Product details

The SPL Audio DMC is a professional stereo mastering console designed to serve as the central hub of an analog mastering studio. It combines source selection, input-level control, insert routing, recording outputs, and comprehensive loudspeaker monitoring in a single high-end console. With four stereo inputs, four stereo sources, precision level trimming, and support for multiple speaker configurations, the DMC enables mastering engineers to compare mixes, integrate external analog processors, and monitor recordings with exceptional precision. Its proprietary SPL 120V technology and fifth-generation SUPRA operational amplifiers provide high headroom and low-noise performance for demanding mastering workflows.

Key Features

Four Stereo Inputs: Connect up to four stereo signals for mastering, processing, and recording workflows.
Four Stereo Sources: Connect additional playback and reference sources for convenient A/B comparisons.
Precision Input Trimming: Adjust input levels in precise 0.25 dB increments to achieve accurate level matching.
Phase and Mono Controls: Switch individual input channels on or off, reverse polarity, and convert stereo inputs to mono when required.
Recording Gain Control: Provides fine adjustment of the recording output level, with a bypass function that removes the gain-control stage from the signal path when not needed.
External Processor Insert: Integrates external mastering equipment such as equalizers, compressors, and limiters into the recording signal path.
Precision Insert Return Trimming: Adjust insert-return levels in 0.25 dB increments to compensate for level differences introduced by external processors.
Multiple Speaker Outputs: Supports three stereo monitor pairs for full-range, midfield, and nearfield monitoring, plus dedicated mono-speaker and subwoofer outputs.
Comprehensive Monitor Control: Includes monitor-level adjustment, mute, dimming, channel solo, and polarity controls for accurate listening and troubleshooting.
Loudness Compensation: Offers adjustable level compensation of up to ±10 dB to help maintain useful listening comparisons at different monitor levels.
Phonitor Headphone Output: Provides a dedicated connection for compatible SPL Phonitor headphone amplifiers, with configurable speaker muting during headphone monitoring.
MC16 Compatibility: Can be paired with the SPL MC16 for 16-channel surround and immersive-audio monitoring, including Dolby Atmos® and Auro-3D® workflows.
Hermes Integration: Can be combined with the SPL Hermes Mastering Router to organize and recall signal paths involving multiple external stereo processors.
SPL 120V Technology: Uses a ±60 V internal audio operating voltage and fifth-generation SUPRA op-amps to provide exceptional headroom and signal-handling capability.
Professional Construction: Built in a 19-inch, 3U rackmount format for integration into dedicated mastering facilities.

Technical Specifications

Product Type: Stereo analog mastering console and monitor controller
Audio Channels: 2-channel stereo
Stereo Inputs: 4 pairs
Stereo Sources: 4 pairs
Recording Outputs: 2 stereo outputs
External Inserts: 1 stereo insert
Monitor Outputs: 3 stereo pairs, 1 mono-speaker output, and 1 subwoofer output
Input and Insert Return Trim Resolution: 0.25 dB steps
Maximum Input Level: +32.5 dBu
Maximum Output Level: +32.5 dBu
Input Impedance: 20 kΩ
Output Impedance: 75 Ω
Common-Mode Rejection: -82 dBu
Frequency Response (-3 dB): 4 Hz–300 kHz
Noise (A-weighted, Recording Output, Insert Active): -101.6 dBu at +24 dBu
Noise (A-weighted, Speaker Output): -103.9 dBu at +24 dBu
THD + N (Recording Output, Insert Active): Better than 112 dB at +24 dBu
THD + N (Speaker Output): Better than 108 dB at +24 dBu
Analog Operating Voltage: ±60 V
Relay and LED Operating Voltage: +12 V
Power Supply: Internal linear power supply with shielded toroidal transformer
Mains Voltage: Selectable 230 V AC / 50 Hz or 115 V AC / 60 Hz
Maximum Power Consumption: 40 VA
Dimensions (W × H × D): 482 × 132 × 300 mm
Rack Format: 19-inch, 3U
Unit Weight: 10.2 kg