Detail 01
16 mic/line inputs; 8 line outputs
Provides the DX168’s 16x8 physical I/O count.
Product detailSKU #1500000251471
Allen & HeathDX168 16x8 Portable I/O Expander for dLive Systems
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The Allen & Heath DX168 is a portable 16x8 digital stagebox for dLive systems, with 16 mic/line inputs and eight line outputs. It carries 128 channels of 48kHz audio through Dante networking over a single Cat 5e cable, supporting flexible placement across longer cable runs. Redundant power supplies and Ethernet ports add resilience to the connection path, while its steel chassis and locking connectors suit live-performance and touring environments.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Live sound, studio, worship, or education installations distributing audio across longer cable runs.
- dLive system setups needing 16 mic/line inputs and eight line outputs.
- Networked Dante routing using 128 channels of 48kHz audio over one Cat 5e cable.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
128 channels at 48kHz via Dante
Carries high-resolution digital audio over Ethernet networking.
Detail 03
Redundant power supplies and Ethernet ports
Adds redundant power and network connections.
Detail 04
Steel chassis and locking connectors
Supports the demands of live performance and touring.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Plan for Dante networking and a Cat 5e cable for the stated 128-channel, 48kHz connection.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How much analog I/O does the DX168 provide?
It has 16 mic/line inputs and eight line outputs.
02What network connection does it use?
It uses Dante networking and carries 128 channels of 48kHz audio over a single Cat 5e cable.
03Does it have redundant connections?
Yes. It is equipped with redundant power supplies and Ethernet ports.
