{"id":7901,"date":"2020-09-03T07:57:55","date_gmt":"2020-09-03T05:57:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sonarscope.hr\/shop\/?post_type=product&p=7901"},"modified":"2023-03-13T15:13:21","modified_gmt":"2023-03-13T13:13:21","slug":"motu-stage-b16","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.sonarscope.hr\/shop\/proizvod\/motu-stage-b16\/","title":{"rendered":"Motu Stage-B16"},"content":{"rendered":"

Motu Stage-B16<\/h1>\n

16-input stage box and audio interface with DSP, mixing, Wi-Fi control, and studio-quality analog performance<\/h3>\n

USB AVB Audio Interface<\/strong> & Stage Box<\/strong> with 16 microphone ins<\/strong>, 8 line outs, 2 AES\/EBU outs, MIDI I\/O & standalone DSP<\/strong> processor<\/p>\n

From the most critical and demanding studio environments to the world’s biggest stages, the Stage-B16 delivers the same superb analog quality as MOTU’s new line of award-winning audio interfaces, in a rugged stage box form factor with powerful, flexible AVB networking.<\/p>\n

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Three products in one<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n
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Stage box<\/h2>\n

16-input stage box
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\n“digital snake” connectivity.<\/h3>\n
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Rackmount Mixer<\/h2>\n

DSP-equipped 48-input
\n12-bus digital mixer
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Audio interface<\/h2>\n

Universally compatible
\nUSB audio interface
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Studio-quality analog performance
\nup to 192 kHz<\/h2>\n

Performance suitable for the most
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The Stage-B16 sets a new standard for analog audio performance in a stage box. The 8 XLR analog outputs deliver a stunning 123 dB DR, a level of measured performance normally found only in products costing thousands.<\/p>\n

Precision Digital Trim\u2122<\/h2>\n

Precision remote control of preamp gain<\/h3>\n

Digitally controlled analog preamp gain provides accurate adjustments in 1 dB increments from web app software running on your laptop, tablet or smartphone, with the ability to save gain settings.<\/p>\n

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16 studio-grade mic inputs<\/h2>\n

Ultra-clean preamps for studio and stage<\/h3>\n

The 16 individual mic preamps deliver 117 dB dynamic range (DR), with -110 dB THD+N (-1 dBFS, unweighted, 1kHz). Each input is equipped with 63 dB of preamp gain, individual 48V phantom power and -20dB pad.<\/p>\n

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The ultimate stage box<\/h2>\n

Run 16 mic signals to front of house \u2014 or anywhere in the network<\/h3>\n

The Stage-B16 sets a new standard for what it means to be a stage box. With AVB networking technology, you can run mic signals over standard Ethernet cabling to a front-of-house mixing console up to 100 meters away, plus any other destinations on the network, such as the monitor mix console or a computer-based recording rig. For small- to mid-sized applications, the Stage-B16 takes care of all live sound mixing duties, controlled wirelessly from your laptop, tablet or smartphone \u2014 all with audio quality that’s so good, it belongs in a world-class recording studio.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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DSP-powered mixing<\/h2>\n

Console-style mixing with 48 channels and 12 busses<\/h3>\n

The mixer in the Stage-B16 is identical to the mixer found in MOTU’s flagship 1248 and 16A interfaces. If you know your way around a large-format mixing console, you’ll feel right at home. If you’ve ever wished to mix on a large console, the driver’s seat is now yours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Modeled analog EQ and compression<\/h2>\n

Vintage processing with 32-bit float precision<\/h3>\n

British analog mixing consoles are renowned for their musical EQ profiles. The Stage-B16 meticulously models these classic EQs to give you the very same, magical EQ response found on these coveted desks. Each input channel also provides a classic compressor with peak\/RMS operation.<\/p>\n

Groups and the Main Mix bus are equipped with MOTU’s Leveler\u2122, an accurate model of the legendary Teletronix\u2122 LA-2A\u2122 optical leveling amplifier, known for its highly sought-after Automatic Gain Control (AGC) characteristics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Web app control from any device<\/h2>\n

Control everything from your laptop, tablet and smartphone<\/h3>\n

The software that you use to control the Stage-B16 doesn’t reside on your hard drive. It’s a web app served from the hardware itself. This means you can control the Stage-B16 on-board DSP, mixing, device settings, and network audio routing from your favorite web browser on a laptop, tablet or smartphone connected by wire or Wi-Fi to your local area network. Use any web client on any platform – Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android – as long as it shares the same network.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Touch Console<\/h2>\n

The art of the mix on your touchscreen<\/h3>\n

Designed specifically for touchscreen operation, Touch Console\u2122 delivers a whole new mixing experience. Access Touch Console from your tablet or smartphone to effortlessly control the powerful 48-channel mixer and effects in the Stage-B16. With large targets for your fingers, multi-touch operation and intuitive design, you can tap, swipe and pinch your way to a perfect mix, every time.<\/p>\n

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Stand-alone mixing with wireless control<\/h2>\n

Control everything from your iPad or iPhone<\/h3>\n

Connect an Apple Airport\u2122 or other Wi-Fi router directly to the Stage-B16 with a standard Ethernet cable and control the Stage-B16’s powerful mixing and DSP effects from your smartphone or tablet, without a computer. Great for live sound mixing!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Ethernet ‘snake’ and audio networking<\/h2>\n

Connect using long cable runs with ultra-low latency<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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\"\"<\/td>\nThe Stage-B16 provides “digital snake” connectivity using AVB Ethernet, the new industry standard developed by the IEEE for professional audio networking. Run cable lengths up to 100 meters with standard CAT-5e or CAT-6 ethernet cables and ultra-low, sub-millisecond latency. Route audio from an AVB network over an entire performance venue or recording facility.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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\"\"<\/td>\nBuild a network with multiple interfaces, computers, and AVB switches using standard network cabling, with ultra-low network latency, even over long cable runs (100 meters point to point). Stream hundreds of audio channels among devices and computers on the network.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Universal connectivity<\/h2>\n

Class compliant USB 2.0 plus audio over Ethernet<\/h3>\n

The Stage-B16 connects to your computer with audio class compliant hi-speed USB 2.0 (compatible with USB 3.0 and iOS) for across-the-board compatibility now and in the future. Alternately, if you have a Mac running OS X Yosemite (10.10) or later, you can use a standard Ethernet cable for operation as an audio interface. Either way, the Stage-B16 is compatible with all audio software.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Quick Setup presets<\/h2>\n

Completely transform your MOTU interface with one click<\/h3>\n

The Stage-B16 is so flexible, it can serve many roles \u2014 in the studio, on stage, and throughout an installation. The Quick Setup menu lets you instantly reconfigure the Stage-B16 for many common situations, from operation as a standard audio interface to serving as a network “snake” from one location to another. Once a preset is chosen, you can easily customize the routing grid and mixer settings to further suit your specific needs \u2014 and then save your own custom presets.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Technical Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Sample rates<\/td>\n44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mic inputs<\/td>\n16 x XLR mic inputs
\nPreamp gain: 0 to +63 dB (digitally controlled)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Analog outputs<\/td>\n8 x XLR line out
\nMax level: +20 dBu (digitally adjustable -4 to +20)
\n1 x 1\/4″ TRS stereo headphone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Digital output<\/td>\n2 x XLR female AES\/EBU out (4 ch) up to 96 kHz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total I\/O<\/td>\n16 in and 12 out (28 total) at 1x sample rates
\n16 in and 12 out (28 total) at 2x sample rates
\n16 in and 8 out (24 total) at 4x sample rates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Computer I\/O<\/td>\n1 x USB 2.0 audio class compliant
\nUSB 3.0 and iOS compatible
\n1 x AVB Ethernet (requires OS X Yosemite)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Computer I\/O channels<\/td>\nUSB 2.0 (44.1 to 48 kHz): 64 in\/out
\nUSB 2.0 (88.2 to 96 kHz): 32 in\/out
\nUSB 2.0 (176.4 to 192 kHz): 24 in\/out
\nAVB Ethernet: 16 to 128 in\/out, depending on
\nhost computer speed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MIDI I\/O<\/td>\n1 x MIDI IN
\n1 x MIDI OUT
\n16 MIDI channels to\/from computer host<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Headphone<\/td>\n1 x 1\/4″ TRS stereo phone (assignable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Phantom power<\/td>\n16 x individual +48V<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Network I\/O<\/td>\n1 x RJ45 AVB\/TSN Ethernet (100 Mbps)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AVB streams
\n(8 channels per stream)<\/td>\n		3 in \/ 3 out @ 44.1 or 48 kHz
\n2 in \/ 2 out @ 88.2 or 96 kHz
\n1 in \/ 1 out @ 176.4 or 192 kHz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Front panel<\/td>\n1 x 1\/4″ TRS headphone output
\n1 x digital rotary encoder \u2022 phone volume
\n2 x switches \u2022 (1) Mute All and (1) Show 48V
\n16 x activity LEDs \u2022 (16) input, (8) output, (2) AES
\n1 x female Ethernet ‘EtherCon’ port
\n2 x male XLR AES\/EBU outputs (4 channels)
\n8 x male XLR analog outputs
\n16 x female XLR mic inputs with indiv. 48V\/pad
\nRack-mount brackets and handles (optional)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power<\/td>\nInternational 100-240V autoswitching supply
\n50-60 Hz \u2022 0.5A max<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dimensions
\nand weight<\/td>\n		(width x depth x height, enclosure only)
\n19 x 7 x 3.5 inches
\n48.3 x 17.75 x 8.89 cm
\n5.0 lbs \/ 2.27 kg
\nwith rack brackets removed:
\n17.25 inches (43.8 cm) wide
\n4.7 lbs \/ 2.13 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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Mac System Requirements<\/h3>\n