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Behringer S16 16-Input Digital Stage Box
Behringer S16 16-Input Digital Stage Box
Behringer S16 16-Input Digital Stage Box
Behringer S16 16-Input Digital Stage Box
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Behringer S16 16-Input Digital Stage Box

★★★★★4.9 (26 reviews)
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Behringer S16 digital stage box delivers 16 Midas-designed preamps and 8 outputs over a single Ethernet cable to your mixer.

$538.17*$579.00Save 7%
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Overview

The Behringer S16 is a 16-input, 8-output digital stage box built to replace traditional analog snakes in live sound and installed audio environments. Each of its 16 input channels features a Midas-designed mic preamp — the same preamp topology praised in Behringer's X32 and Midas's M32 console lines — delivering clean, low-noise gain suitable for professional live work. All 16 inputs and 8 outputs travel over a single Cat 5e Ethernet cable using the AES50 SuperMAC protocol, eliminating the weight, bulk, and signal degradation of long multi-pair copper snakes.

Because the preamps are digitally controllable, the sound engineer at front-of-house can adjust input gain, pad, and phantom power remotely from a compatible mixer, streamlining soundcheck and making real-time adjustments during a show far more practical. Dual AES50 ports allow multiple S16 units to be daisy-chained for larger productions requiring more than 16 inputs. The rugged steel chassis is built for touring and permanent installation alike. The S16 is purpose-built for the Behringer X32 and Midas M32 ecosystem, so buyers should confirm mixer compatibility before purchasing.

Key Features

16 Midas-designed, fully programmable mic preamps for audiophile sound quality

8 analogue, servo-balanced XLR outputs

AES50 network ports featuring Klark Teknik's SuperMAC networking capability for ultra-low jitter and latency

Remote operation via shielded CAT5e cable up to 330 ft / 100 m length

Digital audio and control connectivity for Turbosound speaker systems with ULTRANET networking capability

Specifications

Inputs
16 (Midas-designed mic preamps)
Outputs
8
Digital Protocol
AES50 (SuperMAC)
Connection
Cat 5e Ethernet

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Midas-designed preamps provide notably clean gain with low noise for this price range
  • Replaces a heavy, bulky analog snake with a single lightweight Ethernet cable run
  • Remote preamp control from the mixer position eliminates trips to the stage during soundcheck
  • 16 inputs and 8 outputs cover most small-to-mid-size live performance needs in one box

👎 Cons

  • Requires an AES50-compatible mixer such as the Behringer X32 or Midas M32 — will not work with analog consoles
  • Only 8 outputs limits monitor send flexibility on larger stages without adding a second unit
  • Relies on a single Ethernet cable for all audio, so cable failure would take down every channel simultaneously

Frequently Asked Questions

The S16 offers 16 mic/line inputs with Midas-designed preamps and 8 line-level outputs.
It connects via AES50 over a standard Cat 5e Ethernet cable, replacing a traditional analog snake with a single digital run.
Yes, the preamp gain and settings are fully programmable and controllable from a compatible digital mixer, so you can adjust levels from front-of-house without walking to the stage.
The S16 uses the AES50 protocol and is designed to work with Behringer X32 and Midas M32 series consoles. It is not a universal stage box for all mixer brands.
Yes, the S16 features dual AES50 ports, allowing multiple units to be linked for expanded input counts on larger stages.

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