The Midas DN4816-I is a high-performance StageConnect interface engineered to add 16 balanced line-level analog inputs to your FOH or monitor environment. It acts as the ultimate digital bridge for connecting wireless microphone receivers, playback devices, or external audio sources to your network.
Housed in a rugged, space-saving 1U rackmount chassis that beautifully connects modern digital bus networks with legacy stage configuration gear.
$900.00
The Midas DL32 is a current-production digital stage box from Midas Consoles, designed and engineered in England. It has been an industry staple since its introduction in the early 2010s and remains in active production today. The DL32 is part of the Midas DL Series, which also includes the DL16, DL151, DL153, and DL251 models. It is available through authorized dealers including Midas Console USA.
The Midas DL32 is a 32-input, 16-output digital stage box that serves as the critical link between onstage microphones and your front-of-house mixing console . At its core are 32 award-winning Midas PRO microphone preamplifiers — the very same preamp design found in Midas’s flagship PRO Series consoles, widely considered by industry experts as the industry’s best-sounding designs.
Unlike traditional analog snakes that require dozens of individual cables, the DL32 transmits up to 48 bidirectional audio channels over a single shielded CAT5e cable at distances up to 100 meters (328 feet) . This dramatically reduces setup time, eliminates cable clutter, and improves reliability on stage.
The DL32 was initially designed for the Midas M32 Digital Mixing Console, but any mixing board with AES50 networking capability can tap directly into its powerful feature set . Whether you’re running an M32, Behringer X32, or a standalone digital snake, the DL32 delivers professional-grade I/O with legendary Midas sound quality.
32 Midas PRO Microphone Preamplifiers: The DL32 provides 32 remote-controllable Midas PRO mic preamps with switchable +48V phantom power per channel . These preamps are the same design used in Midas’s acclaimed PRO Series consoles, delivering pristine audio capture with exceptional dynamic range.
16 Balanced Analog XLR Outputs: Sixteen electronically balanced low-impedance line-level outputs provide clean, transparent audio returns at the stage end . These outputs are ideal for IEM transmitters, stage monitors, or side fills.
Dual AES50 SuperMAC Ports: Using Klark Teknik’s AES50 technology, the DL32 delivers ultra-low latency (1.1 ms network I/O), accurate phase-aligned clock distribution, and comprehensive error detection . Up to two DL32 units can be cascaded via the built-in AES50 ports, providing connectivity for up to 64 mic/line inputs and 32 balanced outputs — no merger or router required.
ULTRANET Personal Monitoring Connectivity: The integrated ULTRANET port transmits 16 independent channels of 24-bit digital audio to Behringer P16 personal monitoring mixers and Turbosound iQ Series loudspeakers. When cascaded, two DL32 units can feed up to 48 individual monitor mixers.
Dual ADAT Outputs and AES/EBU: Two optical ADAT sockets provide 16 additional channels of digital output for connecting recording systems or ADAT-equipped D/A converters. Two AES-3 (AES/EBU) ports enable direct connection to PA system controllers with digital inputs.
Rugged Tour-Ready Design: The DL32 is built into a 3U rackmount chassis with Neutrik etherCON connectors for durability on the road . The auto-ranging universal switch-mode power supply ensures global compatibility.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Microphone Inputs | 32 × XLR (Midas PRO preamps) |
| Phantom Power | +48V, switchable per channel |
| Line Outputs | 16 × XLR, electronically balanced |
| AES50 Ports | 2 × Neutrik etherCON (SuperMAC) |
| ULTRANET Port | 1 × RJ45 (EtherCon) |
| ADAT Outputs | 2 × Optical Toslink |
| AES/EBU Outputs | 2 × XLR (AES-3) |
| MIDI | 1 In / 1 Out |
| USB | 1 × Type B (firmware updates) |
| Networked I/O Latency | 1.1 ms (stagebox in > console > stagebox out) |
| A/D-D/A Conversion | 24-bit @ 44.1/48 kHz, 114 dB dynamic range |
| Mic Input Impedance | 10 kΩ balanced |
| Max Input Level | +23.5 dBu (non-clip) |
| Equivalent Input Noise | < -126 dBu (150Ω source) |
| CMRR | >70 dB (unity), >90 dB (45 dB gain) |
| Rack Spaces | 3U |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 133 × 483 × 210 mm |
| Weight | 5.7 kg (12.5 lbs) |
| Warranty | 3-Year Program |
Specifications sourced from official Midas documentation and authorized dealer listings.
If you’re upgrading from a Behringer S32 or building a professional digital snake system, the DL32 represents a substantial sonic upgrade. Users consistently report that the Midas PRO preamps deliver noticeably warmer sound, clearer mid-range, and less harshness compared to the Behringer S Series.
As one Sweetwater reviewer noted after upgrading from SD8 stage boxes: “Instantly warmer sound, more lows and low-mids are retained. Clearer mid-range and overall less harsh. Would recommend — skip the S series all together” . Another professional engineer simply said: “This box has performed well after a year of touring. I have an X32 Monitor Mixer and M32 for FOH. This makes the connections easy between both mixers with a cat 5. Seamless transitions between the boards”.
A live audio engineer with 25-30 DL32 installations reported: “Zero issues in connectivity or latency… never had a customer complaint nor malfunctions” . Thomann reviewers echo this sentiment: “Does what it is built to do. Sounds great, open yet soft high end. Clean pre-amps. Solid AES50 connection to any X/M32 mixers. Can’t go wrong with that stagebox”.
Basic Setup: Place the DL32 on stage near your microphones and connect your sources to the 32 XLR inputs. Run a single shielded CAT5e cable (max 100m/328ft) from one of the AES50 ports to your M32, X32, or other AES50-equipped console . The DL32 automatically synchronizes with the console; the AES50 SYNC LEDs on the front panel confirm successful connection.
Remote Preamps: All 32 mic preamps are remotely controllable from the console, allowing you to adjust gain and phantom power from front-of-house. The MUTE ALL button lets you safely patch cables on stage without noise while the PA system is still on.
ULTRANET Monitoring: Connect the ULTRANET port to Behringer P16 personal monitor mixers using shielded CAT5e cable. The DL32 sends 16 channels of AES50 audio (channels 33-48) directly to the monitoring system.
Cascading for More Channels: Connect a second DL32 via the AES50 ports to add 32 more inputs. Two DL32 units provide 64 mic/line inputs and 32 balanced outputs from a single console connection.
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A: Yes. The DL32 works with any AES50-equipped console including the Behringer X32 and Midas M32 series. Many X32 users upgrade to the DL32 for its superior Midas PRO preamps.
A: Up to two DL32 units can be daisy-chained via AES50, providing 64 mic/line inputs and 32 balanced outputs total.
A: Up to 100 meters (328 feet) using shielded CAT5e cable with etherCON connectors.
A: Yes, all 32 inputs provide switchable +48V phantom power per channel.
A: Yes. A pair of DL32 units can function as a standalone digital snake, with one at FOH and one on stage, using the AES50 connection between them.
A: The ULTRANET port is designed for the Behringer P16 personal monitoring system, including P16-M mixers and P16-D distributors.
A: Two DL32 units can feed up to 48 individual monitor mixers via ULTRANET.
Users consistently praise the DL32’s audio quality and reliability. A Sweetwater reviewer who upgraded from Behringer S Series noted: “The quality of sound with the SD8’s was bright and very unclear in the mid-range. Fast forward to the DL32. Instantly warmer sound, more lows and low-mids are retained” . A live audio engineer with extensive installation experience reported: “I’ve done around 25-30 DL32 installations and never had a customer complaint nor malfunctions” . Another professional producer highlighted its preamp quality: “It is so easy to route this into a Behringer Wing and these preamps are noticeably better than most other stageboxes/interfaces that I’ve used prior” . A Thomann reviewer praised its ADAT flexibility: “Having the two ADAT outputs is a plus — I use one of them to give me 8 extra outputs in my stage box case… Makes setting up quicker!”.
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