MACKIE DRM12A - 12" Powered PA Speaker

MACKIE DRM12A – Powered PA Speaker

The Mackie DRM12A is a 12" active array loudspeaker delivering 2,000W peak through a Class D amplifier with power factor correction and advanced protection, ensuring headroom and reliability in any professional environment. Its 12" high-excursion transducer and three 1" compression drivers, mounted in a rugged 15mm plywood enclosure with a textured finish, provide a frequency range of 50Hz–20kHz (–10dB) and 65Hz–20kHz (–3dB) , with a maximum SPL of 135dB peak .

It features the Advanced Impulse™ DSP for acoustic correction and time alignment using precision FIR filters, expanding the optimal listening area. The DRM™ Control Panel with full-color display allows you to parametrically adjust the 3-band EQ, select voicing modes (Club, Live, DJ, etc.), configure the array, modify crossovers, align delays, and monitor temperature in real time.

Main features

• Power: 2,000 W peak / 1,000 W RMS (Class D, PFC, Smart-Protect protection).
• Transducers: 1× 12″ high-excursion woofer + 3× 1″ compression drivers.
• Frequency range: 50 Hz–20 kHz (–10 dB) / 65 Hz–20 kHz (–3 dB).
• Maximum SPL: 135 dB peak.
• DSP Advanced Impulse™ with FIR filters for acoustic correction.
• DRM™ color panel: 3-band parametric EQ, voicing, crossover, delay, array mode, temperature monitoring.
• Coverage: 110° horizontal × 20° vertical.
• Connectivity: 2× XLR/TRS IN combo; 2× XLR Direct OUT; 2× XLR High-Pass OUT.
• Integrated M10 flypoints and dual-angle pole-cup compatible with SPM300.
• Cabinet: 15 mm plywood with textured coating and perforated steel grille.

Product benefits

• Professional power: 2,000W Class D with power factor correction for critical environments.
• Adjustable Sound: Advanced DSP and intuitive panel allow you to sculpt the exact response to your room.
• Arrayable and versatile: Dual-angle fly points and pole-cup facilitate everything from line-array rigs to spot monitors.
• Compact and durable: Touring-grade design in 15 mm plywood for maximum durability.
• Multiple operating modes: Predefined voicings and array mode adapt the speaker to any application.

Use cases

• Line arrays in clubs, theaters and medium-sized tours.
• PA for DJs and bands that require great punch and clarity.
• Fixed installations in auditoriums, houses of worship and audiovisual production.
• Stage monitoring and specific configurations thanks to its pole-cup.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do you need an external processor?
  No, the DRM12A includes Advanced Impulse™ DSP and integrated mixer.
• Can I fly it in array?
  Yes; it has M10 flypoints for flying and line-array configuration.
• How do I set the delay?
  From the DRM™ panel, adjust “Delay” to 300 ms to align with subwoofers.

Description for projects

Mackie DRM12A active speaker: 2,000 W peak / 1,000 W RMS, 12″ woofer + 3 × 1″ drivers, Advanced Impulse™ DSP, color DRM™ panel (3-band EQ, voicing, crossover, delay, array mode), 2 in/4 out XLR/TRS, 110°×20° coverage, M10 flypoints, pole-cup dual-angle, plywood 15 mm.