Allen & Heath
Allen & Heath GX4816, 48x16 Portable DX Expander
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Expand Your Mixing Capabilities with the Allen & Heath GX4816The Allen & Heath GX4816 is a portable audio expander that provides a significant increase in I/O for your A&H dLive or SQ mixing console. Offering 48 inputs with high-quality microphone preamps and 16 XLR line outputs, this...
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Overview
Expand Your Mixing Capabilities with the Allen & Heath GX4816
The Allen & Heath GX4816 is a portable audio expander that provides a significant increase in I/O for your A&H dLive or SQ mixing console. Offering 48 inputs with high-quality microphone preamps and 16 XLR line outputs, this expander ensures pristine audio quality at 96kHz resolution. The inclusion of DX expansion ports allows for even greater expansion possibilities.
- Inputs: 48 Microphone Preamps
- Outputs: 16 XLR Line Outputs
- Sample Rate: 96kHz
- Expansion: 2 DX Expansion Ports
- Compatibility: A&H dLive and SQ Mixing Consoles
Key Features
96kHz Digital I/O Expansion for A&H dLive SQ Mixing Consoles
2 DX Expansion Ports
48-input/16-output
with 48 Mic Pres
Phantom Power
Specifications
Model
GX4816 DX Expander
Input Channels
48
Output Channels
16
Mic Preamps
48
Phantom Power
Yes
Digital I/O Sample Rate
96kHz
Expansion Ports
2 DX Expansion Ports
Compatibility
A&H dLive SQ Mixing Consoles
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers 48 inputs and 16 outputs, providing extensive connectivity for complex audio setups.
- Features 48 high-quality microphone preamps, suitable for capturing a large number of sound sources.
- Includes Phantom Power on its inputs, enabling the use of condenser microphones and active DIs.
- Designed for 96kHz digital I/O expansion, ensuring high-resolution audio processing for professional applications.
- Equipped with two DX Expansion Ports for flexible integration with Allen & Heath dLive SQ mixing consoles.
- Portable design makes it suitable for both studio and live sound environments requiring frequent setup and teardown.
👎 Cons
- This unit is specifically designed as a DX Expander for Allen & Heath dLive SQ Mixing Consoles, limiting compatibility with other systems.
- Detailed specifications on the quality of the 48 microphone preamps (e.g., EIN, dynamic range) are not provided.
- The power supply requirements for the unit are not listed, which is a practical consideration for integration.
- Physical dimensions and weight are not specified, making it harder to assess its true portability and rack space needs.
- Latency performance for the 96kHz digital I/O is not explicitly stated.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many inputs and outputs does the Allen & Heath GX4816 offer?
The Allen & Heath GX4816 provides 48 inputs and 16 outputs, making it suitable for expanding the I/O capabilities of compatible mixing consoles.
Does the GX4816 have microphone preamps, and does it supply phantom power?
Yes, it features 48 microphone preamps, and phantom power is available, allowing for the connection of various microphone types, including condensers.
What is the digital I/O sample rate supported by this expander?
The GX4816 supports 96kHz digital I/O expansion, ensuring high-resolution audio quality for professional applications.
With which mixing consoles is the Allen & Heath GX4816 compatible?
This portable DX Expander is specifically designed for use with Allen & Heath dLive SQ Mixing Consoles, connecting via its two DX Expansion Ports.
What is the purpose of the two DX Expansion Ports on the GX4816?
The two DX Expansion Ports facilitate integration and expand the digital I/O capabilities when used with compatible Allen & Heath dLive SQ mixing consoles.
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