Allen & Heath AB168
16 XLR Input / 8 XLR Output - 48kHz
AB168 is a 48kHz portable remote AudioRack for use with Qu, Avantis and SQ mixers, and with the AHM-64 audio matrix processor.
Description
Featuring 16 mic preamps with Phantom Power indicators and 8 XLR line outs, AB168 runs on Allen & Heath’s proprietary dSNAKE protocol.
Adding an AB168 to a compatible system allows some or all I/O to be positioned up to 100m from the mixer. The unit connects over a single Cat5 cable to the mixer or AR2412 AudioRack via a secure dSNAKE EtherCon port. A second EtherCon port is provided for daisy-chaining to another AB168 box or connection of a ME personal mixing system. AB168 auto updates its firmware to synchronise with the system.
The rack’s rugged design, including rubber bumpers, renders it highly roadworthy and allows it to be placed on the stage floor during performances. Weighing in at just 4.8kg and featuring a sturdy carry handle, AB168 is also designed for maximum convenience and portability. An optional rack mounting kit is also available.
AB168 Features
- 48kHz
- 16 Mic Preamps
- 8 XLR Line Outs
- Expander port for daisy-chaining of 2 AB168 Expanders or connection ME personal mixers
- Optional 19-inch rack mount kit available
- Compatible with CAT5e (or higher) cables of up to 100m
- Rubber bumpers
- Carry handle
Resources & Downloads
Data sheets, manuals and resources for the AB168
Interested in this product?
Our AV experts are ready to help you find the perfect solution for your project.
Quick Specs
- INPUTS
- XLR Mic/Line Inputs
- Balanced
- Mic/Line Preamp
- Fully recallable
- Input Sensitivity
- -60 to +15dBu
- Analogue Gain
- +5 to +60dB, 1dB steps
Technical Specifications
- INPUTS
- XLR Mic/Line Inputs
- Balanced
- Mic/Line Preamp
- Fully recallable
- Input Sensitivity
- -60 to +15dBu
- Analogue Gain
- +5 to +60dB, 1dB steps
- Pad
- -20dB
- Maximum Input Level
- +32dBu
- Input Impedance
- >4kΩ (Pad out), >10kΩ (Pad in)
- Mic/Line Channel noise
- 20-20kHz, Direct Out @ unbalanced out
- Mic EIN
- -127dB with 150Ω source
- Unity gain (Pad in)
- 0.005% -86dBu @ 1kHz, 0dBu output
- Low gain (5dB, Pad out)
- 0.003% -89dBu @ 1kHz, 0dBu output
- Mid gain (30dB, Pad out)
- -89dBu
- Mic/Line Channel THD+N
- 20-20kHz, Direct Out @ unbalanced out
- Mid gain (30dB, Pad out)
- 0.004% -88dBu @ 1kHz, 0dBu output
- OUTPUTS
- XLR Outputs
- Balanced, Relay protected
- Output Impedance
- <75Ω
- Nominal Output
- +4dBu = 0dB meter reading
- Maximum Output Level
- +22dBu
- Residual Output Noise
- -91dBu (muted, 20-20kHz)
- Operating Temperature
- e 0 deg C to 35 deg C (32 deg F to 95 deg F)
- Mains Power
- 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, 20W max
Featuring 16 mic preamps with Phantom Power indicators and 8 XLR line outs, AB168 runs on Allen & Heath’s proprietary dSNAKE protocol.
Adding an AB168 to a compatible system allows some or all I/O to be positioned up to 100m from the mixer. The unit connects over a single Cat5 cable to the mixer or AR2412 AudioRack via a secure dSNAKE EtherCon port. A second EtherCon port is provided for daisy-chaining to another AB168 box or connection of a ME personal mixing system. AB168 auto updates its firmware to synchronise with the system.
The rack’s rugged design, including rubber bumpers, renders it highly roadworthy and allows it to be placed on the stage floor during performances. Weighing in at just 4.8kg and featuring a sturdy carry handle, AB168 is also designed for maximum convenience and portability. An optional rack mounting kit is also available.
- 48kHz
- 16 Mic Preamps
- 8 XLR Line Outs
- Expander port for daisy-chaining of 2 AB168 Expanders or connection ME personal mixers
- Optional 19-inch rack mount kit available
- Compatible with CAT5e (or higher) cables of up to 100m
- Rubber bumpers
- Carry handle
| INPUTS | |
| XLR Mic/Line Inputs | Balanced |
| Mic/Line Preamp | Fully recallable |
| Input Sensitivity | -60 to +15dBu |
| Analogue Gain | +5 to +60dB, 1dB steps |
| Pad | -20dB |
| Maximum Input Level | +32dBu |
| Input Impedance | >4kΩ (Pad out), >10kΩ (Pad in) |
| Mic/Line Channel noise | 20-20kHz, Direct Out @ unbalanced out |
| Mic EIN | -127dB with 150Ω source |
| Unity gain (Pad in) | 0.005% -86dBu @ 1kHz, 0dBu output |
| Low gain (5dB, Pad out) | 0.003% -89dBu @ 1kHz, 0dBu output |
| Mid gain (30dB, Pad out) | -89dBu |
| Mic/Line Channel THD+N | 20-20kHz, Direct Out @ unbalanced out |
| Mid gain (30dB, Pad out) | 0.004% -88dBu @ 1kHz, 0dBu output |
| OUTPUTS | |
| XLR Outputs | Balanced, Relay protected |
| Output Impedance | <75Ω |
| Nominal Output | +4dBu = 0dB meter reading |
| Maximum Output Level | +22dBu |
| Residual Output Noise | -91dBu (muted, 20-20kHz) |
| Operating Temperature | e 0 deg C to 35 deg C (32 deg F to 95 deg F) |
| Mains Power | 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, 20W max |
About Penguin Media Solutions
Penguin Media Solutions is a professional audio, video, and lighting design, installation, and maintenance company based in Brighton, UK. As an authorised Martin Audio dealer, we provide high-performance AV systems for commercial venues, hospitality, and event spaces across Brighton, London, and South-East England.
Pages
