Midas DM16

Essential Information About the DM16 Analog Mixing Console

• 12 Midas microphone preamps with +48 V phantom power, transparent, low noise, and high dynamic range.
• 16 inputs in total: 12 mono channels with inserts + 2 dedicated stereo channels, perfect for keyboards and effects returns.
• 3-band "British" equalizer on each mono channel with sweepable mids for precise musical shaping.
• Flexible routing: 2 pre/post auxiliary sends, monitor outputs, 60 mm faders, and main XLR outputs.

A British Heritage Serving the Sound

Inspired by the British consoles that shaped rock music, the DM16 brings within reach that warm grain and sought-after musicality. Its "British" voicing equalization and world-renowned Midas preamps deliver a professional sound signature both on stage and in the studio.

Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?

Compact and robust, the DM16 is suitable for bands, places of worship, bars, schools, project studios, and service providers. It excels front-of-house on small to medium stages, as stage monitors, in keyboard/drum submixes, or as the heart of a simple and reliable recording setup.

Key Features for Stage and Studio

The mono channels combine extended gain, 6.35mm TRS insert jacks, and a 3-band equalizer with sweepable mids to precisely sculpt vocals, guitars, or percussion. Stereo pairs 13/14 and 15/16 accommodate keyboards, players, and multi-effects, with balance control for mono sources.

Two switchable pre/post fader auxiliaries simplify creating monitor mixes and sending to external processors. The 60 mm faders, per-channel PFL, mute switches, and dual LED meters ensure precise control, while the main XLR outputs, monitor section, and headphone output cover all broadcast and listening needs.

Technical Specifications

Mono Channels (x12)

• Mic input: XLR, balanced (Midas preamps), switchable +48 V phantom power
• Line input: 6.35mm TRS jack, balanced
• Channel insert: 6.35mm TRS jack, unbalanced
• Mic gain: +10 dB to +60 dB; line gain: -10 dB to +40 dB
• 3-band EQ: bass +/-15 dB at 80 Hz (shelving), mid +/-15 dB sweepable 150 Hz to 3.5 kHz (semi-parametric), treble +/-15 dB at 12 kHz (shelving)
• Pan control, PFL (pre-fader listen), mute, 60 mm fader
• Channel peak LED
• Mic performance: EIN -131 dBu (50 ohm source, 60 dB gain, at insert send), -128 dBu (150 ohm source); noise @ 10 dB gain: -97 dBu (unweighted, 20 Hz-20 kHz)
• Main output frequency response: 20 Hz-20 kHz (-1 dB), 70 kHz (-3 dB)
• Max mic input level: +11 dBu @ +10 dB gain
• CMRR @ +60 dB: typ. -90 dB
• Mic input impedance: 2 kohms, balanced
• THD+N at 0 dBu: 0.005% @ 1 kHz

Stereo Channels (x2)

• Inputs: 2 x 6.35mm TRS jacks per channel, balanced
• Impedance: 20 kohms balanced / unbalanced
• Gain: -20 dB to +20 dB
• Max input level: +21 dBu
• Left/Right balance, PFL, mute, 60 mm fader

Line Inputs and Inserts

• Mono line input: 6.35mm TRS jack, balanced; impedance 20 kohms balanced / unbalanced; max input level +30 dBu
• Channel inserts: 6.35mm TRS jack, unbalanced; max input/output level +21 dBu

Equalizer (recap)

• Bass: +/-15 dB @ 80 Hz (shelving)
• Mid (mono): +/-15 dB sweepable 150 Hz-3.5 kHz (semi-parametric)
• Treble: +/-15 dB @ 12 kHz (shelving)

Auxiliary Sends and Monitoring

• Aux Sends: 2 x 6.35mm TRS jacks, balanced; impedance 240 ohms balanced / 120 ohms unbalanced; max output level +21 dBu
• Pre/post fader switching per auxiliary; Aux 1 and Aux 2 level control per channel (0 to +10 dB)
• Monitor outputs: 2 x 6.35mm TRS jacks, balanced; impedance 240 ohms balanced / 120 ohms unbalanced; max level +21 dBu; source: copy of main mix, channel PFL, or 2-track input; dedicated local level control

Main Outputs and Master Inserts

• Main outputs L/R: 2 x XLR, electronically balanced; impedance 100 ohms balanced / 50 ohms unbalanced; max level +21 dBu
• Main output inserts: 2 x 6.35mm TRS jacks, unbalanced; max input/output level +21 dBu
• 2 master 60 mm faders

Headphones, 2-Track, and Recording

• Phones output: 6.35mm TRS jack, unbalanced; impedance 25 ohms; max level +21 dBu; "Phones" level control
• 2-track input: 2 x RCA, unbalanced; impedance 20 kohms; max input level +21 dBu; routable to main mix or control outputs
• Recording output: 2 x RCA, unbalanced; impedance 1 kohm; max level +21 dBu

Meters and Indicators

• 2 LED meters for main mix levels or channels in PFL
• Power LED, PFL LED, +48 V LED

Power Supply

• Internal switching power supply: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, switchable (T 1.6 A H 250 V)
• Power consumption: 40 W
• Power connection: standard IEC socket

Dimensions and Weight

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 95 x 438 x 370 mm (3.7 x 17.2 x 14.6")
• Weight: 5 kg (2.3 lbs)