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M 18

SMALL-FORMAT WIFI-CONTROLLED DIGITAL MIXER
  • 18 analog input channels, 8 mic preamps and 10 Line inputs including 2 HiZ switchable inputs
  • 19 simultaneous studio-grade effects, including Guitar & Bass emulations developed by Overloud
  • MIDI IN and OUT ports
  • Valve warmer, Xciter, Maximizer and Stereo Graphic EQ on Main Mix
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Features
  • 18 analog input channels, 8 mic preamps and 10 Line inputs including 2 HiZ switchable inputs
  • Three internal FX: Reverb, Delay, Modulation
  • 19 simultaneous studio-grade effects, including Guitar & Bass emulations developed by Overloud
  • MixRemote app ensuring a comprehensive control
  • Valve warmer, Xciter, Maximizer and Stereo Graphic EQ on Main Mix
  • 1 stereo main out and 6 aux outputs
  • USB port for the internal four-track player and two-track recorder
  • MIDI IN and OUT ports
  • 1 dual footswitch connector
  • Internal power supply

Fader-free, all-in-one M 18 has an on-board WiFi access point with both external and internal antennas, enabling full wireless control from up to 5 tablets. It features a total of 18 analog inputs, 8 mic preamps, up to 19 simultaneous studio-grade effects and a full suite of plug-in algorithms and professional internal effects, including a high-quality stereo reverb and classic emulations of guitar and bass amplifiers. The input EQs (Standard, Vintage and Smooth) enable a wide range of sounds and a flexible sound-sculpting environment. A master processor on the main outputs allows a final fine-tuning of the overall sound. A USB port for the internal two-track player and recorder, MIDI ports and footswitch input provide maximum flexibility.

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Part number:

17140073
M 18
90-240V, EU, EAN 8024530013066

17140074
M 18
90-240V, US, EAN 8024530013073

MIXREMOTE APP

The MixRemote App enables complete and versatile control of the RCF M 18 Digital Mixer.

Developed for iOS first, the MixRemote App has been designed with musicians in mind and is very simple to use, thanks to its intuitive Graphic User Interface.

Each page or channel functions can be reached with a couple of touches of a single hand – an essential convenience while playing.

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MIXUPDATE APP

UPDATE AND BACKUP TOOL FOR THE RCF M18 DIGITAL MIXER
MixUpdate is a necessary application to update the M 18’s firmware. Follow carefully the instructions to perform the firmware update.

MixUpdate also features BACKUP and RESTORE functions. BACKUP allows saving all the Snapshots, Shows and Effects’ Patches from your mixer into a USB stick inserted in the M 18.

Then, the RESTORE command brings the contents back to the M 18, either the same or a different one.

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Inputs

A dedicated App has been developed to ensure a quick and intuitive interaction with the M 18 digital mixer. Special care has been taken to offer consistent navigation among pages. The screen area is divided into 5 different zones: click on the dots to discover them.

FX sends

The main page presents three fader layers to control the FX sends. FX1-FX2-FX3 allows three internal FX feeds.

AUX sends

The main page presents six fader layers to control the AUX sends. AUX1 to AUX6 allows six auxiliary output feeds.

Studio grade effects

SEND
The M 18 digital mixer can provide up to 19 simultaneous effects. Three of them are defined as “SEND EFFECTS” and are fed by dedicated FX SENDS. FX1 is a particularly deep and transparent reverb, providing a realistic simulation of large ambients, such as halls, or rooms and plates. FX2 is a professional delay with a tap time up to 2500 ms and dedicated filters on the feedback signal, thus creating interesting sounds and complex tapping effects. FX3 is an assignable multi-effect with several choices: chorus, flanger, pitch shifter, among the others.
MULTI FX

A unique function that is available only in the M 18 digital mixer is the MultiFX effects chain. This powerful option can be applied to up to 4 channels:

  • A freely ordered chain of three effects – Pitch Shifter, Chorus/Flanger, Delay – can be inserted into channels 5 and 6 or, alternatively, 7 and 8
  • Channels 9 and 10, which also have a selectable Hi-Z input line, provide an insert effect chain of 5 simultaneous effects.
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Two realistic amp modeling channels

Designed for musicians. Two line inputs can be switched to a Hi-Z mode and host several realistic amp modeling simulators. Guitar and bass players can count on as many as 11 simulators specifically created for them: Darkface ‘65 (US), JazzC (JP), Rock ‘64 (UK), Rock 800 (UK) Crunch, Rock 900 (UK) Lead, Top30 (UK), Modern (US), BassMate (US), BassAmp (DE), Markbass Little Mark III (IT), Markbass TTE 500 (IT). The new firmware version adds a further four Amp Simulators: Slo88 Crunch (US), Slo 88 Lead (US), Overange 120 (UK) and Heavy 51 (US). It is also possible to substitute one of the Amp Simulators with a versatile Acoustic Simulator. Combine each amp with many different cabinets and explore various sound possibilities, emulating three types of microphone and three distinct positions: Near on axis, Near off axis, and Far from cabinet (1 m). The wide range of integrated sound options will allow every musician to re-create his own personal familiar sound without the need to transport heavy and bulky amplifiers and cabinets.
Specifications
Electronic specifications
Frequency Response
20 Hz ÷ 20000 kHz
Processing
Processing Channels
20
Signal Processing
32 Bit Floating Point
A/D-D/A conversion
24 Bit @ 48.0 kHz
Dynamic range
114
Wireless specifications
Internal Access Point
Yes
Dual Band
Yes
IEEE802.11 b/g standard (GHz)
2.4 / 5.0 - US version: 2.4 GHz only
Intenal Antennas
2
External Antennas
1
Inputs
Channels
18
Mic
8
Gain Range
0 dB ÷ 60 dB
Input Noise Level
-128 dBu A-Weighted
Mic Inputs Impedance
1 kohm
Low Cut
10 Hz ÷ 500 dB
Phantom Power +48V
Yes
Mono Line
10
Gain Selection
-10 dB ÷ 4 dB
Line Input Impedance
10 kohm
HI-Z Line Inputs
2
HI-Z Line Inputs Impedance (Mohm)
1 Mohm
A/D Dynamic range
114 dB
Input connectors
XLR, Jack
Outputs
Main MIX
2
FX Send
3
AUX Send
6
AUX Output
6
Phones
1
Output connectors
XLR, Jack
Outputs specifications
Main Out Impedance
50 ohm
Main Out Level
21 dBu
Aux Out Impedance (ohm)
50 ohm
Aux Out Level
21 dBu
Phones Out impedance (ohm)
40 ohm
Phones Out Level
35 dBm
D/A Dynamic Range
114 dB
Gates
RCF Gates
"Gates present on all input channel"
Compressors
RCF Compressors
Compressor on each input channel
EQ
Input Channels EQ
2 Full Parametric / 2 Semi Parametric / 2 Shelving / 4 Generic
AUX Output EQ
2 Full Parametric / 2 Shelving
Auxiliary sends
AUX
4 PRE / 2 PRE/POST
FX POST
3
Internal Effects
Send Effects
3
MultiFX Insert Effects
16
Mastering processors
Main OUT processors
4.00
Main OUT type
"Valve Warmer, Xciter, Maximizer, 31 band Graphic EQ present on MAIN MIX"
USB audio
USB Audio
Yes
Type
A
Play trk
2
Rec trk
2
Supported Sample Rate
48.0 kHz
Supported Play Formats
MP3, WAV, AIFF
Compressed File format play (kbps max)
320 Kbps
Supported Rec Format
WAV
Other features
Footswitch
Yes
MIDI IN
Yes
MIDI OUT
Yes
LAN port
Yes
Electrical specifications
Power supply
Internal
Voltage requirements
90 V - 240 V
Power consumption (MAX)
40 W
Standard compliance
Safety agency
CE compliant
Physical specifications
Color
Black
Rack mounting
2U , Optional rack mounting accessory required
Size
Height
88 mm / 3.46 inches
Width
340 mm / 13.39 inches
Depth
180 mm / 7.09 inches
Weight
2.5 kg / 5.51 lbs
Shipping information
Package Height
378 mm / 14.88 inches
Package Width
253 mm / 9.96 inches
Package Depth
132 mm / 5.2 inches
Package Weight
3.4 kg / 7.5 lbs
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