Description

Yamaha Rio1608-D2 – 16-In / 8-Out Digital Stage Box with Dante

The Yamaha Rio1608-D2 is a high-performance Dante-enabled I/O rack designed for professional live sound, broadcast, and studio applications. It seamlessly integrates with Yamaha CL, QL, and RIVAGE PM series digital mixing consoles, providing 16 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs for pristine audio quality. With 96kHz sample rate support, it ensures detailed and high-resolution sound reproduction for any setup.

This rack unit features Yamaha’s renowned natural-sounding mic preamps, capturing clear, accurate, and dynamic audio. Each input and output delivers low-latency performance, making it ideal for concerts, corporate events, houses of worship, and theaters. Its Dante connectivity allows for flexible, scalable system configurations, enabling multiple units to be connected seamlessly.

Reliability is a key feature of the Rio1608-D2. It includes redundant Dante networking with primary and secondary connections, ensuring uninterrupted audio transmission in critical live performances. The dual power supply units add an extra layer of security, preventing system failures due to power loss.

A built-in character/graphic display provides real-time visual monitoring, allowing engineers to quickly adjust gain and other parameters. Additionally, the rugged, road-ready design ensures durability for touring and fixed installations. Despite its compact size, the unit delivers powerful performance, making it a preferred choice for audio professionals worldwide.

Whether you’re setting up a live sound system, recording studio, or broadcast rig, the Yamaha Rio1608-D2 offers unmatched audio quality, reliability, and flexibility. Upgrade your setup with this versatile and high-performing Dante I/O rack.