Micstasy er en referanse kvalitets 8 kanals fjernstyrbar mikrofonforsterker som kombinerer typiske RME teknologier. Den har en fantastisk ren lydkvalitet. Den kan brukes analogt (mik/linje inn, til linje ut) og digitalt (mik/linje inn til digital ut), med begge signalganger opererende samtidig. Ved å sende det forsterkede signalet videre, erstattes behovet for en splitboks på scenen. Enheten kan fjernstyres via MIDI eller MADI. Enheten fungerer også som universal high-end AD konverter, siden den ikke bare gir den beste kvalitet innen konvertering av miksignaler, men også når det gjelder linjesignaler fra -55dBU opp til +30dBu. På grunn av AutoSet, RMEs geniale automatiske kontroller for inngangs-gain, trenger man ikke tenke på inngangsnivåene, bare velg hvor høyt du tolererer signalet, og AutoSet ordner resten. Micstasy har 8 balanserte innganger på XLR og TRS, 8 balanserte XLR utganger, 4 AES/EBU på D-Sub, og 2 st. ADAT ut. Med MADI I/O (I64 MADI kort).

 

Connectivity
    * 8 x Analog Input Preamps (XLR/Line with 85 dB gain range)
    * 8 x Analog Output (XLR)
    * 4 x AES/EBU Out (8 channels @ 192 kHz)
    * 2 x ADAT Out (SMUX and SMUX4)
    * MIDI I/O
    * Word clock I/O
    * optional: MADI I/O (I 64 MADI Card)

 

Overview
Micstasy is an 8-Channel hi-end mic/line preamp and AD-converter combining typical RME features with a number of previously unseen features. It can be used analog (Mic/Line In to Line Out) and digital (Mic/Line In to Digital Out), with both signal paths operating simultaneously. Special highlight: the device is fully remote-controllable via MIDI (also MIDI over MADI).

 

The Micstasy's innovative concept allows for amplification and digitization of ALL analog signal sources. Be it high-level stage signals, typical studio signals, lower level and high-impedance instruments, or dynamic, condenser or ribbon microphones: Micstasy understands them all - in a way that is simply thrilling.

 

The signals amplified by the Micstasy are available at the analog outputs for passing them on, making an expensive splitter box on stage obsolete. All functions can be remote controlled via MIDI and MIDI over MADI, allowing the device to be placed near the microphones, ensuring highest sound quality. Adding the optional MADI Card results in even more options. The I64 MADI Card provides serial pass-through capability from one Micstasy to the next (up to 8). All up to 64 audio signals are then available at the last device on one single line. Such a way of cascading is also possible between Micstasy and ADI-8 QS.

 

Overview of the Micstasy's most important features:

    * 8 balanced XLR mic/line inputs with 85 dB gain range
    * Analog input level from -56.5 dBu up to +30 dBu
    * High-end circuitry with 4 relays per channel, super low-noise microphone front-end
    * Near click-free gain changes in steps of 0.5 dB
    * Large frequency range (200 kHz) with special EMI input filtering
    * 8 balanced TRS line / instrument inputs with Hi-Z option
    * 8 balanced XLR line outputs, maximum level +27 dBu
    * 4 x AES/EBU Out via D-sub, 8 channels @ 192 kHz
    * 2 x ADAT Out, 8 channels @ 96 kHz (SMUX and SMUX4)
    * Optional MADI I/O (I64 MADI Card) with serial cascading and digital return path
    * Symmetrical hi-pass (Lo Cut) with super-low THD, 18 dB/oct
    * LED level meter with 13 LEDs per channel
    * M/S de-/encoding for the digital output
    * AutoSet: Automatic gain reduction with multiple linking
    * Current state can be stored to 8 user presets
    * Fully remote controllable

 

Features
In a standard 19" box with 2 unit height the device offers numerous extraordinary features like Intelligent Clock Control (ICC) Intelligent Clock Control (ICC)
Our unique SyncCheck and AutoSync technology has evolved into the new Intelligent Clock Control of the Hammerfall DSP system. HDSP is the only digital I/O-system worldwide capable of measuring and displaying the frequency of all clock sources. Even word clock! Based on validity and current sample rate the system then decides which clock source should be used - fully automated and performed in hardware! With this the HDSP system offers the most easiest handling of the present clocks, although having a lot digital inputs, plus the most advanced support when configuring the clock setup.  , SyncCheck SyncCheck
When working with several digital sources it is not only necessary that these are all properly locked, they also have to be totally synchronized. Else drop outs and crackling occurs.
RME's exclusive SyncCheck checks all input signals. In clock mode Master the synchronous operation to the internal clock is checked. This outstanding and unique technology helps to find errors immediately. The actual state of each input is displayed in the settings dialog. ®, SteadyClock, TotalGain, AutoSet, MIDI over MADI, and remote control via MADI and MIDI.

 

The Micstasy can be fully remote controlled and configured via MIDI, and all status displays can be queried through MIDI. Each Micstasy can be given a separate ID, allowing separate remote controllability of various devices with only one MIDI channel. The MIDI remote is also compatible to Digidesign's Pro Tools system, Yamaha's M7C and PM5D. The manual further shows how to remote control the Micstasy from the DM-1000 and DM-2000.

 

RME's SteadyClock(TM) guarantees excellent clock quality in any situation. Due to the highly efficient jitter reduction, the Micstasy's AD-converters operate independently from the quality of the external clock signal, as if they are working with internal clock all the time - guaranteeing a prestine sound quality! Additionally Intelligent Clock Control (ICC) will retain the last valid sample frequency in case of a loss of the input signal.

 

Low Latency
In the Micstasy RME uses high-class AD-converters from Cirrus Logic, offering exceptional Signal to Noise and distortion figures. But the biggest difference to all other ADCs out there is its innovative digital filter, achieving for the first time a delay of only 12 samples in Single Speed 0.25 ms), 9 samples in Double Speed 0.09 ms), and 5 (!) samples in Quad Speed (0.026 ms).

 

AutoSet
Some preamps include limiters in order to prevent clipping, especially of the A/D converter stage. Such a circuitry is not feasible for the Micstasy, because it would spoil the mic preamp's excellent technical specifications.

 

But as the Micstasy's gain is controlled completely digitally, the device can set it automatically, thus providing perfect protection from overload with no degradation of the audio signal, which does not have to pass any additional electronic circuitry. In the Setup menu, the threshold level beyond which the gain will be reduced can be adjusted in four steps (-1, -3, -6, -12 dBFS). Any change of gain will be shown immediately on the GAIN displays. And with AutoSet activated, the gain can still be changed manually.