Q-SYS CORE 8 FLEX Network and Analog I/O DSP Processor
Q-SYS CORE 8 FLEX Network and Analog I/O DSP Processor
SoundPro Item: 92488 | Part Number: CORE 8 FLEX
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- 64x64 Q-LAN/AES67 And Software Dante Network Audio For Flexible Signal Routing
- 8-Channel Acoustic Echo Cancellation Ensures Intelligibility In Challenging Conference Rooms
- USB AV Bridging Supports All Major Web Conferencing Platforms And Camera Control
- Full Q-SYS Control Engine Enables Third-Party Device Integration And Automation
- Scalable License Architecture Expands Features Without Replacing Configuration Files
- 8 GPIO On-Ramps Integrate Analog Control Devices Into The Q-SYS Ecosystem
- 1U Half-Width Form Factor With Included Mounting Hardware For Flexible Installation
The Q-SYS Core 8 Flex is built for AV integrators who need full-featured in-room processing without dedicating a full rack space to a processor with unused I/O. Running on the same Q-SYS software foundation as the broader Core processor lineup, it gives integrators access to the complete Q-SYS Designer workflow, native peripheral support, and a scalable architecture that accepts firmware-delivered feature upgrades without requiring a configuration rebuild. It fits demanding conference room, huddle space, and multi-zone installed audio applications where both analog and networked endpoints must coexist on the same platform.
For AV engineers managing web conferencing deployments, the Core 8 Flex delivers eight channels of acoustic echo cancellation, two VoIP softphone instances, software-based Dante with 8x8 channels included and licensable up to 32x32, and USB AV bridging compatible with all major conferencing applications. Camera control is supported through the same USB bridge, making it a practical single-processor solution for larger or acoustically difficult rooms that demand more signal processing headroom than a basic USB speakerphone can provide.
Beyond conferencing, the processor supports full paging and background music distribution, automation, system monitoring, and third-party device control through its built-in control engine. Eight GPIO on-ramps extend analog control integration into the Q-SYS ecosystem. Q-SYS Scaling Licenses allow targeted expansion of Dante channel counts, recording capacity, NM-T1 touchscreen support, and collaboration features as project requirements grow, protecting the initial investment across future system changes.
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FAQs
Q: What is the Q-SYS Core 8 Flex used for?
A: The Q-SYS Core 8 Flex is an AV&C (audio, video, and control) processor designed for in-room audio processing, web conferencing integration, paging, background music, and third-party device control. It is ideal for meeting rooms, conference spaces, and networked AV installations.
Q: How many network audio channels does the Core 8 Flex support?
A: It supports 64x64 networked audio channels via Q-LAN/AES67. It also includes 8x8 Dante channels, which can be licensed up to 32x32.
Q: Does the Q-SYS Core 8 Flex support acoustic echo cancellation (AEC)?
A: Yes. It includes 8 channels of hardware-based acoustic echo cancellation, making it well-suited for conference rooms and video collaboration spaces.
Q: Can the Core 8 Flex integrate with web conferencing platforms like Zoom or Microsoft Teams?
A: Yes. It features USB AV bridging with 8x8 audio and Q-SYS camera support, providing full integration with all major web conferencing applications.
Q: What are the Dante capabilities of the Q-SYS Core 8 Flex?
A: The Core 8 Flex includes software-based Dante with 8x8 channels included out of the box. This can be licensed up to 32x32 channels to support larger installations and modern networked microphones.
Q: What is the form factor of the Q-SYS Core 8 Flex?
A: It is a compact 1U half-width unit measuring 1.72 x 8.66 x 11.28 inches and weighing 4.0 lbs. It includes mounting hardware and is designed to save rack space without sacrificing functionality.
Q: Is the Q-SYS Core 8 Flex scalable?
A: Yes. Like all Q-SYS Core processors, the Core 8 Flex is built on a software-based platform. You can expand features such as Dante channel count, VoIP instances, and collaboration capabilities through Q-SYS Scaling Licenses — no hardware replacement required.
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