Midas DL16 Digital Stage Box

Superior audio fidelity with Midas preamps

The DL16 is equipped with 16 Midas PRO microphone preamplifiers, ensuring outstanding sound quality with crystal-clear audio capture. Each preamp supports switchable +48 V phantom power, catering to both dynamic and condenser microphones. This feature is critical for live sound engineers and recording studios demanding high fidelity and consistency in audio quality, providing a reliable foundation for both live performances and studio recordings.

Advanced connectivity for versatile setups

Featuring dual AES50 SuperMAC ports, the DL16 offers massive connectivity options, allowing for cascading additional DL-series stageboxes without the need for a merger or router. This setup flexibility is enhanced by ULTRANET networking capabilities, which facilitate direct connections to personal monitoring systems and compatible Turbosound speaker systems. The inclusion of dual ADAT outputs enables integration with outboard equipment, expanding routing possibilities and making the DL16 a central hub for complex audio setups.

Designed for demanding environments

The DL16’s rugged 2U rackmount chassis is built to withstand the demands of touring and permanent installations. Its fanless design ensures silent operation, crucial in live sound and studio environments. Additionally, the DL16’s compact form factor makes it ideal for venues where space is at a premium, providing exceptional performance without occupying excessive rack space.

Remote control and monitoring for efficient workflows

Remote operation capabilities of the DL16 streamline sound checks and adjustments, allowing engineers to control settings directly from the front panel or a connected console. The stage box’s design facilitates quick and accurate setup, with status indicator LEDs and a headphones output for convenient on-stage monitoring. This combination of remote controllability and direct signal monitoring is invaluable for ensuring optimal sound levels and system functionality during live events.

Features

• Equipped with 16 of Midas’ award-winning Midas Pro microphone preamplifiers
• Each preamp features switchable 48V phantom power
• 8 electronically-balanced low-impedance line-level outputs
• ULTRANET Personal Monitoring System connectivity is ideal for in-ear monitoring applications
• Digital audio and control connectivity for Turbosound speaker systems with ULTRANET networking capabilities
• Dual AES50 SuperMAC ports for cascading additional stageboxes – no merger or router required
• Dual ADAT outputs provide 16-channel digital outputs on two optical Toslink connectors
• Capable of remote operation via shielded CAT5e cable (up to 100m / 330ft in length)
• All settings are programmable from the front panel controls or through your console
• Status indicator LEDs on the front panel provide convenient visual feedback
• Headphone output that can be assigned to any of the inputs or outputs for on-stage monitoring
• MIDI In/Out for bi-directional communication between Midas M32 Series consoles and on-stage MIDI devices
• Neutrik EtherCON AES50 and ULTRANET network ports
• Rugged 2U rackmount chassis ensures optimal durability for portable applications
• Auto-ranging universal switch-mode power supply for worldwide operation (100 to 240V)
• Designed and engineered in the United Kingdom

Specifications

• A/D Converters: 114dB dynamic range (A-weighted) (8-channel, 24-bit at 44.1/48kHz)
• D/A Converters: 120dB dynamic range (A-weighted) (stereo, 24-bit at 44.1/48kHz)
• Networked I/O Latency: 1.1ms (stagebox in > console processing > stagebox out)
• Programmable Mic Preamps: 16 (XLR inputs)
• XLR Outputs: 8
• Headphone Outputs: 1 (mono) (1/4” TRS)
• AES50 Ports: 2 (SuperMAC)
• P-16 Connector: 1 (ULTRANET, no power supplied)
• MIDI Inputs: 1
• MIDI Outputs: 1
• ADAT Toslink Outputs: 2 (2 x 8 Ch)
• USB Ports: 1 (type-B, rear panel, for system updates)
• Mic Input THD+Noise:
  • Unity Gain, 0dBu Out:
  • +40dB Gain, 0dBu Out:
• XLR Input Impedance:
  • Unbalanced: 10k Ohms
  • Balanced: 10k Ohms
• Phantom Power: 48V, switchable per input
• Equivalent Input Noise: -125dBu, 22Hz – 22kHz unweighted (at +40dB gain, 150R source)
• CMRR:
  • XLR at Unity Gain: >70dB (typical)
  • XLR at 40dB Gain: >90dB (typical)
• Frequency Response: 0 to -1dB 20Hz to 20kHz (at 48kHz sample rate)
• Dynamic Range: 107dB (22Hz – 22kHz unweighted) (analogue in to analogue out)
• A/D Dynamic Range: 109dB (22Hz – 22kHz unweighted) (preamp and converter, typical)
• D/A Dynamic Range: 110dB (22Hz – 22kHz unweighted) (converter and output, typical)
• Crosstalk Rejection: 100dB (at 1kHz, adjacent channels)
• XLR Output Level:
  • Nominal: +4dBu
  • Maximum: +21dBu
• XLR Output Impedance:
  • Unbalanced: 50 Ohms
  • Balanced: 50 Ohms
• Headphone Output Impedance: 40 Ohms (mono)
• Headphone Output Level: +21dBu (mono)
• XLR Output Residual Noise Level: -86dBu, 22Hz – 22kHz unweighted (out 1-8 XLR, unity gain)
• Display: 4-digit, 7-segment, LED
• Front Status LEDs:
  • AES50-A, reg/green
  • AES50-B, red/green
  • HA Locked, red
  • SN Master, green
  • Splitter, orange
  • Out +16, orange
  • Out +8, orange
• Meter Indicators: Sig, -30dB, -18dB, -12dB, -9dB. -6dB, -3dB, Clip
• Rear Panel Indicators: Splitter mode, orange
• Power Supply: 100-240V (50/60Hz) auto-ranging
• Dimensions: 482mm x 225mm x 89mm / 19” x 8.9” x 3.5”
• Weight: 4.7kg / 10.4lbs
• Product code: DL16