Digico SD9
Digico SD12
| Specification | DiGiCo SD9 | DiGiCo SD12 96 |
|---|---|---|
| Channels | 96 Input Channels | 96 Input Channels |
| Mic/Line Inputs | 8 | 8 |
| Line Outputs | 8 | 8 |
| AES/EBU I/O | 4 Mono | 8 Mono |
| MADI I/O | Single | Dual |
| D-Rack/D-Rack Ports | Dual D-Rack Ports | N/A |
| DMI Option Card Slots | N/A | Dual DMI Slots |
| Auxiliary/Subgroup Buses | 48 | 48 |
| Master Bus | LR/CR with 12 x 8 Matrix | LR/CR with 12 x 8 Matrix |
| Faders | 24 Touch-sensitive, Motorized | 26 Touch-sensitive, Motorized |
| Touchscreens | Single 15-inch | Dual 15-inch |
| Effects Processing | Comprehensive on Inputs/Outputs | Comprehensive on Inputs/Outputs |
| Sample Rate | 48kHz/96kHz | 48kHz/96kHz |
| Additional Features | VGA Display Output, Ultra-bright LED Meters | DiGiCo Lightbar, Integrated Recording Interface, DVI Display Output, Ultra-bright LED Meters |
| Expandability | With D-Rack for up to 72 Mic Inputs | With DMI Option Cards for Various Formats |
Digico SD9 and SD12 Price Tracker
Prices updated Fri, August 21st, 2026.
Major Differences Between the SD9 and SD12
- Screen Configuration: The SD9 has a single 15-inch touchscreen, while the SD12 96 has two 15-inch touchscreens.
- I/O Flexibility: The SD12 96 includes dual MADI I/O and eight mono AES/EBU inputs/outputs, compared to the SD9's single MADI and four mono AES/EBU, offering greater connectivity options.
- Expandability: The SD12 96 provides expandability through dual DMI option card slots, which can accomodate a wide range of formats like Dante, Waves SoundGrid, and more, while the SD9 uses dual D-Rack ports for expansion.
- Faders: The SD12 96 has two additional faders (total of 26) for more direct control.
- Additional Features: The SD12 96 includes an integrated recording interface, a DiGiCo Lightbar for optimal visibility, and a state-of-the-art DVI display output, differentiating it further from the SD9's feature set.
Similarities Between the two Mixers
- Channel Capacity: Both consoles have 96 input channels.
- High-Resolution Audio: Support for 48kHz/96kHz sample rates ensures high-quality sound reproduction and recording.
- Digital Effects Processing: Each mixer boasts robust processing across inputs and outputs, including EQ, dynamics, and various stereo effects.
- Fader Control: Touch-sensitive, motorized faders on both models give you very precise control over your mix.
- Buses: 48 auxiliary/subgroup buses and a comprehensive LR/CR master bus with a full processing matrix are standard on both consoles.
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