I/O Stage Box with 8 Remote-Controllable Midas Preamps, 8 Outputs, AES50 Networking and ULTRANET Monitoring Hub

SD 8

Overview

The Behringer SD8 - I/O Stage Box with 8 Preamps is designed to connect the onstage talent to the Front of House (FOH) console. The stagebox provides 8 remote-controlled Midas-designed preamplifiers as well as eight servo-balanced analog XLR outputs. Two of the programmable inputs are compatible with Hi-Z sources so you can connect keyboards, acoustic, and bass guitars, etc. A USB port is included for fast and easy system updates via your PC.

An integrated 2-port Ultranet distribution hub is included for direct connection to the company's P16-M personal monitor mixers without the need for any additional hard wire. The compact unit features rugged protective bumpers and the option to be rack mounted using the included rack ears.

A single Cat 5e cable connects the stagebox, and up to three stageboxes can be cascaded together for a total of 24 inputs and 24 balanced outputs. An onboard Ultranet distribution hub provides power and 8 channels of audio to two of the company's Powerplay P16-M personal monitor mixers.

Features

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

• 8 analog, servo-balanced XLR outputs

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

• 2-port ULTRANET distribution hub for powered connection of 2 Behringer P16-M personal monitoring mixers

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

• Rack ears and protection bumpers included for installed and mobile applications

• Dual AES50 ports for cascading multiple units—no merger or router required

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

• USB connector for system updates via PC

• Ultra-compact and roadworthy, all-steel chassis

Whats in the Box

• Behringer SD8 - I/O Stage Box with 8 Preamps

• Power Cord

• Rack Ears

• Protection Bumpers