The black Allen & Heath AR2412M provides 24 XLR inputs and 12 XLR outputs when connected to a GLD-80 or GLD-112 mixer. Connection is over a Cat5 cable running Allen & Heath's dSNAKE protocol, allowing the AR2412 to be positioned up to 120m from the mixer. dSNAKE provides control to the remote preamp, and all mic preamps are scene recallable. For larger systems, an AR84 or AB168 AudioRack can be connected to the AR2412 to add up to 16 further XLR inputs and 8 XLR outputs. AR2412 also includes an Aviom Pro16 compatible Monitor port.

Main Stage Rack for GLD or Qu Mixers    24 XLR Inputs    12 XLR Outputs    Connects via Cat5

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this have Bus ?

A: The QU16 has robust mix-bus options, and in addition to the main left/right FOH mix there are 10 other output buses and two dedicated effects buses.

Q: 2. does it come with rack mount ears?

A: Yes, 19" rack ears are included with the Allen & Heath Qu-Pac - 16-In/12-Out Compact Mountable Mixer.

Q: 3. Is this mixer Dante compatible?

A: The Allen & Heath QU-16C Digital Mixer with Dust Cover Kit is not compatible with Dante. You would need the Allen & Heath SQ-5 48-Channel / 36-Bus Digital Mixer with 16+1 Motorized Faders and the Allen & Heath SQ Dante Module for SQ Mixers and AHM-64 Audio Processor for Dante compatibility.

Q: 4. How many rack spaces are needed for these?

A: The Allen & Heath 19 Rack Ear Kit is used to mount the Qu-16 Digital Mixer in a standard 19 rack. Rack mounted the QU-16 requires 11 spaces.

Q: 5. Would you recommend a power conditioner for the AB168 or can I just plug it in the wall on stage?

A: The Allen & Heath AB168 Portable AudioRack 16 x 8 Audio Interface Stage Box can be connected to a wall outlet or you can use a power conditioner like the Furman M-8x2 Merit Series 8 Outlet Power Conditioner & Surge Protector (B&H # FUM8X2).

Q: 6. Is there a Windows 10 app. To control it using a surface pro? Or is it iPad only?

A: Currently, the Qu-Pad app is available only for iOS for the Apple iPad.

Q: 7. Can this be used with a software mixer? Or does it need hardware (eg Allen & Heath Qu-16C Rackmountable Digital Mixer)?

A: The Allen & Heath AB168 Portable AudioRack 16 x 8 Audio Interface Stage Box for GLD and Qu Digital Mixing Systems cannot be used solely with software. The AB168 Portable Audiorack connects to an Allen & Heath mixer over a single Cat5 cable using the company's dSNAKE protocol.

Q: 8. How long is the cord?

A: The manufacturer has not provided any specifications for the length of the power cord that is included with the Allen & Heath AR2412 24x12 Main Remote Stage Rack. We estimate that it is approximately 3- to 6-feet long. If you were referring to CAT5 cable, the maximum length that can be used is 328 feet.

Q: 9. Can I connect an X32 Rack to this console via Cat6?

A: Yes, you can digitally connect your Midas X32 Rack to the Allen & Heath Qu-16C Rackmountable Digital Mixer via a RJ45 Cat-6 connection.

Q: 10. Can this console be mounted to the top of a rolling rack flight case? If so, which one(s) would be compatible?

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