Allen & Heath DX168 - 16 XLR Input / 8 XLR Output 96kHz Portable DX Expander
Allen & Heath DX168 - 16 XLR Input / 8 XLR Output 96kHz Portable DX Expander
Allen & Heath DX168 Stage Box 16x8 Digital Snake Expander dLive SQ Avantis 96kHz
🔌 Professional Digital Snake / Stage Box Expansion
The Allen & Heath DX168 is a rugged, portable 16x8 remote I/O expander, designed to seamlessly integrate with dLive, Avantis, SQ mixers, and AHM-64 systems.
Perfect for:
✔ Live sound & touring
✔ Houses of worship
✔ Corporate AV
✔ Education & installed systems
⚡ Key Features & Specs
16 Remote Mic Preamps (XLR) with Phantom Power LEDs
8 XLR Line Outputs
96kHz high-resolution audio
Single Cat5e connection (up to 100m)
Dual EtherCon ports (redundant or daisy-chain)
Plug-and-play operation (no IP configuration required)
Compatible with dLive, Avantis, SQ, AHM-64
🎯 Why the DX168 Stands Out
Simple setup – one cable for full I/O
Highly portable – ideal for mobile rigs
Scalable system design – link multiple units
Reliable redundant connection options
Perfect companion for SQ, Avantis & dLive consoles
🔗 Connectivity & Expansion
Daisy-chain up to multiple DX168 units
Redundant connection support (dLive systems)
Works with Allen & Heath SLink ecosystem
Compatible with CAT5e / CAT6 cables
🏗 Build & Design
Rugged chassis with rubber bumpers
Built-in carry handle
Floor or rack-mount use (optional 19” kit)
Lightweight and road-ready (~4.8kg)
🚚 Shipping / Pickup
Fast, secure shipping available
Local pickup NJ / PA
Local delivery
Professional packing
💰 Bundle Deals Available
Ask about:
SQ / Avantis / dLive console packages
Multiple stage box systems
Complete live sound rigs
With dLive
Up to 6 DX168 units can be connected directly to a dLive system – 4 via the MixRack and 2 via the Surface – allowing up to 96 remote inputs and 48 remote outputs in addition to those provided by the MixRack and Surface. More units can be connected via the dLive DX Link card or DX Hub.
With Avantis
Two units can be daisy chained and connected directly to an Avantis SLink port. Up to 16 DX168 units can be added to an Avantis system via DX Link card and/or DX Hubs.
With SQ
Two units can be daisy chained and connected directly to an SQ SLink port, with the optional SLink card for SQ enabling more connections. For a more distributed system, a DX Hub can handle up to 8 DX168 units which can be freely patched to the SQ’s 48 input channels.
With AHM-64
Two units can be daisy chained and connected directly to an AHM-64 SLink port. Up to 8 DX168 units can be added to an AHM-64 system via a DX Hub and freely patched to the 64 input channels.
Ergonomic handles make carrying easy and quick.
16 Mic Preamps on XLR with Phantom Power status LEDs
8 XLR Line Outs
Compatible with dLive S Class and dLive C Class hardware
Cascade mode allows daisy-chaining of 2 DX168 Expanders for additional I/O
Redundant DX connection to compatible dLive hardware
Optional 19-inch rack mount kit available
Plug and Play – no IP addressing required
Compatible with CAT5e (or higher) cables of up to 100m
Rubber bumpers
Carry handle
