Numark

Numark Kick12 12-Inch Keyboard Instrument Amplifier

3.4 (18 reviews)
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Amplify Your Sound with Alto Professional Kick 12The Alto Professional Kick 12 is a professional 12-inch keyboard and instrument amplifier designed for superior sound and versatile performance. With a built-in mixer and Alesis effects, it's perfect for keyboardists, drummers, and solo performers....

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Overview

Amplify Your Sound with Alto Professional Kick 12

The Alto Professional Kick 12 is a professional 12-inch keyboard and instrument amplifier designed for superior sound and versatile performance. With a built-in mixer and Alesis effects, it's perfect for keyboardists, drummers, and solo performers.

Specifications:

  • Brand: Numark
  • Model: Kick12
  • Type: Professional Keyboard and Instrument Amplifier
  • Speaker Size: 12-inch low-frequency transducer, 1-inch compression driver
  • Power: 400 Watts peak power, 200 Watts continuous
  • Mixer: 4-channel mixer with stereo line inputs
  • EQ: 2-band EQ per channel
  • Effects: 256 Alesis DSP effects (16 effects with 16 variations each)
  • Inputs: XLR input on Channel 1, Stereo RCA input
  • Outputs: Dual XLR and 1/4" Mix outputs, 1/4" headphone output
  • Features: Angled speaker baffle, Integrated folding steel kickstand, Ground Lift switch, Footswitch jack

Key Features

Professional electronic instrument amplifier with 12-inch speaker; optimized for keyboards, electronic percussion and small PA use.

4-channel mixer with stereo line inputs on each channel and an XLR input on Channel 1; 400 Watts peak power, 200 Watts continuous

True bi-amped design provides dedicated power to high and low drivers

256 effect presets: 16 effects with 16 variations each

Integrated folding steel kickstand provides the ideal monitoring angle

Specifications

Speaker Size
12-Inch
Power Output (Peak)
400 Watts
Power Output (Continuous)
200 Watts
Mixer Channels
4
Input Types
Stereo Line Inputs (each channel), XLR Input (Channel 1)
Effects Presets
256 (16 effects with 16 variations)
Design Type
True Bi-Amped
Monitoring Feature
Integrated Folding Steel Kickstand
Optimized For
Keyboards, Electronic Percussion, Small PA Use

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Optimized for keyboards, electronic percussion, and small PA use, making it versatile for various musicians.
  • Features a 4-channel mixer with stereo line inputs on each channel, allowing for multiple instrument connections.
  • Equipped with an XLR input on Channel 1, suitable for microphones or other professional audio sources.
  • Boasts 400 Watts peak power and 200 Watts continuous power, delivering substantial sound output.
  • Includes an integrated folding steel kickstand, providing an ideal monitoring angle for performers.

👎 Cons

  • The 256 effect presets are a fixed set of 16 effects with 16 variations, which might limit customization for some users.
  • While offering 400 Watts peak power, the continuous power is 200 Watts, which is the more relevant metric for sustained performance.
  • The 12-inch speaker size is specific, and some users might prefer a different speaker configuration for their particular needs.
  • The amplifier's primary focus on keyboards and electronic percussion may not fully satisfy guitarists or bassists.
  • The folding steel kickstand is a convenient feature, but it's a fixed angle, not adjustable to multiple positions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Numark Kick12 amplifier is optimized for electronic instruments such as keyboards, electronic percussion, and is also suitable for small PA use.
This amplifier features a 4-channel mixer, with stereo line inputs available on each channel for connecting multiple instruments.
Yes, Channel 1 of the mixer includes an XLR input, making it suitable for connecting microphones.
The Numark Kick12 delivers 400 Watts of peak power and 200 Watts of continuous power, providing robust sound for performances.
Yes, it includes an integrated folding steel kickstand that provides an ideal monitoring angle for the performer.
The amplifier comes with 256 effect presets, consisting of 16 different effects each with 16 variations.