Add Dante to your dLive and Avantis mixers with the Allen & Heath Dante 64x64, an audio networking card with 64 bidirectional channels, low-latency performance, and compatibility with standard networking cabling and hardware. The Dante 64x64 is suitable for high-channel digital splits between systems, such as FoH and Monitors, while offering simultaneous multitrack recording via Dante Virtual Soundcard (available separately), with no compromise in audio quality.

The front panel features primary and secondary RJ45 ports that allow simultaneous connection to multiple Dante devices or dual-cable redundancy with compatible hardware. A dedicated Control Network port is provided for configuration using Dante Controller software. Support for the AES67 standard allows interoperability with other AoIP protocols found in broadcast, install, and live sound scenarios and simplifies audio transport between different systems. Compatibility with Dante Domain Manager (DDM) enables integration with large networks and transparent routing across subnets as well as robust security and authentication options.

64x64 Channels of Audio I/O    96 or 48 kHz Operation    Redundant Network Connections    AES67 Compatible, DDM Ready    Works with all 48/96 kHz Dante Devices    Audio over L3 Ethernet Cat 5e or Higher    Sample Accurate Playback Sync    Works with Standard Networking Equipment    Support for DT168 & DT164-W

• 64 bidirectional channels of Dante I/O at 96 or 48 kHz
• Primary and Secondary audio ports for redundancy or switched operation
• Dedicated Control Network port for configuration
• Internal Network Bridge switch to bridge the dLive/Avantis Control Network and the Dante Control Network
• Multitrack recording via Dante Virtual Soundcard (available separately)
• 64 channels at 48 kHz
• 32 channels at 96 kHz
• AES67 compatible
• Dante Domain Manager (DDM) ready
• Up to 5 x superDANTE with dLive S Class / Up to 2 x superDANTE with dLive C Class
• Plug and play operation
• Use off the shelf network hardware

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. When rack mounted, how many U does this require?

A: The Allen & Heath DX168 Portable DX Expander for dLive Mixing Systems requires 4U when rack mounted. The Allen & Heath AB168-RK10 Rackmount Kit for AB168 AudioRack (B&H # ALAHAB168RK1) is the rackmount kit.

Q: 2. Will it work with the Yamaha LS9

A: Unfortunately not, compatible with TF-series mixers only. LS9 mixer requires the DANTE-MY16-AUD2 card, we are not authorized to sell that card, you need to contact Yamaha directly for more assistance.

Q: 3. Does this unit require any top or bottom ventilation when rack mounted?

A: No, the Allen & Heath DX168 Portable DX Expander does not require any top or bottom ventilation when it is rack mounted. The fans and ventilation ports for the DX168 are on the sides.

Q: 4. Does it comes with usb wire?

A: USB cable, carry case and LINK cable included.

Q: 5. I would like to use Dante Via to route the digital channels from our Yamaha TF1 to and from various software packages (Wirecast, Zoom, Skype, iTunes, etc.) on our Mac Pro. Will this card allow me to do this? I am assuming it would communicate over an ethernet (Cat 5e) from the NY64-D mixer expansion card in the TF1 mixer to our Mac Pro, Correct?

A: The Yamaha NY64-D will add Dante connectivity to the TF1 mixer, enabling it to transmits and receive up to 128 Channels of audio within the Dante Network and communicate with Dante Via. The connection is done with Cat 5e cabling as you've stated.

Q: 6. I am running the TF5 with the N 64 card but can only access 40 channels how do I access the full 64 on the console

A: I am using this on a TF1. The TF boards seem to be limited to 1 to 1 routing of the Slot channels (Slot 1 goes to fader 1). For the TF5 it looks like you can only have access to 48 channels of the Slot so you cannot use all 64 at the same time. You could, however, use the Dante Controller to change the routing of the channel matrix to get access to channels other than 1-48.

Q: 7. Can I control audio from cameras into my Blackmagic ATEM mixer?

A: They cannot be controlled from an ATEM.

Q: 8. What are the dimensions of this mixer???

A: Detailed dimensions for this mixer can be found on page 22 of the PDF manual available here: https://www.allen-heath.com/media/AP9433_4_X23C_UG.pdf

Q: 9. How many rack units does this kit take up?

A: The Allen & Heath AB1681-RK19 is a 19 rack mount kit for the AB168 Audio Rack. The rack ears can be fitted without the need to remove the plastic side trims. Simply secure them to the Audio Rack with the six M4x8 screws that come with the kit using a T20 Torx screwdriver. Secure the Audio Rack in the 19 rack with 8x M6 screws with plastic cup washers to protect the surface. The minimum rack space required is 11U.

Q: 10. 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.