MIDAS DL32 | 32-input 16-output AES50 digital stage box with classic MIDAS preamps
The MIDAS DL32 is a 32-in 16-out digital stage box designed for live sound reinforcement and recording, equipped with 32 renowned MIDAS microphone preamps that send low-latency stage signals back to the console via AES50. Built-in ULTRANET and ADAT optical outputs make personal monitoring and system expansion easy; the rugged 3U rackmount design suits a variety of applications within the M32 and X32 ecosystems.
Key Features
- 32 MIDAS-grade remotely controllable microphone preamps, offering refined dynamics and +48V phantom power
- 16 balanced XLR analog outputs for mains, auxiliaries, and monitor sends
- Dual AES50 network connections (Neutrik etherCON) for linking to consoles and daisy-chaining additional stage boxes
- ULTRANET (P16) personal monitoring port for quickly building wired personal monitoring systems
- Dual ADAT optical outputs (8 channels per port) for digital distribution or recording redundancy
- Front-panel headphone monitoring output with volume control for quick on-site checks and troubleshooting
- Front-panel MUTE ALL output safety switch for added security when changing cabling or settings
- Fully compatible with MIDAS M32 / Behringer X32 series, allowing remote control of gain and routing from the console
- Uses CAT5e cable for long-distance transmission (up to approximately 100 m), offering flexible installation
- 3U 19-inch rackmount metal chassis and universal power supply, suitable for touring and permanent installations
Specifications
| Brand | MIDAS |
| Model | DL32 |
| Product Type | 32×16 AES50 digital stage box (Stage Box) |
| Microphone Preamps | 32 MIDAS remotely controllable microphone preamps, supporting +48V phantom power |
| Analog Inputs | 32 x XLR (balanced, mic/line) |
| Analog Outputs | 16 x XLR (balanced, line) |
| Digital Outputs | 2 x ADAT optical (8 channels per port, mapping to outputs 1–8, 9–16) |
| Network Audio | 2 x AES50 (Neutrik etherCON), for console/stage box daisy-chaining |
| Personal Monitoring | 1 x ULTRANET (RJ45, P16 series) |
| Monitor Output | 1 x 1/4-inch headphone output (front-panel volume control) |
| Sample Rate / Resolution | 44.1 / 48 kHz, 24-bit |
| Cable Distance | AES50 over CAT5e up to approx. 100 m (varies with cable and environment) |
| Chassis | 3U 19-inch rackmount metal chassis |
| Power | Built-in auto-switching power supply (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) |
| Compatibility | MIDAS M32 / Behringer X32 series consoles and related ecosystem |
