Yamaha RUIO1608SB-D 16-Input/8-Output Dante Stage Box

Portable and Flexible - The Yamaha RUIO1608SB-D 16-Input/8-Output Dante Stage Box

The RUio1608SB-D is a first-of-its-kind stage box option from Yamaha, featuring 16 inputs and 8 outputs with improved sound quality and reliable performance. Designed for live sound and temporary event applications, it offers a portable, digital snake-style solution that is easy to deploy. The unit supports flexible placement on the floor or in a rack with an optional mounting kit. Built in response to customer demand, it provides high-quality head amp performance comparable to the DM3, making it a practical and versatile option for expanding system I/O in professional audio environments.

• Renowned Yamaha Sound with 96kHz sample rate
• 16 in / 8 out
• Ideal for live, temporary events

SPECIFICATIONS

• Analog Input: 16
• AES/EBU Output: 0
• Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz / 88 kHz / 96 kHz +/- 200 ppm
• Signal Delay: Less than 1.7 ms@F=96 kHz, 2.0 ms@Fs=48 kHz, INPUT to OUTPUT connect wth DM5 using Dante, Dante Receive Latency set to .25 ms
• Power Requirements: 100-240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
• Power Consumption: 40 W
• Heat Dissipation: 35 kcal/h
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 14.7 x 6.7 x 5.7 inches
• Weight: 7.7 lbs
• NC Value
• Fan Speed LOW: 20
• Fan Speed HIGH: 25
• Approximate Munsell Value of Exterior Color: N5
• Operating Temperature Range: 32 - 104 degrees Fahrenheit
• Storage Temperature Range: -4 - 140 degrees Fahrenheit

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