{"product_id":"allen-heath-ab-168-portable-audio-rack-mint-open-box","title":"Allen \u0026 Heath AB-168 Portable Audio Rack - Mint, Open Box","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Lzdck4C9WcI?status=ok\u0026amp;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" listtype=\"playlist\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eComplete Convenience - The Allen \u0026amp; Heath AB-168 Portable Audio Rack\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAB-168 is a 48kHz portable remote AudioRack for use with Qu, Avantis and SQ mixers, and with the AHM-64 audio matrix processor. Featuring 16 mic preamps with Phantom Power indicators and 8 XLR line outs, AB168 runs on Allen \u0026amp; Heath’s proprietary dSNAKE protocol. Adding an AB168 to a compatible system allows some or all I\/O to be positioned up to 100m from the mixer. The unit connects over a single Cat5 cable to the mixer or AR2412 AudioRack via a secure dSNAKE EtherCon port. A second EtherCon port is provided for daisy-chaining to another AB168 box or connection of a ME personal mixing system. AB168 auto updates its firmware to synchronise with the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 Mic Preamps on XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhantom Power LED per Input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 XLR Line Outs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edSNAKE Connection with locking Ethercon port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional locking Ethercon port for daisy chaining\/ME personal mixing system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber bumpers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional rack mount kit available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXLR Mic\/Line Inputs: Balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMic\/Line Preamp: Fully recallable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Sensitivity: -60 to + 15 dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue Gain: +5 to +60 dB, 1 dB steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePad: -20 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Input Level: +32 dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Impedance: \u0026gt;4 kΩ (Pad out), \u0026gt;10 kΩ (Pad in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMic\/Line Channel Noise: 20 - 20 kHz, direct out @ unbalanced out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMic EIN: -127dB with 150Ω source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnity Gain (pad in): -90 dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Gain (5 dB, pad out): -93 dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMid Gain (30 dB, pad out)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXLR Outputs: Balanced, relay protected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Impedance: \u0026lt;75 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNominal Output: +4 dBu = 0 dB meter reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Output Level: +22 dBy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResidual Output Noise: -91 dBu (muted, 20-20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating Temperature: 0 deg C to 35 deg C (32 deg F to 95 deg F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMains Power 100-240V, 50\/60 Hz, 40W max\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nManufacturer: Allen \u0026amp; Heath\u003cbr\u003eModel: AH-AB-168\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I351162-GA261003-2-WHXA\u003cbr\u003eEAN: 6938122241343\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. 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