16 input, 8 output stage box with 16 MIDAS microphone preamplifiers.

DL153 is a 2U 19" fixed-configuration rack I/O unit with 16 mic/line level inputs and eight line level outputs and delivers legendary MIDAS sound quality utilizing time-tested and road-proven technologies. Featuring award-winning MIDAS microphone preamplifiers with 2.5 dB analog gain steps and two AES50 network ports providing dual redundancy, the DL153 is the ideal partner to all MIDAS PRO and M32 Series digital consoles, enabling a digital snake connection from Front of House to stage.

Award-Winning MIDAS Microphone Preamplifier

The MIDAS microphone preamplifier is considered by leading live sound and recording engineers to be the very essence of the famous MIDAS sound. More than 40 years of design experience paired with the fi nest choice of premium-grade components lead to the acclaimed warmth and depth - bringing out subtle ambience, maintaining spatial positioning and more effectively capturing a precise sound image. The acclaimed sound of the award-winning MIDAS microphone preamplifier has inspired generations of live sound engineers to their best work, creating sonic panoramas that have captivated audiences worldwide.

Digital Audio Networking

SuperMAC (AES50-Compliant) digital audio networking technology from KLARK TEKNIK simultaneously provides high channel counts, ultra low and deterministic latencies, sample-synchronous and phase-aligned networked clock distribution, error detection and correction, network redundancy, and ease of deployment and use – to meet the demanding requirements of live concert touring.

High Output Drive Line Outputs with Mute

DL153 features 8 active servo-balanced low impedance line level outputs with high output current capability for driving long cable runs. The outputs feature an automatic mute facility if the audio signal path is muted by the mixing console operator, and individual LED indicators are provided for each output connector.

Remote Console or Front Panel Control

All configuration settings for DL153 can be set either remotely from the mixing console, or directly via the intuitive and easy to understand front panel. DL153 features a front panel LCD display with intuitive menu navigation for all configuration options with LED status indicators, which provide clear feedback of operational status over wide viewing angles and distances. Clear indication is provided showing power supply output rail condition and AES50 and Ethernet network connection status and activity.