Amsterdam, Netherlands (September 16, 2026)—At IBC2026, Calrec unveiled Type RT, a new console range that condenses the broadcast audio desk into a compact, self-contained unit, and Apex M6, a 1U modular I/O platform for audio interfacing, routing, bridging and network edge connectivity.
Intended as an entry point into Calrec’s technology, Type RT is intended for use in stadiums/sports venues, radio stations, local TV/podcast studios, corporate events and houses of worship. The company says it combines much of its Argo and Type R platforms in a ready-to-use, self-contained console, offering DSP, control processing, I/O, monitoring and integrated USB audio connectivity.
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Offering 6, 12 or 18 motorized faders, each model shares the same capability, I/O and licensing options, so users can choose the surface size that suits their needs and budget. Dedicated information and metering displays beneath each fader give visual feedback, while the user-configurable control and monitoring panel adapts to how each operator likes to work. Up to 138 assignable buttons, 24 rotary encoders with dedicated displays, three ancillary displays and a 4-inch TFT screen with user-configurable meters put controls and status information where they’re needed.
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Calrec’s Medium Capacity Card delivers native ST2110 AoIP connectivity with support for existing Calrec AoIP boxes; Dante is available via an optional card, MADI via a software license. Type RT combines optional True Control 2.0 for remote production and ImPulseV virtualized DSP in an ultra-compact form factor.
Apex M6 has been designed to expand and extend connectivity across broadcast audio infrastructures, and supports ST2110-30, AES67, Dante, MADI, SDI, Waves SoundGrid AES3 digital formats and analog workflows. The platform can be deployed independently of Calrec consoles, making it a possibility for broadcasters transitioning to IP, expanding existing networks or integrating mixed-format environments. It combines six configurable module slots for existing Calrec I/O cards, with two built-in MADI interfaces included, GPIO and redundant network connectivity.
