MIDAS DL16｜16-in 8-out AES50 Digital Stage Box, Professional Preamps on the Go
The MIDAS DL16 is a 2U 19-inch digital stage box designed for live performance and recording integration, featuring 16 MIDAS microphone preamps and 8 balanced XLR outputs. Dual AES50 networks allow seamless expansion with compatible digital mixers, and ADAT and ULTRANET provide options for personal monitoring and multi-system workflows. Rugged and durable, with flexible installation.
Key Product Features
- 16 MIDAS mic preamps with remote gain control and +48V phantom power control
- 8 balanced analog XLR outputs, suitable for front-of-house, foldback, and recording feeds
- Dual AES50 network connections, daisy-chainable for expansion and seamless integration with compatible host consoles
- Two ADAT optical outputs (1–8, 9–16) for easy connection to audio interfaces or external converters
- ULTRANET personal monitoring port, direct connection to the P16 series personal monitoring system
- MIDI In/Out ports, supporting external control and automation integration
- Supports 44.1 / 48 kHz, 24-bit digital audio for high resolution and low latency
- Durable metal chassis, standard 19-inch 2U rack design for easy installation and maintenance
- Built-in auto-switching universal power supply (100–240 V AC)
Specifications
| Brand / Model | MIDAS DL16 |
| Type | 16-in / 8-out AES50 Remote Stage I/O |
| Analog Inputs | 16 x XLR (MIDAS mic preamps, remote gain, +48V) |
| Analog Outputs | 8 x XLR (balanced) |
| Digital Network | 2 x AES50 (RJ45 etherCON, daisy-chainable) |
| ADAT Optical | 2 x TOSLINK (channels 1–8, 9–16) |
| Personal Monitoring | 1 x ULTRANET (RJ45, compatible with P16 series) |
| MIDI | 1 x MIDI In, 1 x MIDI Out (5-pin DIN) |
| Sample Rate / Bit Depth | 44.1 / 48 kHz, 24-bit |
| Rack Size | 19-inch 2U |
| Power | Built-in universal power supply 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Compatibility | Compatible with digital mixers using AES50 (e.g., Midas M32 / Behringer X32, etc.) |
