Allen & Heath GX4816 Audio Expander
Best professional expansion for large-scale live sound production.
This is the definitive way to scale your dLive rig without sacrificing the high-resolution fidelity of your flagship console. You are trading a bit of rack space for a massive increase in I/O, making it the most reliable path to managing complex, high-channel-count productions.
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Who it's for
- Production managers handling large-scale live events
- Sound engineers using dLive or Avantis mixing systems
- Touring professionals requiring mission-critical reliability and system scalability
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious venues or independent touring acts
- Engineers seeking universal compatibility with third-party consoles
- Small production crews needing portable or lightweight equipment
Performance breakdown
Audio Fidelity
Flagship dLive preamps deliver pristine, high-resolution sound for professional stages.
System Integration
Seamlessly expands dLive ecosystems with minimal setup and configuration time.
I/O Capacity
Massive 48-input count handles even the most complex live productions.
Build Durability
Rugged chassis design withstands the rigors of frequent touring and transport.
Latency Performance
Near-zero latency ensures tight, responsive monitoring for demanding live performers.
Remote Control
Precise digital gain control offers total command over every connected channel.
Key Specs
Inputs
48 XLR Microphone Preamps
Outputs
16 XLR Line Outputs
Sample Rate
96 kHz
Expansion
DX Sockets
Phantom Power
48V supported
Form Factor
Portable/External
Mounting Type
Rackmount
Conversion Type
Digital to Analog (DAC), Analog to Digital (ADC)
System Compatibility
dLive, Avantis, SQ systems
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