Introduction; Package Contents; Brief Description And Characteristics - RME Audio Micstasy User Manual

1. Introduction

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.
When developing the Micstasy we used all our experience, and also the experience of our cus-
tomers, to create a unique, excellent and high-quality unit. Although the Micstasy breaks into a
price category which is quite unusual for an RME product, it still offers the typical, outstanding
price/performance ratio known from RME. Micstasy's features will excite you – but even more
the performance and smartness that it shows in solving any given task. Have fun!

2. Package Contents

Please check that your Micstasy package contains each of the following:
• Micstasy
• Power cord
• Manual
• RME Driver CD
• 1 optical cable (TOSLINK), 2 m

3. Brief Description and Characteristics

The Micstasy is a full range hi-end preamp and AD-converter in reference quality, fully remote
controllable, with optional MADI I/O. In a standard 19" box with 2 unit height the device offers
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numerous extraordinary features like Intelligent Clock Control (ICC), SyncCheck , SteadyClock,
TotalGain, AutoSet, MIDI over MADI, and remote control via MADI and MIDI.
• 8 balanced XLR mic/line inputs
• 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
• Large frequency range (200 kHz) with special EMI input filtering
• 8 balanced TRS line / instrument inputs
• 8 balanced XLR line outputs
• Symmetrical hi-pass (Lo Cut) with super-low THD, 18 dB/oct
• Hi-Z option per front input
• LED level meter with 13 LEDs per channel
• Near click-free gain changes
• Noise suppression on power-on and power-off at the analog outputs
• M/S encoding for the digital output
• AutoSet: Automatic gain reduction with multiple linking
• Current state can be stored to 8 user presets
• Fully remote controllable
• Word clock input and output
• SyncCheck tests and reports the synchronization status of the clock signals
• MIDI I/O
• 4 x AES/EBU Out per D-sub, 8 channels @ 192 kHz
• 2 x ADAT Out, 8 channels @ 96 kHz
• Optional MADI I/O (I64 MADI Card)
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