Product Description
PreSonus NSB 8.88x8 AVB Stagebox
Inputs and Outputs wherever you need them
The PreSonus® NSB 8.8 networked stage box lets you put your analog I/O for your StudioLive® Series III digital mixer wherever you need it. Equipped with eight digitally controlled XMAX mic preamps, eight balanced line-level inputs, and eight analog outputs, the NSB 8.8 integrates seamlessly into StudioLive Series III digital mixers with a single Ethernet connection. Remote control input trims, phantom power, and more directly from your StudioLive Series III console or from UC Surface remote mixing software on your tablet or laptop.
Powerful Connectivity that’s designed to be Shared
The NSB 8.8 networked stage box is loaded with eight versatile locking combo jacks. Connect your microphones to the digitally controlled XMAX preamps or use the balanced ¼-inch TRS inputs to connect your line-level devices—the NSB 8.8 can handle it all. The inputs can be sent to any StudioLive Series III digital mixer on the network, and thanks to gain compensation, every mixer gets individual gain control without affecting the front-of-house mix.
Rugged Stage Box, flexible installation
PreSonus built the NSB 8.8 inside a rugged steel chassis with sturdy handles designed to survive the rigors of the most demanding tours. The NSB 8.8 is also install-friendly: Just remove the handles and attach the optional rackmount kit, and your NSB 8.8 can be racked in your studio or backstage. For permanent installations, the NSB 8.8 is also compatible with stage pockets from Ace Backstage.
A complete Networked Solution
StudioLive Series III networked products form an ecosystem that is easily expanded and quickly configured. Designed to enhance each other, these products are at the forefront of AVB networking technology. The NSB 8.8 can be used alone or with many other NSB-series stage boxes to add remote audio to one StudioLive Series III digital mixer or multiple mixers on the same network. For StudioLive Series III mixers that have limited onboard analog I/O, the NSB 8.8 provides a simple expansion to a full 32- or 64-channel mixing system.
Features
- 8x8 network stage box for StudioLive Series III console mixers
- 8 digitally controlled XMAX mic/line inputs with gain compensation for shared streams
- 8 line outputs
- Easy configuration from StudioLive Series III console mixers and UC Surface
- Built-in 2-port AVB switch with locking Ethernet connections for easy point-to-point and daisy-chain network configurations
- Rugged all-metal stage box enclosure
- Optional rack ears
Technical Specifications
Microphone Preamplifier | |
|---|---|
| Input Type | XLR Female, balanced |
| Frequency Response to Main Output (at unity gain) | 20-20 kHz, ±0.5 dBu |
| Input Impedance | 1 kΩ |
| THD to Main Output | <0.005%, +4 dBu, 20-20 kHz, unity gain, unwtd |
| S/N Ratio to Main Output (Ref = +4 dB, 20 kHz BW, unity gain, A-wtd) | 94 dB |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio (1 kHz at unity gain) | 65 dB |
| Gain Control Range (±1 dB) | 0 dB to +60 dB |
| Maximum Input Level (unity gain) | +12 dBu |
| Phantom Power (±2 VDC) | 48 VDC, switchable per channel |
Line Inputs | |
|---|---|
| Type | ¼” TRS Female, balanced |
| Frequency Response to Main Output (at unity gain) | 20-20 kHz, ±0.5 dBu |
| Input Impedance | 10 kΩ |
| THD to Main Output | <0.005%, +4 dBu, 20-20 kHz, unity gain, unwtd |
| S/N Ratio to Main Output (Ref = +4 dB, 20 kHz BW, unity gain, A-wtd) | 94 dB |
| Maximum Input Level | +18 dBu |
XLR Outputs | |
|---|---|
| Type | XLR Male, balanced |
| Maximum Output Level | +24 dBu, ±0.5 dBu |
| Output Impedance | 100Ω |
Digital Audio | |
|---|---|
| ADC Dynamic Range | 115 dB (A-wtd, 48 kHz) |
| DAC Dynamic Range | 115 dB (A-wtd, 48 kHz) |
| AVB Audio Network Ports | Locking XLR Ethernet |
| Sampling Rate | 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz |
Power | |
|---|---|
| Connector | Locking IEC |
| Input-Voltage Range | 90 to 230 VAC (±10%) |
Physical |
|
| Height | 5.2” (132 mm) |
| Width | 16.7” (424 mm) |
| Depth | 4.5” (114 mm) |
| Weight |
5.4 lbs. (2.4 kg) |
