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RME QuadMic Description
RME's
Multiface is the world's most popular mobile recording interface. Due to the
large demand for microphone inputs, RME has now developed two high-quality
professional microphone preamps, which make ideal companions to the Multiface
in mobile recording situations, thanks to the option of battery-powered
operation. Excellent signal/noise ratio, sophisticated discrete Class-A
technology, and features like Low Cut and Phase switches make these units first
choice even for studio use!
QuadMic offers 4 balanced microphone and
line inputs via Neutrik XLR/TRS combo jacks. Each channel contains switches for
48V phantom power, a low cut filter, and phase reversal. Amplification can be
set between 10 and 60 dB. LEDs for signal, clip, and activated phantom power
complete the list of features.
The
balanced line level output signals are available at the back of the unit via 4
stereo TRS jacks. The output reference level can be chosen between HiGain or +4
dBu, making the QuadMic fully compatible to RMEs ADI-8 series and all HDSPs
with analog inputs. RMEs universal rackmount holder can be used to fit the
QuadMic into any 19" rack. The included professional switching power
supply offers safe operation world wide, even when the power lines are weak or
noisy.
The QuadMic
offers a high-tech, state-of-the-art design - exactly what 'Made in
Germany' is famous for.
RME Quad Mic Tech Specifications
- Operates
with voltages ranging from 7-38V DC, 7-27V AC. Operation with practically any
power source, including batteries and rechargeable batteries
- 100%
hum-free through internal switching regulators
- High-quality switching power
supply
included, for worldwide operation at 100-240 Volt
- Max. input level: +11 dBu
- Max. output level: +21 dBu
- SNR: 129 dB EIN @ 150 Ohm
- THD: < 0.006% @ 30 dB Gain
- Wide
frequency response with special RF input filters
- Frequency response: 5 Hz - 200 kHz, - 0.5 dB
- Hi-pass filter at 80 Hz, 18 dB/oct
- Phantom power +48 Volt switchable per channel
- Unbeatable
price/performance ratio!
RME Quad Mic Connectivity
- 4 x Mic
Preamp Input (XLR/TRS Combo)
- 4 x Line
Output
- Optional
battery powered operation
RME Quad Mic Accessories
- External
Power Supply for CardBus (NTCB-EU)
- Line Cord
for Power supply (NETZ-CB)
- Car Cable
for CardBus (AUTOK)
- Cable for
Storage Battery (AKKUK)
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RME Products Review / See
All ZenPro Audio Reviews Here: Review Page
I have used RME PCI cards and
breakout boxes and converters over the years, and have never seen an issue with
reliability or stability. Overall I think the most stable PC drivers in the
industry would have to have RME among them: I mean this stuff just works…and
works…and works. As Vince from Sham-Wow says, “you know the Germans make good
stuff”. In this case I would certainly say it is proven true.
Digital connectivity is never easier
than choosing the right RME product, from ADAT to SPDIF to AES to TOSLINK to
MADI to Wordclock, they really have it all. Latency is virtually non-existent
thanks to ultra low latency drivers and on board DSP power that takes the load
off your computer. “Totalmix”, RME’s internal routing matrix is INCREDIBLE. It
took me a while to wrap my brain around it but once I did, I realized I can
send anything anywhere at anytime with no noticeable latency at all. Multiple
headphone mixes and splits? No problem, RME is on it with Totalmix.
The “Steadyclock” wordclock
technology is also just awesome stuff. I have witnessed this clock snap those 1’s
and 0’s in line on many a device and it always made an improvement when it was
the master. Many RME devices have Steadyclock as standard, it can make a real
difference. The A/D and D/A conversion of RME is clean and neutral for the most
part, not huge or small or anywhere in between, but pretty true to the source
overall. An RME converter will never get in the way of a good recording.
Conclusion: No matter the connection
you need to make, RME has it covered. My personal experience has been glitch
free and for that reason I am proud to be an authorized RME dealer.
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