonic performance, amazing versatility – and an unheard of level of affordability.
What is the secret behind DM16’s superb, studio-quality sound? The DM16 features 12 award-winning, MIDAS microphone preamplifiers with true +48 V Phantom Power, acclaimed by audio engineers the world over for their transparency and nuanced low noise, high-headroom design. Add to this TRS Line Inputs on all 16 channels (8 mono and 2 stereo), mono channel Inserts and 3-band EQ with mid-frequency sweep, 2 switchable pre/post-fader aux sends, 2 monitor outs and 2-track RCA I/O, and you have an analogue work of art – the fully featured DM16!

Live Performance and Studio Recording
With 16 channels, the DM16 has more than enough microphone and line inputs to manage a small band or worship team with channels to spare – both on the stage and in the studio. It is also the ideal choice for use as a keyboard or drum sub-mixer for larger scale performances.

Dedicated Stereo Inputs
Line channels 13/14 - 15/16 are dedicated stereo channels, making them ideal for stereo instruments, such as keyboards – and can also be used for mono signals thanks to a convenient balance control on each 2-channel grouping. These channels can also be used as return inputs for signals sent external effects processing equipment.
Specification
Mono Inputs
Mic inputs (MIDAS mic preamp) |
12 |
Type |
XLR, balanced |
Mic EIN @ 60 dB gain, 50 ? source at insert send |
-131 dBu, unweighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Mic EIN @ 60 dB gain, 150 ? source at insert send |
-128 dBu, unweighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Noise @ 10dB Gain, at insert send |
-97 dBu, unweighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Frequency response (-1 dB) at main output |
20 Hz to 20 kHz (-1 dB) |
Frequency response (-3 dB) at main output |
70 kHz (-3 dB) |
Mic Gain range |
+10 dB to +60 dB |
Max. input level |
+11 dBu @ +10 dB gain |
CMRR @ +60dB gain |
Typically -90 dB |
Impedance |
2 kO, balanced |
Distortion (THD+N) at 0 dBu |
0.005% @ 1kHz |
Phantom power |
Switchable, +48 V |
Line Input
Type |
¼" TRS, balanced |
Impedance |
20 kO balanced / unbalanced |
Line Gain range |
-10 dB to +40 dB |
Max. input level |
+30 dBu |
Stereo Inputs
Type |
4 x ¼" TRS connector, balanced |
Impedance |
20 kO balanced / unbalanced |
Gain range |
-20 dB to +20 dB |
Max. input level |
+21 dBu |
Equaliser
Low |
±15 dB @ 80 Hz, shelving |
Mid (mono inputs only) |
±15 dB @ 150 Hz to 3.5 kHz, variable semi-parametric |
High |
±15 dB @ 12 kHz, shelving |
Channel Inserts
Type |
¼" TRS connector, unbalanced |
Max. input / output level |
+21 dBu |
Aux Sends
Type |
2 x ¼" TRS connector, balanced |
Impedance |
240 O balanced, 120 O unbalanced |
Max. output level |
+21 dBu |
Monitor Out
Type |
2 x ¼" TRS connector, balanced |
Impedance |
240 O balanced, 120 O unbalanced |
Max. output level |
+21 dBu |
Main Out
Type |
2 x XLR, electronically balanced |
Impedance |
100 O balanced, 50 O unbalanced |
Max. output level |
+21 dBu |
Main Out Inserts
Type |
2 x ¼" TRS connector, unbalanced |
Max. input / output level |
+21 dBu |
Phones Output
Type |
¼" TRS connector, unbalanced |
Impedance |
25 O |
Max. output level |
+21 dBu |
2-Track Input
Type |
2 x RCA, unbalanced |
Impedance |
20 kO |
Max. input level |
+21 dBu |
Record Out
Type |
2 x RCA, unbalanced |
Impedance |
1 kO |
Max. output level |
+21 dBu |
Main Mix System Noise
Main mix @ -?, channel fader @ -? |
-104 dBu, unweighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Main mix @ 0 dB, channel fader @ -? |
-91 dBu, unweighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Main mix @ 0 dB, channel fader @ 0 dB |
-84 dBu, unweighted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Power Supply / Voltage (Fuses)
Switch mode power supply |
100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz, switchable (T 1.6 A H 250 V) |
Power consumption |
40 W |
Mains connection |
Standard IEC receptacle |
Dimensions / Weight
Dimensions (H x W x D) |
95 x 438 x 370 mm (3.7 x 17.2 x 14.6") |
Weight |
5 kg (2.3 lbs) |