RCF ART 912-AX Active Bluetooth Speaker with 6-Channel Mixer

Wireless Muscle for Real-World Gigs: RCF ART 912-AX

Put clean, confident output where it matters. The ART 912-AX teams a 1.75" compression driver with a 12" woofer and a 2100W Class-D bi-amp to deliver 100° × 60° coverage and up to 130 dB SPL. RCF FiRPHASE and Bass Motion Control shape transients and low end so mixes stay clear at event volume.

Mix and route without a rack. A built-in 6-channel digital mixer handles mics, instruments, and playback with compressors, EQ, reverb, and a ducker. Navigate from the color touch display with encoder or control it from the LiveRemote app for iOS/Android.

Go cable-light when the room demands it. Class 1 Bluetooth stereo input supports dual-speaker pairing for stereo or dual mono, while outputs include MIX OUT, CH1 Link, STEREO OUTPUT, and CROSSOVER OUT with RCF sub presets for fast tops-and-subs rigs.

Real-World Applications and Sound Roles

• Mobile DJ mains: Wireless streaming, onboard FX, and quick scenes speed load-in and soundcheck.
• Club and bar installs: Consistent pattern control and convection cooling for nightly reliability.
• Corporate AV: Touch UI and app control for walk-ins, panels, and presenter mics.
• Stage wedge: Focused 100° × 60° pattern keeps vocals forward with less spill.
• Satellite over sub: Crossover presets and output delay streamline alignment.

Where the RCF ART 912-AX Excels

• All-In-One Control: 6-channel mixer with compressors, EQ, reverb, and a ducker replaces extra outboard.
• Wireless Workflow: Class 1 Bluetooth stereo with dual-speaker pairing for stereo or dual mono.
• Clarity at Level: Up to 130 dB SPL with FiRPHASE and BMC processing for articulate mixes.
• Consistent Coverage: True Resistive Waveguide maintains a 100° × 60° pattern across the room.
• Sub Integration: CROSSOVER OUT with RCF subwoofer presets speeds tops-and-subs deployment.
• Pro I/O: Dual combo preamps with +48V, stereo mini-jack, XLR MIX OUT, CH1 Link.
• Chicago DJ Ready: Rugged PP composite cabinet with top and side handles for fast ballroom turns.

Control Modes for the RCF ART 912-AX

Mixer & Inputs

• Channels: 6 total (Mic/Line CH1 & CH2, Stereo Line 3/4 mini-jack, Bluetooth stereo).
• Mic Preamps: +48V phantom on CH1 & CH2; storable gain with 0 dB–42 dB range.
• Channel EQ: 3-band (high/low shelving, peaking mid) with variable low-cut 20–400 Hz.

System Processing

• Dynamics & FX: Compressors on CH1/CH2, send reverb, voice-over ducker.
• System EQ: 5-band (4 fully parametric + 1 high shelf) on amplifier/main output.
• Timing: Output delay for precise top-to-sub alignment across room layouts.
• Protections: Thermal and RMS with soft limiter for clean output.

Routing & Outputs

• MIX OUT: Program feed from the internal mixer for daisy-chaining or recording.
• CH1 Link Out: Direct pass-through of Input 1 when Link is engaged.
• Stereo Output: Assign left/right to paired AX cabinets for wireless stereo rigs.
• Crossover Out: Dedicated sub feed with RCF subwoofer presets.

User Interface & App

• Onboard: Color touch panel with encoder for fast navigation.
• Remote: LiveRemote app (iOS/Android) for mixer, DSP, FX, routing, Bluetooth settings, and preset management.

Wireless Streaming, Pairing, and Range

Class 1 Bluetooth supports stereo streaming and dual-speaker pairing for stereo or dual mono—useful where cabling is limited by architecture or access.

Onboard Mixing, Dynamics, and FX

The internal mixer adds compressors on CH1/CH2, per-channel EQ, global 5-band system EQ, reverb, and a ducker for clear announcements over music. Save and recall show setups from the panel or the app.

Coverage Consistency and Voicing

The True Resistive Waveguide maintains a 100° × 60° pattern. A 1.75" compression driver crosses to a 12" woofer at 1600 Hz, while FiRPHASE and Bass Motion Control keep transients intact and lows controlled at high level.

Connectivity and System Workflow

Dual combo XLR/TRS inputs with +48V, stereo mini-jack, MIX OUT, CH1 Link, STEREO OUTPUT, and CROSSOVER OUT cover common show flows and fast tops-and-subs integration.

Power Platform and Reliability

The 2100W Class-D bi-amp is convection cooled for silent operation; protection includes thermal and RMS with a soft limiter. The PP composite cabinet uses internal reinforcement and provides top and side handles plus multiple rigging points.

How to Deploy RCF ART 912-AX in the Field

Pole-mount on a 35 mm stand to position the horn above audience heads and aim the 60° vertical pattern toward the back row. For satellite-over-sub rigs, use CROSSOVER OUT with the appropriate RCF sub preset, then apply output delay to time-align tops and subs at the audience plane.

• Wireless stereo: Pair two AX cabinets for L/R and trim balance in the app; keep MIX OUT cabling as a hard-wired fallback when RF is dense.
• Speech-first scenes: Engage the ducker for announcements and apply light compression on CH1/CH2.
• Room control: Use channel low-cuts (20–400 Hz) for mics; use the 5-band system EQ to tame modal buildup.
• Monitor use: Place as a wedge and notch only problem bands rather than over-EQing channels.
• Rigging: Use specified M10 points and approved accessories; follow manufacturer guidance for safe suspension.

From Chicago ballrooms to outdoor plazas, ART 912-AX deploys fast and dials in even faster.

Why Choose the RCF ART 912-AX from AVMaxx

We equip Chicago DJs and event pros with rigs that scale cleanly and set up quickly. Expect pairing advice for tops, subs, poles, and cabling, plus app-level guidance that shortens soundcheck and keeps shows on schedule.

• Field-tested guidance: Practical routing, EQ, and delay tips that translate to cleaner shows.
• Scalable builds: Start with a pair of 912-AX and expand to larger rooms with matching subs and accessories.
• Responsive support: Pre-sale configuration help and after-sale follow-through protect your calendar.

AVMaxx is your partner for RCF solutions—field-aware recommendations, dependable support, and builds that help Chicago DJs and event pros perform with confidence.

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