{"product_id":"midas-dl16-i-o-stage-box-with-16-preamps","title":"Midas DL16 I\/O Stage Box with 16 Preamps","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMidas DL16 I\/O Stage Box with 16 Preamps\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003ch2\u003e16 MIDAS mic preamps and 8 outputs in a compact AES50 stage box\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Midas DL16 is a 16-input, 8-output digital stage box designed as the primary stage I\/O companion for Midas M32 series consoles. Equipped with 16 fully programmable, remotely controllable MIDAS mic preamps and 8 electronically balanced XLR returns, the DL16 places high-quality inputs directly at the stage position with a single AES50 CAT5 cable connection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUp to three DL16 units can be daisy-chained on a single AES50 port, providing 48 input channels and 24 output paths without an additional router. Combined with the M32's dual AES50 ports, this enables up to 96 input channels in a single system. All preamp parameters including gain, phantom power, and pad are controllable from the connected console.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e16 fully programmable MIDAS mic preamps with remote control\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e8 electronically balanced XLR outputs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAES50 connectivity via single shielded CAT5 cable\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDaisy-chain up to 3 units per AES50 port for 48 inputs and 24 outputs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndividual phantom power and pad switching per channel\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Midas M32, M32R, M32C, and other AES50-equipped consoles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eProfessional Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrimary stage box for Midas M32 series console systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLive sound input distribution for venues, festivals, and touring\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstalled sound systems in houses of worship, theaters, and clubs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpanded input capacity through daisy-chaining multiple units\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitor mix output distribution at the stage position\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSystem Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe DL16 connects directly to Midas M32 series consoles via AES50 using a single shielded CAT5 cable. Up to three DL16 units can be daisy-chained per AES50 port, and the M32's dual AES50 ports support a total of six DL16 units for maximum I\/O expansion. The DL16 is also compatible with other Midas DL-series stage boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow many DL16 units can be daisy-chained?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eUp to three DL16 units can be daisy-chained on a single AES50 port, providing 48 inputs and 24 outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat cable does the DL16 require?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe DL16 connects via a single shielded (STP) CAT5 cable using AES50 protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eIs the DL16 compatible with the M32?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes. The DL16 is designed as the primary stage box for Midas M32 series consoles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eRelated Equipment and Workflow Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe DL16 is commonly used with Midas M32, M32 LIVE, M32R, and M32C consoles as the primary stage input solution. Multiple DL16 units can be daisy-chained for expanded I\/O in live, broadcast, and installed sound environments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy Professionals Use This Type of Product\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlaces 16 high-quality MIDAS preamps directly at the stage position\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSingle CAT5 cable replaces multiple analog snake cables\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDaisy-chain capability expands I\/O without additional network hardware\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull remote control of all preamp parameters from the console\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCost-effective stage I\/O solution for M32 console systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Compatibility Information\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Midas DL16 is a 16-input, 8-output digital stage box with MIDAS mic preamps and AES50 networking for live sound, broadcast, and installed audio applications. Compatible with Midas M32 series and other AES50-equipped consoles with daisy-chain capability for expanded I\/O.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIDAS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51205195727126,"sku":"MDS-DL16","price":1049.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/7622\/9910\/files\/1717691405_1823218.jpg?v=1776187794","url":"https:\/\/store.ave.tech\/products\/midas-dl16-i-o-stage-box-with-16-preamps","provider":"AVE Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}