DiGiCo Quantum 1¹² 80-Channel Digital Mixing Console w/ MADI Rack

About: DiGiCo Quantum 1¹² 80-Channel Digital Mixing Console w/ MADI Rack

The DiGiCo Quantum 1¹² is an 80 channel mixing console with 12 physical faders and 1 x 17” LCD high-resolution touchscreens. Building on the Quantum 8, the Quantum 1¹² offers all of the Quantum features plus new design features and enhancements in a smaller format console.

• Onboard Dante Ethercon Ports (Primary and Secondary)
• 80 Input Channels with full processing
• 24 Aux/Sub-Group busses with full processing
• 12 x 8 Matrix with full processing
• 20 Insertable Mustard processing strips
• 24 Nodal processing instances
• True Solo function
• 18 TFT LCD displays
• Stadius 32-bit local I/O
• Assignable channel layout
• User programmable macros
• 1 User Programmable Macroder
• Capable of redundantly mirroring with another Quantum 1 console
• Redundant PSUs as standard
• Snapshots for seamlessly changing parameters at once
• 2 DMI Slots to expand the I/O as desired
• Integrated 32 Channel UBMADI
• Offline software
• iPad control

Mix anywhere.

Designed to fit within a rugged and robust Pelican Air 1637 case, the console, when packed, weighs only 23 kilograms – a perfect 50 pounds – qualifying it as a standard checked bag option on most flights. But despite its ultra-compact form factor, the Quantum112 is still a giant on features and functionality, every bit a Quantum in terms of its pedigree.

Based on the newest seventh-generation FPGAs, DiGiCo’s latest product offers 80 input channels with 24 aux/subgroup busses, LR/LCR master busses, and a 12x8 matrix, all with full channel processing. 12 control groups plus two solos are also available.

Sporting a 17-inch, 1000-nit, high-brightness multitouch screen with both a meterbridge and soft quick select buttons for speedy and intuitive operation, the Quantum112 is additionally equipped with 18 individual TFT channel displays to provide clear user feedback and interaction. Beneath the main display are a dozen newly-sourced 100mm touch-sensitive faders, selected for their smooth movement and precision control.

The DiGiCo Quantum112 naturally incorporates now-familiar Quantum Range features like Mustard Processing channel strips (20), Spice Rack plugin-style native FPGA processing options (6), and Nodal Processing (24). 12 graphic EQs are further available, as are eight FX Rack slots.

I/O

The rear panel has built-in 64x64 Primary and Secondary Dante Ports on Ethercon connectors. 16 Mic/Line inputs and 8 line outputs, both of which utilise ‘Stadius’ 32-bit pre-amps and DACs. It also has 1 AES/EBU input (2 channels) and 1AES/EBU outputs (2 channels), 4 sets of MADI I/O, giving up to 4 MADI interfaces or up to 2 redundant MADI interfaces at 48kHz or 2 interfaces at 96kHz, 2 DMI slots and inbuilt UB MADI (USB Type B audio I/O interface for recording and playback of up to 32 channels).

• Local I/O: Stadius 32-bit local I/O Sample Rate: 48kHz or 96kHz, Processing Delay: 0.5ms Typical (Mic in to Line out, no channel Processing), Internal Processing: Up to 40-bit, Floating Point, A>D & D>A: 32-bit Converter Bit Depth, Frequency Response: +/- 0.2dB (20Hz – 20kHz), THD+N (Mic In to AES Out): <0.002% @ 1kHz, 0dB gain, -10dBFS out, 22Hz-20kHz, THD+N (AES In to Line Out): <0.002% @ 1kHz, +16dBu out, 22Hz-20kHz, Channel Separation/Crosstalk (Mic In to Line Out): >100dB @ 10kHz, Residual Output Noise: <93dBu Typical (20Hz – 20kHz), Equivalent Input Noise (EIN): <-127.5dBu A-weighted, 22Hz – 20kHz, Maximum Output Level: +22dBu, Maximum Input Level: +22dBu
• MADI: Integrated 32 Channel UBMADI, 4 x MADI BNC I/O @ 48k, 2 interfaces at 96k, 1 x UB MADI (USB Type B Audio I/O interface for recording and playback of up to 32 channels.
• Optocore: We have a Optocore option, providing a single loop which give 504 additional audio paths at 48kHz and 96kHz. The Optocore connector type is chosen from HMA, OpticalCon or ST. The Optocore Mode can be chosen from MultiMode or SingleMode.
• DMI: Compatible DMI Cards:ADC / AES / AMM / AVB / Aviom / DAC / Dante / Dante 64@96 / Hydra 2 / KLANG / MADI B / MADI C / ME / Mic / Waves

DMI Interface Options

• DMI-AMM: This card offers both the SD-Range and the S-Series consoles up to 64 channels of automatic microphone mixing which can be used in any console input channel.
• DMI-ADC: This card provides 16 analogue inputs on 2 x 25 way “D” connectors. The ADC card is a line card only. There is no microphone amplifier or phantom power available. There is no gain control function for these inputs (only digital trim). Maximum input level +22dBu.
• DMI-AES: This card provides 16 Inputs (8 pairs) and 16 outputs (8 pairs) on 2 x 25 way “D” connectors. All AES inputs are provided with sample rate conversion (SRC) by default. All AES outputs are synchronised to the mixer system clock.
• DMI-DAC: This card provides 16 analogue outputs on 2 x 25 way “D” connectors DAC card is line level only. Maximum output level +22dBu (Digital Full Scale)
• DMI-MADI-B: This card can be used to connect a Standard MADI stream (64 channels in and out) at 48KHz or 96KHz or an SD Series DiGiCo Rack with the appropriate connector (D2-Rack, SD-Rack, SD-MINIRack)
• DMI-MADI-C: This card can be used to connect another DiGiCo device that uses RJ45 Standard MADI (64 channels in and out) at 48KHz or 96KHz or an SD Series DiGiCo Rack with the appropriate connector (D-Rack, D2-Rack)
• DMI-ME: This card offers a 40 output interface to Allen & Heath ME-1 or ME-500 Personal Mixers. Multiple personal Mixers can be connected to the DMI ME via the ME-U Hub.
• DMI-MIC: This card provides 8 microphone preamp inputs on a 1 x 25 way "D" connector. Each channel has individual, low noise gain control and phantom power. User interface is through a normal channel strip on your console. Maximum input level is +22dBu.
• DMI-WAVES: This card will provide 64 input and 64 output channels at 48kHz or 96kHz to the SoundGrid Network with 2 Ethercon ports.
• DMI-DANTE64@96: This card provides 64 inputs and 64 outputs to the Dante network at both 48kHz and 96kHz.
• DMI-HYDRA 2: This card will provide 56 Input and 56 output channels at 48kHz with Primary and Secondary (backup) optical connections.
• DMI-KLANG: This card provides ultra low latency KLANG immersive processing for up to 16 2-channel mixes with 64 inputs at 48kHz or 96kHz.

Quantum MADI Rack

The MQ-Rack provides all of the power of our larger racks, but in a more compact unit.

• 48 Mic Inputs
• Up to 24 Line Outputs
• 4 Switchable AES Outputs
• BNC MADI Connectivity
• Rack sharing or digital splits at 48kHz
• 6U Rack Mountable
• Gain Tracking
• Redundant PSUs
• Flashing screen to indicate system OK from a distance
• Locked controls to prevent accidental setting changes
• Internal Oscillator

The compact 6U rack sports 48 mic inputs and up to 24 line outputs. Clever audio design allows the last 4 outputs to be switched between line outputs and stereo AES/EBU outputs, adding up to a maximum of 8 AES/EBU output channels.

Dual MADI ports, available on BNC connections, either allow rack sharing at 48kHz between any two SD Range or Quantum consoles or provide digital splits for recording. When combined, these ports create a single high definition 96kHz MADI connection with absolutely no reduction in I/O.

To ensure ultimate reliability the MQ-Rack is equipped with dual redundant power supplies as standard.

Specifications

• Quantum 1¹²
  • ​Worksurface
    • 12 x 100mm touch-sensitive, motorised faders
    • 1 x 17” LCD high-brightness, high-resolution touchscreen
    • 18 x Full Colour TFT LCD Displays
    • 1 x ¼” Headphone sockets
    • 1 x 3.5mm Headphone sockets
    • 1 x USB 2.0 slot
    • Integrated Light Bar
    • Lightweight Quantum Chassis
  • Rear
    • On Board Dante Sockets (Primary & Secondary)
    • 2 x Redundant PSUs
    • 16 x XLR Mic/Line Inputs (32-Bit Stadius ADCs)
    • 8 x XLR Line Outputs (32-Bit Stadius DACs)
    • 1 x XLR AES/EBU Input (2 x channels)
    • 1 x XLR AES/EBU Outputs (2 x channels)
    • 4 x MADI BNC I/O @ 48k, 2 interfaces at 96k
    • 1 x MultiMode Optocore Interface (Optional)
    • 2 x DMI Slots (up to 64 I/O per slot)
    • 1 x UB MADI (USB Type B Audio I/O interface for recording and playback of up to 32 channels)
    • 4 x Ethernet ports (switched together)
    • 2 x USB 3.0 slots
    • 2 x GPI Jack (2 inputs)
    • 2 x GPO Jack (2 outputs)
    • 1 x MIDI In/Thru/Out (5 pin DIN)
    • 1 x Word Clock I/O BNC
    • 1 x DisplayPort Output
    • 1 x AES/EBU Sync I/O BNC
    • 1 x Quantum Lighting Bar
  • Signal Processing
    • 80 Input Channels (Mono)
      • Main & Alternative input
      • Analogue Gain
      • Phase Inversion Control
      • Gain Tracking
      • Digital Trim (-40dB to +40dB)
      • Variable Delay (0ms to 1.3s)
      • DiGiTube
      • HPF/LPF (-24dB/Oct)
      • 4 Band Parametric EQ / Dynamic EQ
      • DYN 1: Compressor, Multiband Compressor, Desser
      • DYN 2: Gate, Duck, External Input Compressor
      • EQ/Dyn Order Control
      • 2 Insert Points per Channel
      • Channel Mute & Hard Mute
      • Channel Direct Outputs
    • 24 Aux/Sub-Group Busses
      • Digital Trim (-20dB to +60dB)
      • Variable Delay (0ms to 1.3s)
      • DiGiTube
      • Merge Input
      • Tone Generator
      • HPF/LPF (-24dB/Oct)
      • 8 Band EQ: 4 Band Parametric EQ and 4 Band Parametric or Dynamic EQ
      • DYN 1: Compressor, Multiband Compressor, Desser
      • DYN 2: Gate, Duck, External Input Compressor
      • EQ/Dyn Order Control
      • 2 Insert Points per Channel
      • Channel Mute & Hard Mute
      • 12 input x 8 output Full Processing Matrix
      • 12 Control Groups (CGs)
      • 2 Solo Busses
      • 12 x 32-band GEQs
      • 8 Internal Stereo FX ProcessorsDelays 
        • Audio Enhancer
        • Choruses
        • Pitch Shifters
        • Reverbs
      • 6 Internal Spice Rack Slots
        • 6 band Dynamic Multiband Compressor/Expander
        • 6 band Dynamic EQ
      • 20 Mustard Processing Strips
        • Tube
        • Tube Emulation
        • HPF/LPF (-24dB/Oct)
        • 4 Band EQ: 2 Band Parametric EQ and 2 Band Parametric EQ or All Pass Filters
        • DYN 1: Classic RMS/Peak Compressor, Vintage VCA Compressor, Optical Compressor, FET Limiter
        • DYN 2: Gate, Ducker
      • 24 Nodal Processing 4 Band Parametric EQ / Dynamic EQ
        • DYN 1: Compressor, Multiband Compressor, Desser
        • DYN 2: Gate, Duck, External Input Compressor
    • Multiband Compressors available on every channel, Buss and Nodal Processor
    • Dynamic EQs available on every channel, Buss and Nodal Processor
    • DiGiTuBes available on every channel & Buss
    • Virtual Soundcheck
    • True Solo function
  • Console Audio
    • Sample Rate: 48kHz or 96kHz
    • Processing Delay: 0.5ms Typical (Mic in to Line out, no channel Processing 
    • Internal Processing: Up to 40-bit, Floating Point
    • A>D & D>A: 32-bit Converter Bit Depth
    • Frequency Response: +/- 0.2dB (20Hz – 20kHz)
    • THD+N (Mic In to AES Out): <0.002% @ 1kHz, 0dB gain, -10dBFS out, 22Hz-20kHz
    • THD+N (AES In to Line Out): <0.002% @ 1kHz, +16dBu out, 22Hz-20kHz
    • Channel Separation/Crosstalk (Mic In to Line Out): >100dB @ 10kHz
    • Residual Output Noise: <93dBu Typical (20Hz - 20kHz)
    • Equivalent Input Noise (EIN): <-127.5dBu A-weighted, 22Hz - 20kHz
    • Maximum Output Level: +2dBu
    • Maximum Input Level: +22dBu
  • Physical
    • Dimensions (WxDxH): 17.23 x 22.64 x 12.76 inch (440 x 575 x 324mm)
    • Weight: 32.41 lbs (14.7kg)
    • Power Requirements: 100-240V, 50-60Hz
    • Redundancy: 2x Internal PSUs
• Quantum MADI Rack
  • Connections
    • 48 x XLR Mic Inputs
    • 20 x XLR Line Outputs
    • 4 x XLR Switchable AES/Line Outputs
    • 1 x TFT LCD Menu Screen
    • 4 x Menu Buttons
    • 1 x MADI Main I/O BNC
    • 1 x MADI Aux I/O BNC
    • 2 x Redundant PSUs
    • 1 x USB 2.0 Type B port
  • Signal Processing
    • Internal Oscillator
    • Gain Tracking
  • Audio
    • Sample Rate: 48kHz or 96kHz
    • Crosstalk: TBC
    • Analogue Input Frequency Response: TBC
    • Analogue EIN: TBC
    • Dynamic Range: TBC
    • Input Impedance: TBC
    • CMRR: TBC
    • AES Distortion: TBC
    • Analogue Distortion: TBC
    • AES Cable Length: TBC
    • Phantom Power: TBC
    • Oscillator Level: -96dB to 0dB
    • Oscillator Frequency: 20Hz to 22kHz
    • Gain Range: TBC
    • System Delay: TBC
    • Maximum Input Level: TBC
    • Maximum Output Level: TBC
  • Physical
    • Dimensions (WxDxH): 19 x 9.96 x 10.47 inch (482.7 x 253 x 265.9mm) 
    • Weight: 24.25 lbs (11kg)
    • Power Requirements: 100-240V~, 50-60Hz, 2.0A
    • Redundancy: 2x PSUs