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Midas DL251-UL 48 Input, 16 Output Stage Box with 48 Midas Microphone Preamplifiers

$5,600.00

Housed in a rugged, road-ready 5U rackmount chassis, the DL251 delivers the legendary Midas sound quality known for its warmth, depth, and clarity. It features 48 remote-controllable microphone/line inputs and 16 line-level outputs via industry-standard XLR connectors.

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  • 48 Midas Preamps: Features 48 of Midas's award-winning microphone preamplifiers with switchable +48V phantom power.
  • 16 Outputs: Includes 16 actively balanced, low-impedance line-level outputs for driving long cable runs.
  • AES50 Networking: Three Neutrik etherCON AES50 network ports with N+1 redundancy for reliable digital audio routing.
  • Dual-Sample Rate: Operates at either 48 kHz or 96 kHz, selectable via the front panel.
  • Dual-Redundant Power: Equipped with two universal power supplies that automatically switch over in case of failure.
  • Remote or Local Control: Settings are programmable from a compatible Midas console or via the controls on the front panel.
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About the Midas DL251-UL 48 Input, 16 Output Stage Box with 48 Midas Microphone Preamplifiers

The Midas DL251-UL is a premium digital snake system designed to serve as the remote stage interface for high-channel-count digital live sound consoles, particularly within the Midas PRO Series ecosystem. This unit provides 48 of Midas's renowned microphone preamplifiers in a rugged, road-ready stage box, allowing engineers to place pristine analog-to-digital conversion directly at the sound source. By doing so, it eliminates the need for long, noise-prone analog multicore cables, transmitting all 48 input channels and 16 output channels digitally over a single fiber optic or Cat-5 cable to the mixing console hundreds of feet away. This setup is critical for major concert tours, large festival stages, and permanent installations where signal integrity, stage management, and cabling simplicity are paramount.

A hallmark of the DL251 is its local control capability via a built-in color touchscreen. This allows monitor engineers or stage technicians to adjust gain, phantom power, polarity, and even create dedicated monitor mixes directly at the stage box, independent of the front-of-house console. The unit features comprehensive redundancy, with dual power supplies and dual network ports (AES50 and opticalCON) for fail-safe operation during live events. Its construction utilizes a heavy-duty steel chassis built to withstand the physical demands of touring, ensuring reliability in the most demanding environments.

By delivering the iconic Midas preamp sound quality in a flexible, remotely controllable digital package, the DL251-UL forms the backbone of a modern, large-scale digital audio network. It provides the transparency, headroom, and musicality that audio professionals expect from Midas, combined with the operational advantages of digital audio distribution, making it an indispensable component for world-class live sound reinforcement.

Key Features

  • 48 Midas Preamps: Features 48 of Midas's award-winning microphone preamplifiers with switchable +48V phantom power.
  • 16 Outputs: Includes 16 actively balanced, low-impedance line-level outputs for driving long cable runs.
  • AES50 Networking: Three Neutrik etherCON AES50 network ports with N+1 redundancy for reliable digital audio routing.
  • Dual-Sample Rate: Operates at either 48 kHz or 96 kHz, selectable via the front panel.
  • Dual-Redundant Power: Equipped with two universal power supplies that automatically switch over in case of failure.
  • Remote or Local Control: Settings are programmable from a compatible Midas console or via the controls on the front panel.

Midas DL251-UL 48 Input, 16 Output Stage Box with 48 Midas Microphone Preamplifiers Specs

Analog Audio I/O
Microphone/Line Inputs
48 XLR channels with Midas mic preamps
Analog Outputs
16 XLR line-level outputs
Phantom Power
+48V per channel, individually switchable
Digital Networking & Redundancy
Primary Digital Ports
Dual AES50 (RJ-45) for connection to console
Optical Network Ports
Dual opticalCON (Mains & Backup) for long-haul fiber optic connection
Sample Rate
Up to 96 kHz operation
Local Control & Monitoring
Interface
Integrated color LCD touchscreen
Local Control Functions
Gain, phantom power, polarity, 48-channel input metering, monitor mix creation
Physical & Electrical
Chassis Construction
Heavy-gauge steel touring case
Power Supply
Dual redundant, auto-switching (100-240V AC)
Rack Units
Standard 4U rackmount height
Weight
Approximately 20 kg (44 lbs)

Key Features

  • 48 Midas Preamps: Features 48 of Midas's award-winning microphone preamplifiers with switchable +48V phantom power.
  • 16 Outputs: Includes 16 actively balanced, low-impedance line-level outputs for driving long cable runs.
  • AES50 Networking: Three Neutrik etherCON AES50 network ports with N+1 redundancy for reliable digital audio routing.
  • Dual-Sample Rate: Operates at either 48 kHz or 96 kHz, selectable via the front panel.
  • Dual-Redundant Power: Equipped with two universal power supplies that automatically switch over in case of failure.
  • Remote or Local Control: Settings are programmable from a compatible Midas console or via the controls on the front panel.
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