High-Quality Microphone Preamplifiers: The Midas DL-8 Stage Box features 8 award-winning Midas PRO microphone preamplifiers. These preamps are renowned for their superior audio quality and are equipped with switchable +48 V phantom power, making them suitable for a wide range of microphones. This ensures crystal-clear sound capture and optimal performance.

Balanced Line Level Outputs: The stage box provides 8 electronically balanced low impedance line level outputs. These outputs deliver a clean and stable signal, crucial for maintaining audio integrity across various applications. This feature is ideal for distributing audio signals to different components of your sound system.

Power and Connectivity Options: The DL-8 is powered via AES50 PoE from compatible Midas hubs or through its internal switched mode power supply. This flexibility in power options ensures reliable operation in various settings. Additionally, it includes dual AES50 SuperMAC ports, which allow for the cascading of additional stage boxes without the need for external merging or routing devices.

Integrated ULTRANET Distribution Hub: An integrated ULTRANET distribution hub is a key feature of the DL-8. This hub enables the connection of two personal monitoring mixers or Turbosound speaker systems, providing seamless integration and expanding your audio system’s capabilities. ULTRANET technology ensures low-latency, high-quality audio transmission over standard CAT5 cables.

Durability and Build Quality: The DL-8 is built with a rugged chassis designed to withstand the demands of both installation and on-stage use. It includes rack ears and protection bumpers, offering enhanced durability and ease of handling. The Neutrik etherCON AES50 network ports provide reliable and secure connectivity, ensuring stable performance in professional environments.

Remote Operation and Flexibility: The stage box supports remote operation via a shielded CAT5e cable, extending up to 330 feet. This allows for flexible placement and operation in various setups. The auto-ranging universal switch-mode power supply adds to the unit’s adaptability, accommodating different power sources and ensuring consistent performance.

Specifications

• Processing: 24-bit @ 44.1 / 48 kHz, 114 dB dynamic range (A-weighted)
• Networked I/O Latency: 1.1 ms
• Mic Inputs: 8 x XLR/TRS combo, balanced
• Line Outputs: 8 x XLR, balanced
• ULTRANET Outputs: 2 x RJ45
• AES50 Ports: 2 x Neutrik etherCON
• USB Port: 1 x Type B for system updates
• Phantom Power: +48 V, switchable per input
• Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 22 kHz, 0 dB to -1 dB
• Dynamic Range: 106 dB, 22 Hz to 22 kHz
• Output Level: +21 dBu, nominal
• ULTRANET Cable Length: < 75 m
• AES50 Cable Length: < 80 m