{"product_id":"allen-heath-ab168","title":"Allen \u0026 Heath AB168","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllen \u0026amp; Heath AB168\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact portable AudioRack stage box designed to expand the I\/O capabilities of Allen \u0026amp; Heath digital mixing systems and bring connections closer to the stage or audio sources. Featuring 16 remote-controlled microphone\/line preamps and 8 balanced XLR line outputs, the AB168 uses Allen \u0026amp; Heath dSNAKE protocol to transmit audio, control data, and system information over a single Cat5e cable. With a rugged stage-ready design, flexible positioning options, and compatibility with Qu, SQ, GLD and AHM systems, the AB168 is an ideal solution for live sound, installations, rehearsals, and mobile production setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePortable 16-in \/ 8-out digital stage box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e16 remote-controlled microphone\/line preamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 balanced XLR line outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllen \u0026amp; Heath dSNAKE digital audio connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle Cat5e cable connection between mixer and stage box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemote control of gain, phantom power and pad settings from compatible mixers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e+60 dB gain range for microphone inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e-20 dB pad for high-level line sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Allen \u0026amp; Heath Qu, SQ, GLD and AHM systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExpander port for additional stage boxes or ME Personal Mixing systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRugged design with protective rubber bumpers for stage use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptional 19\" rack mounting capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUp to 100 m connection distance using suitable Cat5e cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDigital Stage Box \/ AudioRack\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16 × balanced XLR microphone\/line inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMicrophone Preamps\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16 remote-controlled preamps with +60 dB gain range\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePhantom Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e+48V phantom power with input indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePad\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-20 dB input pad\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOutputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 × balanced XLR line outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOutput Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e+4 dBu nominal, +22 dBu maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProtocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003edSNAKE 48 kHz digital audio protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEtherCON \/ RJ45 dSNAKE connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCat5e or higher shielded twisted pair cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaximum Cable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUp to 100 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eExpansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAdditional AB168, AR84 or ME Personal Mixing connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRack Mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOptional 19\" rack mounting kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e100–240V AC universal power supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e417 × 189 × 183 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4.8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllen \u0026amp; Heath AB168 AudioRack stage box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUser documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreative Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e16 remote-controlled microphone preamps allow stage inputs to be placed exactly where they are needed while keeping full control from the mixing console.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003edSNAKE digital connection sends audio, control information and system data through a single Cat5e cable, simplifying setup and reducing cable clutter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemote gain, phantom power and pad control allow engineers to adjust input settings directly from compatible Allen \u0026amp; Heath mixers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEight balanced XLR outputs provide flexible routing for stage monitors, amplifiers, powered speakers and other audio equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe expander port allows additional system expansion with compatible Allen \u0026amp; 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