• Crest Audio Stage 2x2D DI Dante network audio interface



    Peavey Commercial Audio has launched the Crest Audio Stage 2x2D Direct Injection Network Audio Interface. The Stage 2x2D is a feature-rich DI box, PoE - Dante/AES67 capable pro-audio A-D/D-A interface. Reportedly designed with future proof network audio streaming connectivity and supporting microphones, line level sources and instruments.

    The Stage 2x2D has an analog microphone input featuring a -60 to +4dBu and +24 gain range “without pads.” On the front panel, Signal Present and Peak LEDs are provided. An adjacent switch allows the user to apply +48V phantom power at the Mic input via a combo XLR/TRS 1/4 inch connector. A headphone output selection switch allows for monitoring of either the Hi-Z or Mic/Line signals. The Hi-Z input is capable of being directly connected to backline amplifiers capable of accepting high signal levels from 70V distributed power amplifier sound systems. The Line input pre-amp can operate across a continuous setting range of -40 to +24dBu, with a max of +44dBu.

    Inputs, Mic/Line, or Hi-Z are converted from analog to digital and routed as a Dante or AES67 network audio stream, with two “Network Return” channels available as line level outputs.

    The Stage 2x2D is PoE powered (IEEE 802.3 af/at) via a network switch or PoE injector. For convenient installation, a 1U single or dual rack mount is available and housed in a robust aluminum extruded case with recessed protected controls and connectors. Removable rubber protective “bumpers” are suitable for touring applications.
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