Allen & Heath

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Allen & Heath's Expander Audio Rack 48x16 provides an unparalleled level of expandability for Allen & Heath's SQ and dLive digital mixing systems. The Expander Audio Rack offers 48 additional local mic/line inputs and 16 line outputs to dramatically increase your mixer's I/O capabilities for large-scale productions. With a rugged yet lightweight 2U rackmount chassis, the Expander Audio Rack seamlessly integrates into your existing setup and provides a plug-and-play experience thanks to automatic configuration with your SQ or dLive mixer.

48 Additional Mic/Line Inputs For Maximum Flexibility

The Expander Audio Rack's 48 local mic/line inputs provide an enormous amount of additional connectivity for your shows. Use the extra inputs to patch in instruments, microphones, playback devices and more for a vast input selection that can handle even the largest productions. Each input offers phantom power, gain control and routing directly from your SQ or dLive mixer for a seamless feel.

16 Extra Line Outputs For Increased Signal Routing

With 16 additional balanced line outputs, the Expander Audio Rack dramatically increases your signal routing capabilities. Send mixes, groups, AUXes and more to additional destinations like stage monitors, broadcast trucks, recording setups and other equipment. Each output provides flexible routing options directly from your mixer as well as delay compensation for tight timing across all your outputs.

Plug and Play Integration With Your Mixer

Connecting the Expander Audio Rack to your Allen & Heath SQ or dLive digital mixer automatically configures the unit to work as a natural extension of your mixer. All I/O shows up instantly on your mixer surface, and any routing or mixing you do on your mixer is automatically handled by the Expander Audio Rack. With Ethernet connectivity, the Expander Audio Rack provides a dependable, low-latency connection to your mixer for a seamless feel as if the extra I/O was built right into your mixer.

Rugged and Road-Ready Design

Housed in a durable yet lightweight 2U rackmount chassis, the Expander Audio Rack is built to withstand the demands of touring and permanent installations alike. Redundant power supplies provide maximum reliability, while a steel front panel offers protection for controls and connectors. With its high-density I/O in a small footprint, the Expander Audio Rack delivers professional-grade expandability that's ready to hit the road with you.

Allen & Heath Expander Audio Rack 48x16 for SQ and dLive
Allen & Heath Expander Audio Rack 48x16 for SQ and dLive
Allen & Heath Expander Audio Rack 48x16 for SQ and dLive

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  • 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
  • Compatible with SQ and dLive (firmware 1.9 onwards) systems
  • 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

collapse expand iconWarranty

One year parts and labor warranty.

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