RME OctaMic XTC 8-Channel Digital Mic Preamp and USB 2.0 Interface

SKU: RMOMXTC MFR: OCTA-XTC
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Key Features

  • Capture pristine audio with the OctaMic XTC's 8 digitally controlled mic preamps.
  • Experience ultra-low latency for seamless recording via USB 2.0 interface.
  • Expand your studio with versatile AES/EBU, ADAT, & MADI digital connectivity.
  • Achieve superior sound quality with SteadyClock, ensuring stable sync to external clocks.
  • Remotely control settings and save your configurations on 6 memory slots.
  • Integrate MIDI devices easily via DIN, USB, or MADI for enhanced control.
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RME OctaMic XTC Specifications

  • Connectivity

    8x Mic/Line Preamps, digitally controlled (4 x PAD, 4 x Hi-Z switchable)
    2x Stereo Analog Outputs
    4x AES/EBU I/O
    1x ADAT I/O (2 x out S/MUX)
    1x MADI I/O optical
    1x MIDI I/O over DIN
    2x MIDI I/O over USBv 1x MIDI I/O over MADI

  • Converters

    SNR AD: 113dB RMS unweighted, 117dBA
    THD: < 0.0003 %, < -110dB
    Frequency Response AD: At 192kHz, -1dB;8Hz-94kHz
    SNR DA: 115dB RMS unweighted, 118dBA
    Frequency Response DA: At 192kHz, -1dB; 8Hz-75kHz
    Supported Sample Rates: 28kHz-200kHz
    Sync Sources: AES/EBU, Word Clock, MADI, ADAT, internal
    SteadyClock ensures best sound quality even when synched to jittery external clocks

  • Analog Inputs

    8x balanced XLR microphone/line inputs
    4x TRS line
    4x TRS instrument inputs

  • Analog Outputs

    2x unbalanced hi-power stereo line/headphone outputs

  • Memory Capacity

    Unit's current state can be stored on 6 memory slots

  • Remote Capable

    Yes

  • Word Clock I/O

    Yes, BNC

  • MIDI I/O

    MIDI I/O via DIN, USB (2x) and MADI

  • AES/EBU

    4x AES/EBU out via D-Sub, 8 channels at 192kHz

  • ADAT

    2x ADAT out, 8 channels at 96kHz

  • MADI

    MADI I/O (64 channels at 48kHz)

  • Phantom Power

    +48 Volt switchable per channel

  • Power supply

    Internal switching PSU, 100 - 240V AC, 30W

  • Power consumption

    14W
    Max: <20W

  • Temperature range

    5 to 50 deg. C / 41 to 122 deg. F

  • Relative humidity

    < 75%, non condensing

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    With rack ears: 483 x 88 x 242mm / 19.02 x 3.46 x 9.53"
    Without rack ears/handles: 436 x 88 x 235mm / 17.17 x 3.46 x 9.25"

  • Weight

    3kg / 6.61lbs

  • UPC Code

    4260123362966

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About RME OctaMic XTC

Bring your audio recording to the next level with the OctaMic XTC 8-Channel Digital Mic Preamp and USB 2.0 Interface. This advanced and professional-grade device from RME is more than just a preamp; it's a high-end A/D converter, a digital patchbay, a format converter, and a monitoring device. It's also a flexible frontend for Apple's iPad, making it a versatile tool for any audio professional.

The OctaMic XTC boasts eight microphone and line inputs, four of which are switchable to Hi-Z mode, providing an unrivaled variety of digital connection protocols. From the common ADAT and AES/EBU to the sophisticated 64-channel MADI optical, this device can handle it all. The analog signals are converted with RME's latest converter technology, ensuring the excellent sound and frequency response that RME is known for.

This preamp stands out with its extraordinary gain range, extremely low latencies, and impressive EIN and signal-to-noise ratios. The full-color TFT display allows for quick and easy access to setup options, and the unique feature of all analog and digital inputs being freely patchable to any output, including the 24 channels of its Class Compliant USB 2.0 audio interface format.

When connected by MIDI (DIN, MIDI over MADI, or USB) to an RME audio interface running TotalMix FX, the OctaMic XTC can be remotely controlled directly within the input channel strips of TotalMix. This allows for the unit to be as close to the analog signal source as possible, while important settings and configurations can be modified, stored, and recalled from a distance.

The OctaMic XTC is not just a preamp; it's a full-range, high-end preamp and AD/DA-converter of reference quality that is fully remote controllable. It offers extraordinary features like Intelligent Clock Control (ICC), SyncCheck, SteadyClock, QuickGain, AutoSet, MIDI over MADI, and remote control via USB, MADI, and MIDI.

This device provides eight balanced XLR mic/line inputs, four balanced line inputs via TRS, and four unbalanced line/instrument inputs via TS, all realized by using Neutrik XLRs/TRS combo jacks. The OctaMic XTC's 8-channel AD- and 4-channel DA-conversion operates at up to 192 kHz, ensuring the highest quality audio conversion.

With its sophisticated routing options, the OctaMic XTC can function as an AD/DA-converter with multiple digital outputs of different formats, a digital format converter between ADAT, AES, and MADI, and a signal inserter/extractor for serialized MADI setups.

The OctaMic XTC is the most flexible and advanced interface ever built to work with the iPad, making it an essential tool for any audio professional. Experience the difference in quality and versatility with the OctaMic XTC 8-Channel Digital Mic Preamp and USB 2.0 Interface.

RME OctaMic XTC Features

  • Advanced 8-channel digital mic preamp and USB 2.0 interface for professional audio recording
  • High-end A/D converter, digital patchbay, format converter, and monitoring device in one
  • Compatible with a variety of digital connection protocols including ADAT, AES/EBU, and 64-channel MADI optical
  • Features RME's latest converter technology for excellent sound and frequency response
  • Fully remote controllable with Intelligent Clock Control (ICC), SyncCheck, SteadyClock, QuickGain, AutoSet, MIDI over MADI, and remote control via USB, MADI, and MIDI
  • Versatile and advanced interface compatible with Apple's iPad for flexible recording options

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Capture pristine audio with the OctaMic XTC's 8 digitally controlled mic preamps.
  • Experience ultra-low latency for seamless recording via USB 2.0 interface.
  • Expand your studio with versatile AES/EBU, ADAT, & MADI digital connectivity.
  • Achieve superior sound quality with SteadyClock, ensuring stable sync to external clocks.
  • Remotely control settings and save your configurations on 6 memory slots.
  • Integrate MIDI devices easily via DIN, USB, or MADI for enhanced control.

What's in the box:

  • RME OctaMic XTC 8-Channel Digital Mic Preamp and USB 2.0 Interface
  • Power Cord
  • Manual
  • 2m Optical Cable
  • RME 6 Month Limited Warranty