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Allen & Heath GX4816 48 Input x 16 Output Audio Expander w/ dLive 96kHz Mic Preamps

(6 customer reviews)

Original price was: $6,199.00.Current price is: $4,999.00.

Allen & Heath GX4816 48 Input x 16 Output Audio Expander w/ dLive 96kHz Mic Preamps. Gear by The Penn Group.

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Description

Allen & Heath GX4816 is a 96kHz audio expander that provides high-input-count remote expansion for SQ, Avantis and dLive mixing systems, and for the AHM-64 audio matrix processor.

Each GX4816 is loaded with 48 dLive mic preamps with independent Phantom Power LED indicators, plus 16 XLR line outputs. Additionally, 2 DX ports are provided for connection to up to 4 DX Expanders for further I/O expansion. Connection to a ME Personal Mixing System is possible via the DX2 socket when used with SQ or Avantis.

GX4816 connects via a single Cat5e cable to an SLink socket on a SQ, Avantis or AHM-64, or to a gigaACE audio network card on a dLive system.

Connection to DX Expanders and the ME Personal Mixing System is also over Cat5e cable.

Features:

  • 48 Mic Preamps on XLR with Phantom Power status LEDs
  • 16 XLR Line Outs
  • 96kHz operation
  • DX1 Port – compatible with a single DX32, or up to 2 DX168/DX164-W expanders
  • DX2/ME Port – compatible with a single DX32, up to 2 DX168/DX164-W expanders, or a ME personal monitoring system (not compatible with AHM-64 or dLive).
  • Compatible with SQ, Avantis, AHM-64 and dLive (dLive requires firmware V1.86 onwards)
  • Multiple GX4816 can be added to a system: Up to 2 GX4816 units can be added to a SQ system, Up to 3 GX4816 units can be added to an Avantis system, Up to 5 GX4816 units can be added to a dLive S Class system, Up to 3 GX4816 units can be added to a dLive C Class system
  • Rack-mounted (5u) or shelf/floor operation
  • Plug and Play – no IP addressing required
  • Compatible with CAT5e (or higher) cables of up to 100m
  • Locking EtherCon ports

Specifications:

  • Inputs
  • Mic/Line XLR Inputs: Balanced XLR, +48V phantom power
  • Mic/Line Preamp: Fully recallable
  • Input Sensitivity: -60 to +15dBu
  • Analog Gain: +5 to +60dB, 1dB step
  • Pad: -20dB Active PAD
  • Input Impedance: >4kΩ (Pad out), >10kΩ (Pad in)
  • Mic EIN: -127dB with 150Ω source
  • Phantom Power Indication: Per socket, internal or external phantom power sensing, triggered at 24V

    Outputs

  • Analog XLR Outputs: Balanced, Relay protected
  • Output Impedance: <75Ω
  • Nominal Output: +4dBu = 0dB meter reading
  • Maximum Output Level: +21dBu
  • Residual Output Noise: -95dBu (muted, 22Hz-22kHz)

    Power/Temperature

  • Mains Voltage Operating Range: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
  • Operating Temperature Range 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
  • Mains Power Consumption: 80W max

    Dimensions and Weights

  • GX4816:18.9″ x 10″ x 9″ x 17.6lbs)
  • GX4816(boxed): 22″ x 15.2″ x 12.2″ x 22lbs

Item Includes:

  • 1x GX4816 expander
  • 1x Getting Started Guide AP11651
  • 1x Safety Sheet
  • 1x IEC mains lead


Additional information

Weight 30.0 lbs

6 reviews for Allen & Heath GX4816 48 Input x 16 Output Audio Expander w/ dLive 96kHz Mic Preamps

  1. noah2312 (verified owner)

    This is the real deal. After trying cheaper alternatives, I finally found something that actually works. Two thumbs up! Love my new Allen & Heath GX4816 48 Input x 16 Output Audio Expander w/ dLive 96kHz Mic Preamps!

  2. Rachel (verified owner)

    Just received this after doing some research and great price for exceptional quality. You really can’t beat this deal.

  3. R. H. (verified owner)

    Using this for my a project and amazing value for money! I can’t believe how much you get for this price.

  4. J. M. (verified owner)

    Picked this up for a few weeks now and absolutely love this product! It exceeded all my expectations and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. Highly recommend!

  5. Debra L. (verified owner)

    Happy with this purchase. It’s well-made and functional. Just shy of perfect.

  6. Grace Phillips (verified owner)

    The Allen & Heath GX4816 48 Input x 16 Output Audio Expander w/ dLive 96kHz Mic Preamps works perfectly. So glad I found this. It’s been a game changer and I use it every single day now.

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