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dbx RTA-M Reference Microphone

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dbx RTA-M Reference Microphone
Key Features
  • Omnidirectional Polar Pattern
  • 20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response
  • Back Electret Condenser Element
  • Requires 9 to 52 VDC Phantom Power
The RTA-M Reference Microphone from dbx is an omnidirectional mic designed for use with dbx DriveRack series real-time analyzers (sold separately) to provide an acoustic picture of a room. It can be used to capture audio and fine-tune your sound system performance to match the response characteristics of the room for live sound and recording applications. In addition, the RTA-M is built with a metal housing, requires phantom power (9 to 52 VDC), and includes a mic clip along with a hardcover case.
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dbx RTA-M Overview

The RTA-M Reference Microphone from dbx is an omnidirectional mic designed for use with dbx DriveRack series real-time analyzers (sold separately) to provide an acoustic picture of a room. It can be used to capture audio and fine-tune your sound system performance to match the response characteristics of the room for live sound and recording applications. In addition, the RTA-M is built with a metal housing, requires phantom power (9 to 52 VDC), and includes a mic clip along with a hardcover case.

Flat frequency response
Omnidirectional polar pattern
Designed for the DriveRack series
Accurate "pinking" / real-time analysis of your audio
It runs on phantom power (supplied by the DriveRack units) and comes with a clip and case
UPC: 691991400421

dbx RTA-M Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Handheld
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Element Type
Electret Condenser
Controls
None
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Handheld
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Element Type
Electret Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
End Address
Controls
None
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Sensitivity
-63 dB (1 kHz, Open Circuit Voltage)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
9.0 to 52.0 V
Physical
Color
Black
Dimensions
ø: 0.4 x L: 5.7" / ø: 10 x L: 145 mm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.535 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
12.1 x 7 x 3.5"

dbx RTA-M Reviews

What the doctor ordered

By K
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-10

Thanks for the excellence in customer service when visiting your NYC store, so far Im satisfied with my purchase of the the Dax RTA mic

Great pair with the Drive Rack

By Peter
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-02-11

Works great, high quality unit. The rugged case which included protects the mic. I highly recommend this.

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Will this work with the RANE RE27 RTA EQ system?

Will this work with the RANE RE27 RTA EQ system?
Asked by: Ken
Yes this or any other RTA mic will work with Rane RE27
Answered by: Raul
Date published: 2021-03-08

question

Does the RTA mic come with a case?
Asked by: Jonathan
Yes
Answered by: MARGARET B.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Can this mount on a video camera?
Asked by: Anonymous
It can if you buy the appropriate hot shoe mount, but I wouldn't recommend it because the sound is weirdd
Answered by: Jon B.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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