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ALLEN & HEATH

dLive DT168

Digital Stage Boxes

96kHz Dante expander, 16 mic preamps with phantom power, 8 line outs, dual EtherCon, pad and gain control, rack-mount ready, 4.75 kg, AES67, DT control app.

$3,199.00 CAD
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Description

The Allen & Heath DT168 is a rugged, portable Dante audio expander designed for use with a range of Allen & Heath mixing systems, including dLive, Avantis, SQ, Qu, and AHM. It delivers 16 high-quality mic preamps and 8 balanced line outputs in a durable, stage-ready format that supports both 48kHz and 96kHz operation. Built for life on the road, the DT168 features rubber bumpers, a sturdy carry handle, and the option to be rack-mounted for fixed installations.

Its dual locking EtherCon Dante ports support redundant or daisy-chained networking, ensuring flexible integration into any Dante ecosystem. Each input features phantom power with LED indicators, and the preamps are fully recallable, offering precise control either via an Allen & Heath console or the DT Preamp Control software which makes the unit highly adaptable, even for third-party Dante setups. With +60 dB of gain, a -20 dB pad, and a maximum input level of +30 dBu, the DT168 delivers outstanding input flexibility. The output section supports up to +22 dBu, protected by relay switching for safe power-up/down operation.

Features

Portable Dante I/O Expander
Provides 16 mic inputs and 8 line outputs for expanding audio systems over a Dante network.

High-Quality Mic Preamps
Features recallable Allen & Heath mic preamps with +48V phantom power and -20 dB pad per input.

Dual Dante Ports
Equipped with Primary and Secondary locking EtherCon ports for redundancy or daisy-chaining devices.

96kHz Dante Support
Operates at both 48kHz and 96kHz sample rates for compatibility and high-fidelity audio.

Stage-Ready Design
Compact, rugged chassis with rubber bumpers, carry handle, and optional 19” rack mount kit.

Flexible Control Options
Gain, phantom power, and pad settings controllable from compatible Allen & Heath mixers or via DT Preamp Control software.

Reliable Analog Outputs
8 relay-protected, balanced XLR outputs with up to +22 dBu output level.

Compact and Lightweight
Weighs just 4.75 kg (10.45 lbs) and measures 398.6 mm wide x 189 mm deep x 182.1 mm high.

Ready for Any Venue
Ideal for use on stage, in racks, or across large distributed audio systems in education, worship, or live production.

Specifications

General Specifications
Device Type: Dante Audio Expander (Portable Stagebox)
Application: Stage I/O Expansion for Dante-enabled Systems
Construction: Steel Chassis with Rubber Bumpers and Carry Handle
Form Factor: Portable Floor Unit or Optional 4U Rackmount
Compatibility: dLive, Avantis, SQ, Qu, AHM, and 3rd-Party Dante Systems
Network Modes: Switched (Daisy Chain) / Redundant
Control Interface: DT Preamp Control Software (Windows/macOS)
Phantom Power: +48V per Input, Status LED per Channel
Sample Rates: 48 kHz / 96 kHz
Bit Depth: 24-bit
AES67 Compatible: Yes
Dante Domain Manager Ready: Yes
Power Supply: Internal, 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz, 40W Max
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C

Input/Output
Mic/Line Inputs: 16x XLR (Balanced, Recallable Preamps)
Input Sensitivity: –60 dBu to +15 dBu
Gain Range: +5 to +60 dB (1 dB steps)
Pad: –20 dB Active PAD
Input Impedance: >4 kΩ (Pad Out), >10 kΩ (Pad In)
Max Input Level: +30 dBu (PAD In)
Mic EIN: –127 dB (150 Ω source)
Line Outputs: 8x XLR (Balanced, Relay Protected)
Output Impedance: <75 Ω
Nominal Output Level: +4 dBu
Max Output Level: +22 dBu
Residual Output Noise: –92 dBu (Muted, 20–20 kHz)
THD+N @ 1kHz, 0 dBu Output:
– Unity Gain (PAD In): 0.003%, –88 dBu
– Low Gain (5 dB, PAD Out): 0.002%, –93 dBu
– Mid Gain (30 dB, PAD Out): 0.003%, –88 dBu

Network Connectivity
Primary Port: Dante over EtherCon (Locking)
Secondary Port: Dante over EtherCon (Locking)
Function: Redundant or Switched Mode

Dimensions & Weight
Unit Dimensions: 410 mm (W) x 190 mm (D) x 185 mm (H)
Unit Weight: 4.6 kg (10.1 lbs)
Shipping Dimensions: 587 mm (W) x 335 mm (D) x 335 mm (H)
Shipping Weight: 7.25 kg (16 lbs)

Included Items
Included Components: DT168 Dante Stagebox Unit
Note: Y-cables, rackmount kit, and dust cover optional accessories—sold separately.

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