
Mackie
Mackie DLM12 2000W 12" Powered Loudspeaker
2000W
Studio-grade clarity in a 31-pound cabinet: the DLM12 delivers 2000 watts of transparent Class-D power with an onboard digital mixer built in.
$1,049.99*
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Overview
Key Features
2000W system power via ultra-efficient Class-D amplification
TruSource technology
Mackie designed, vertically-aligned, common-magnet TruSource driver
DL2 Integrated Digital Mixer
Powerful, one-touch digital mixer with bright OLED screen
Specifications
Power Output
2000W
Amplification Type
Class-D
Driver Size
12"
Driver Technology
TruSource
Mixer
DL2 Integrated Digital Mixer
Mixer Screen
Bright OLED
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the integrated DL2 digital mixer actually do, and does it replace a separate mixing console for small gigs?
The DL2 gives you one-touch access to EQ, 16 onboard effects (reverb, chorus, delay), a multi-band feedback destroyer, and six speaker mode presets — directly on the cabinet via OLED screen. For a solo performer or small acoustic act, it can absolutely stand in for a separate console, handling signal shaping at the source.
How does the TruSource driver design affect the sound compared to a conventional two-way speaker?
TruSource uses a vertically-aligned, common-magnet driver where the LF woofer and 1.75-inch HF compression driver share a magnet structure. The practical result is tighter physical alignment between drivers, which reduces phase smear at the crossover point — you hear a more coherent mid-high transition compared to traditional two-way designs.
What input options does the DLM12 support, and can I connect both a mic and a line source simultaneously?
The DLM12 offers two input channels: an XLR/TRS combo jack (handling mic or line) and dual RCA connectors for stereo or instrument sources. You can run a mic and a line-level source simultaneously across the two channels, then blend them using the onboard mixer.
How does the Smart Protect DSP work, and will it cause audible limiting during loud passages?
Smart Protect dynamically monitors the amplifier and driver for overload conditions and pulls back gain before thermal or excursion damage occurs. At performance levels within the cabinet's rated range, it operates transparently — you'd only hear it intervene if you're pushing the speaker well beyond its intended application.
What is the alignment delay function used for in a live sound context?
Alignment delay (up to 300ms) lets you time-align the DLM12 with other speakers in a system — critical when combining it with subwoofers or delay fills. Proper alignment tightens the low-mid transition and prevents comb filtering at crossover frequencies.