The DL153 from MIDAS is a sixteen input, eight output stagebox that delivers the company's legendary sound quality in a cost effective, rugged 19", 2U rack mount chassis. Equipped with sixteen MIDAS microphone preamplifiers with 2.5 dB gain steps, eight balanced line level outputs and dual redundant AES50 network ports, the unit is the ideal partner to the PRO1 and PRO2 digital consoles, significantly increasing the network capacity and number of microphone inputs and analog outputs.

Interface controls and feedback are available via the intuitively laid out front panel. The controls and LED indicators provide ease of use and instant status feedback. All primary connections use high quality balanced XLR connectors and the road-ready unit is ideally suited for mounting in an optional standard flight case.

16 Input/8 Output    16 Mic Preamps with 48V Phantom Power    Dual Redundant AES50 Network Ports    Suitable for PRO1, PRO2 Digital Consoles    Universal Power Supply

Sixteen MIDAS analog microphone preamps with switchable +48V phantom power

Eight active-balanced low-impedance line level outputs

Selectable 96 or 48 kHz sample rate operation

Dual AES50 Neutrik etherCON network ports with LED status indicators

All settings programmable from front panel controls or console

Remote operation up to 100 meters via CAT5 cable

PSU status indicator LEDs and configuration LCD display on front panel

Rugged 2U rack-mount chassis for durability in portable applications

Auto-ranging universal switch-mode power supply

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. So if I'm running a Pro2 at FOH and another Pro2 in MON, I'd need to buy 2 of these to get discrete attenuator control (master/master preamp control) for each console?

A: The DL431 features 3 sets of outputs. The two variable gain preamps are remote controllable from two separate locations, such as front of house and monitor positions. ( rear panel). The front panel is a transformer-isolated split and fixed gain.

Q: 2. does this board have speaker delays?

A: Thank you for your question. At this time there is no speaker delays on the output section.

Q: 3. does this include the console maid card?

A: The Mini Stagebox 16 will ship with an Si series compatible MADI card. Vi series console cards are available separately.

Q: 4. Audio-Technica Consumer ATR2x-USB 3.5mm to USB 2.0 Type-C Audio Adapter?

A: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1518575-REG/audio_technica_consumer_atr2x_usb_atr2x_3_5mm_to_usb.html

Q: 5. Can you connect a Midas DL152 to DL151 to make a digital snake?

A: Unfortunately you cannot daisy chain the Midas DL15x series of I O boxes. The DL15x is intended to be directly connected to the Midas DL371 via the AES50 ports. The DL16 and DL32 IO boxes can be daisy-chained when used with the Midas M32 or Behringer X32 consoles. I have attached these various products for clarification purposes. All of which can be found on the B&H website.

Q: 6. mr18 have deesser plugginn

A: thank you for your question. This unit does not have a primary deesser effect available but you can achieve a similar effect but a combination of EQ and compression.

Q: 7. Hello,I need a lightweight battery powered preamp. It will be used for nature sounds recording with a matched pair Rode NT5 and a Tascam DP008EX recorder. This preamp doesn't have XLR outs bu 1/4'', and the recorder has 2 1/4'' inputs. Is it possible to use this preamp with my recorder?Thanks!Dani

A: Hi Dani,Yes, you can use the 1/4 outputs from the preamplifier to directly drive the 1/4 inputs in your recorder. you only need to buy or build two simple cables with plugs at both ends. As far as signal voltage levels are concerned, I don't expect any problem because you can comfortably adjust the preamplifier monitor level to prevent saturation of your recorder inputs (by the way, the 1/4 outputs and the 1/8 outputs both depend on the monitor knob). As far as equalization is concerned, I don't expect a problem either, assuming the recorder inputs have a flat response - i.e. are not designed for musical instruments (if the latter applies, you might need re-equalization during recording or playback, but I'd not consider this as a drawback). Therefore, this wonderful preamplifier meets your needs. Cheers from Italy.

Q: 8. Me podran explicar lo del upgrade para los cables Cat 5. Puedo conectar con cualquier cable UTP CAT 5 o tiene que ser uno especial?Muchas gracias!

A: El fabricante Soundcraft recomienda cable CAT-5e, sin blindaje, de cobre solido. Usted puede considerar el producto #CO5E3501KBK de la compaa Comprehensive para su uso.

Q: 9. Will the Samson RDX2 receiver pair with the PXD2 wireless Go mic transmitter? Thanks

A: This is the receiver for that bodypack. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1502496-REG/samson_swgmmr_go_mic_mobile_receiver.html

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