The Avid VENUE | Stage 16 is a compact, high-performance remote I/O rack engineered to seamlessly distribute and expand the input and output capacity of any VENUE | S6L digital mixing system. Housed in a ruggedized, space-saving 4U chassis featuring dual-purpose rack ears that double as convenient carrying handles, it is built to survive demanding stage floors, orchestra pits, and side-of-stage installations.

Out of the box, the Stage 16 features 16 pristine analog XLR inputs equipped with remotely controlled studio-grade microphone preamplifiers, 8 analog XLR line outputs, and 4 channels of digital audio distribution via 2 stereo AES3 outputs. Running at a crystal-clear 96 kHz sample rate, it utilizes advanced Ethernet AVB connectivity over reliable, locking etherCON network ports to run pristine audio data up to 100 meters over inexpensive Cat5e cable. Engineered with a sliding hardware Master Mute switch and flexible networking capabilities, this versatile stage box delivers uncompromised system resilience for small-to-mid-sized live productions, broadcast environments, house of worship installations, and theatrical touring.

Key Features

• Compact High-Density I/O: Packs 16 premium mic/line inputs, 8 analog outputs, and 4 channels of AES3 digital output into a portable, floor-friendly design.
• Pristine Audio Architecture: Operates at a native 96 kHz sample rate with remotely controlled preamps for uncompromised audio transparency.
• Flexible Network Topologies: Supports both Redundant Ring and Star network configurations via specialized AVB infrastructure like Luminex GigaCore switches.
• Instant Stage-Floor Safety: Features a physical, sliding Master Mute switch on the front panel to instantly silence all local box outputs during cable re-patches.
• Enterprise-Grade Support: Backed by a 3-Year Avid Advantage Elite Live Support Plan for 24/7 priority phone and web assistance.

Technical Specifications

• Form Factor: 4RU Rack / Floor Stage Box
• Analog Inputs: 16 x XLR Mic/Line inputs with remotely controlled preamps and phantom power
• Analog Outputs: 8 x XLR line-level outputs
• Digital Outputs: 4 channels total via 2 x XLR stereo AES3 connectors
• Sample Rate: 96 kHz (when connected to S6L systems)
• Network Ports: 2 x Gigabit Ethernet AVB ports with latching etherCON connectors
• Hardware Interface Controls: Power and status LEDs, device Identify flashing feature, and a sliding Master Mute switch
• Power Infrastructure: Single internal universal PSU (100V to 240V nominal, 0.6A)