Product Description
Allen & Heath AH-AB-168 Portable AudioRack 16 x 8 Audio Interface Stage Box for GLD and Qu Digital Mixing Systems
AB168 is a 48kHz portable remote AudioRack for use with the GLD, Qu, Avantis and SQ mixers.
Featuring 16 mic preamps with Phantom Power indicators and 8 XLR line outs, AB168 runs on Allen & Heath’s proprietary dSNAKE protocol and is compatible with both the Qu and GLD ranges.
Adding an AB168 to a compatible system allows some or all I/O to be positioned up to 100m from the mixer. The unit connects over a single Cat5 cable to the mixer or AR2412 AudioRack via a secure dSNAKE EtherCon port. A second EtherCon port is provided for daisy-chaining to another AB168 box or connection of a ME personal mixing system. AB168 auto updates its firmware to synchronise with the system.
The rack’s rugged design, including rubber bumpers, renders it highly roadworthy and allows it to be placed on the stage floor during performances. Weighing in at just 4.8kg and featuring a sturdy carry handle, AB168 is also designed for maximum convenience and portability. An optional rack mounting kit is also available.
Features
- 48kHz
- 16 Mic Preamps
- 8 XLR Line Outs
- Expander port for daisy-chaining of 2 AB168 Expanders or connection ME personal mixers
- Optional 19-inch rack mount kit available
- Compatible with CAT5e (or higher) cables of up to 100m
- Rubber bumpers
- Carry handle
Specs
| XLR Mic/Line Inputs | Mic/Line Preamp: Balanced, fully recallable Input Sensitivity: -60 to +15 dBu Analog Gain: +5 to +60 dB, 1 dB steps Pad: -20 dB Maximum Input Level: +32 dBu Input Impedance: > 4 kOhms (pad out), > 10 kOhms (pad in) |
| Mic/Line Channel Noise | (20 Hz to 20 kHz, direct out at unbalanced out) Mic EIN: -127 dB with 150 Ohms source Unity Gain, Pad In: -90 dBu Low Gain, 5 dB, Pad Out: -93 dBu Mid Gain, 30 dB, Pad Out: -89 dBu |
| Mic/Line Channel THD+N | (20 Hz to 20 kHz, direct out at unbalanced out) Unity Gain, Pad In: 0.005%, -86 dBu at 1 kHz, 0 dBu output Low Gain, 5 dB, Pad Out: 0.003%, -89 dBu at 1 kHz, 0 dBu output Mid Gain, 30 dB, Pad Out: 0.004%, -88 dBu at 1 kHz, 0 dBu output |
| XLR Outputs | (Balanced, relay-protected) Output Impedance: < 75 Ohms Nominal Output: +4 dBu = 0 dB meter reading Maximum Output Level: +22 dBu Residual Output Noise: -91 dBu (muted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz) |
| Compatibility | GLD, Qu digital mixing systems AR2412 AudioRack |
| Ports | 1 x dSNAKE port for CAT5 cable link to mixer or AR2412 rack 1 x Expander port for CAT5 cable link to connect additional AB168 rack |
| Power | 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 20 W maximum |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 95° F / 0 to 35° C |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 16.2 x 6.1 x 7.4" / 41.1 x 15.4 x 18.9 cm |
| Weight | 10.6 lb / 4.8 kg |
Please note that this item works with the AH-SQ-5, AH-SQ-6, AH-SQ-7, and AH-AB-168-RK19.
