Midas DL32 32-Input 16-Output Stage Box Digital Snake

A Professional Digital Stage Box for Live Sound

The Midas DL32 32-Input 16-Output Stage Box Digital Snake is a powerful digital I/O solution designed for live sound, touring productions, theaters, houses of worship, and professional audio systems. Featuring 32 Midas PRO Series microphone preamps, 16 balanced analog outputs, AES50 networking, ULTRANET connectivity, and ADAT interfaces, it provides extensive stage connectivity through a compact rackmount design.

Designed for Professional Digital Mixing

The DL32 connects onstage microphones and instruments to compatible digital mixing consoles using AES50 networking, allowing high-quality digital audio to travel between the stage and front-of-house position over a single Cat 5e cable. Its 32 remote-controllable Midas microphone preamps provide flexible gain control directly from compatible digital consoles.

Premium Midas Preamps and Flexible Outputs

The DL32 features 32 Midas PRO Series microphone preamps with programmable gain and 16 balanced XLR analog outputs for sending monitor mixes and other signals back to the stage. Dual AES50 ports provide flexible digital networking, while two ADAT optical outputs and AES/EBU outputs expand connectivity for professional audio systems and digital split applications.

Built for Live Sound and Stage Production

The DL32 is designed for demanding live production environments, with low-latency AES50 networking and a rugged 3U rackmount chassis. ULTRANET connectivity allows integration with compatible personal monitoring systems, while MIDI In/Out provides additional control and communication options. Dual AES50 ports also allow compatible stage boxes to be connected for expanded system configurations.

Key Features at a Glance

• Stage Box: Midas DL32
• Inputs: 32
• Outputs: 16 balanced XLR
• Microphone Preamps: 32 Midas PRO Series
• Network: AES50 SuperMAC
• AES50 Ports: 2x EtherCON
• Analog Outputs: 16x balanced XLR
• ADAT: 2x optical ADAT outputs
• AES/EBU: 2x AES3 outputs
• ULTRANET: 1x RJ45 output
• MIDI: 1x MIDI In and 1x MIDI Out
• USB: Type-B USB for system updates
• Rack Mount: 19-inch, 3U
• Audio Resolution: 24-bit
• Sample Rates: 44.1 / 48 kHz
• Network Latency: Approximately 1.1ms
• Application: Live sound, touring, theaters, houses of worship, stage monitoring, and professional digital mixing

A Powerful Digital Snake for Professional Live Sound

The Midas DL32 32-Input 16-Output Stage Box Digital Snake is an excellent choice for sound engineers and production teams requiring extensive stage I/O with high-quality microphone preamps and reliable digital networking. Combining 32 Midas PRO preamps, 16 analog outputs, dual AES50 connectivity, ADAT, AES/EBU, ULTRANET, and MIDI, it provides a flexible professional solution for live performances, stage monitoring, touring, and large-scale digital audio systems.