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Mackie DRM12A 2000W 12" Powered Line Array Speaker

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DRM Series Professional Powered Loudspeakers represent decades of innovation in acoustic, DSP, and amplifier design. Combining extensive tuning, premium components, and cutting-edge DSP – DRM Series Loudspeakers deliver the power, clarity, and ease of use you’ve been dreaming of in a system that won’t cost a fortune. The DRM Series is perfect for mobile DJs, bands, clubs, houses of worship, production/install, and more. Read more

Features

  • Road-Worthy Design
  • Here Comes The Boom
  • Advanced Impulse™ DSP Module
  • DRM Control Dashboard™
  • Versatile Configurations

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DRM Series Professional Powered Loudspeakers represent decades of innovation in acoustic, DSP, and amplifier design. Combining extensive tuning, premium components, and cutting-edge DSP – DRM Series Loudspeakers deliver the power, clarity, and ease of use you’ve been dreaming of in a system that won’t cost a fortune. The DRM Series is perfect for mobile DJs, bands, clubs, houses of worship, production/install, and more. Read more

Features

  • Road-Worthy Design
  • Here Comes The Boom
  • Advanced Impulse™ DSP Module
  • DRM Control Dashboard™
  • Versatile Configurations

About the Mackie DRM12A 2000W 12" Powered Line Array Speaker

The Mackie DRM12A is a high-output, 12-inch powered line array speaker designed to deliver professional-grade sound reinforcement for live music, mobile events, and installed applications where clarity, coverage, and portability are essential. As part of the DynaRoad Modular series, this active speaker integrates a powerful Class D amplifier, advanced DSP, and robust transducers into a compact, arrayable cabinet. It features a 12-inch low-frequency driver and a 1.75-inch compression driver mounted on a wide-dispersion horn, optimized for vertical arraying to create a cohesive sound field with consistent volume and tone across the audience area, reducing the need for additional delay speakers.

The speaker's built-in digital signal processing (DSP) is a key component, offering user-selectable presets tailored for different configurations—such as a standalone full-range speaker, part of a curved array, or as a flown element. This DSP manages crossover points, system limiting for protection, and EQ optimization to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring dual XLR/TRS combo inputs with a mix output for easy daisy-chaining, as well as a dedicated array output for linking multiple DRM12A speakers. The rugged cabinet is constructed from 15mm Baltic Birch plywood with a textured polyurethane finish and includes multiple M10 suspension points for secure flying, an integrated pole socket, and ergonomic handles for transport.

Engineered for reliability and ease of use, the Mackie DRM12A simplifies setup for touring crews and mobile entertainers by combining amplification, processing, and speakers into a single, manageable unit. Its arrayable design makes it particularly suitable for applications where vertical coverage control is beneficial, such as in long, narrow rooms or for covering balconies. Whether deployed as a single powerful main, in pairs for stereo coverage, or in larger arrays for significant scale, the DRM12A delivers the power, clarity, and flexibility required for professional sound reinforcement in a variety of demanding environments.

Key Features

  • Road-Worthy Design
  • Here Comes The Boom
  • Advanced Impulse™ DSP Module
  • DRM Control Dashboard™
  • Versatile Configurations

Mackie DRM12A 2000W 12" Powered Line Array Speaker Specs

Driver Configuration
Woofer
12 inch
Tweeter
1.75 inch Compression Driver
Crossover
Active, DSP-controlled
Amplification & Power
Amplifier Power
2000W Peak (LF: 1400W, HF: 600W)
Amplifier Class
Class D (Bi-amplified)
Frequency Response
45 Hz - 20 kHz
Processing & Controls
DSP
User-selectable presets (Standalone, Array, etc.)
Inputs
2 x XLR/TRS Combo (with Mix output)
Array Output
Dedicated link for arraying
Physical & Construction
Enclosure Material
15 mm Baltic Birch Plywood
Finish
Textured Polyurethane (PUR)
Dimensions
Compact for arraying (approx. 25.2" H x 16.5" W x 14.6" D)
Weight
Approx. 48 lbs (21.8 kg)
Mounting & Arrayability
Mounting Points
Multiple M10 Fly Points
Pole Socket
1.5" for stand mounting
Array Compatibility
Designed for vertical arraying
Performance
Sensitivity
99 dB (1W/1m)
Maximum SPL
136 dB Peak
Coverage Pattern (single)
90° H x 10° V (arrayable)
Power Requirements
Mains Voltage
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz

Key Features

  • Road-Worthy Design
  • Here Comes The Boom
  • Advanced Impulse™ DSP Module
  • DRM Control Dashboard™
  • Versatile Configurations

FAQs about Mackie DRM12A 2000W 12" Powered Line Array Speaker

What are the amplifier power rating and speaker driver specifications of the Mackie DRM12A?

The DRM12A is powered by a high-efficiency 2,000W Peak Class-D amplifier module equipped with next-generation system protection and Power Factor Correction (PFC). It houses a custom 12-inch high-excursion woofer and three 1-inch titanium diaphragm compression drivers to deliver ultra-clean audio at up to 135 dB peak SPL.

What is Advanced Impulse DSP and how does it improve sound performance?

Mackie's Advanced Impulse™ DSP utilizes precision crossover filtering, FIR (Finite Impulse Response) phase alignment, and transducer time-alignment. This eliminates muddy acoustic anomalies and horn reflections to deliver crystal-clear vocal clarity and punchy, tight low end across the entire coverage area.

How does the DRM Control Dashboard screen on the back panel work?

The DRM Control Dashboard™ features a full-color display screen controlled by a single rotary encoder button. It provides fast access to 3-band parametric EQ, system voicings, array configuration modes, alignment delay processing, and up to 6 user-definable preset memory slots.

How many DRM12A enclosures can be flown together in a single line array?

Up to four DRM12A cabinets can be flown together in a single array when suspended using the dedicated FB100 Fly Bar rigging frame. The cabinet integrated flying hardware permits safe, quick array rigging without requiring separate loose pin parts.

Can the DRM12A be pole-mounted or ground-stacked on top of subwoofers?

Yes, the cabinet includes a dual-angle pole mount cup on the bottom for mounting on standard 35mm speaker poles at $0^\circ$ or $-7.5^\circ$ angles. It can also be ground-stacked on top of a DRM18S powered subwoofer using optional fly bar adapters or mounting poles.

What physical audio input and output connections are available on the rear panel?

The rear panel offers a combination XLR/TRS line input channel, a direct male XLR thru/loop port, and a dedicated high-pass output XLR jack for sending signals to subwoofers. Power connects securely via locking powerCON AC input and loop-thru output connectors.

Is the cabinet durable enough for heavy touring and rental use?

Yes, the enclosure is constructed from road-worthy $15\text{mm}$ plywood coated in a durable textured black paint finish and reinforced by a powder-coated heavy-gauge steel grille. Internal bracing adds structural rigidity to eliminate cabinet resonance during high-output performance.

Is the DRM12A weather-rated for outdoor rain exposure?

No, the loudspeaker carries an indoor rating and should be kept dry and sheltered from direct rain, snow, or high moisture. For outdoor events, the line array stack must be operated underneath a completely dry, covered stage roof or protective shelter.

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