TASCAM SB-16D 16-Input/16-Output Dante Analog Converter

TASCAM SB-16D Dante-networked 16-in/16-out stage boxes offer all the advantages of Dante networking, combined with seamless integration with TASCAM Sonicview recording mixers. Offering the same performance and hardware quality as TASCAM Sonicview recording and live mixers, the stage boxes can be used as a floor stage box or rack mounted, and multiple stage boxes can be used simultaneously in a Dante network.

When a SB-16D stage box is connected to a TASCAM Sonicview 16XP or 24XP recording mixer, microphone gain can be remotely controlled from the mixing console, and all SB-16D I/O comes up on the TASCAM Sonicview VIEW touch screens for hassle-free ease of use. In addition, the SB-16D is equipped with 8-in/8-out GPIOs, which expand to 16-in/16-out GPIOs when connected to a TASCAM Sonicview recording mixer, facilitating parallel control.

Easily accommodate large ensembles and extensive installed Dante systems using the SB-16D's 16 XLR mic/line inputs and 16 XLR line outputs. Need more I/O? Simply network multiple SB-16Ds. The mic/line inputs are extremely quiet, achieving a -128 dBu EIN with a +32 dBu maximum input level. Each input channel has +48V phantom power and an SIG OL LED for input-level monitoring. Each line output also is equipped with SIG OL LEDs. The SB-16D supports Dante Domain Manager in addition to AES67 and SMPTE ST 2110 interoperability. Two Dante ports equipped with etherCON-compatible Dante connectors enable redundant streams with robust connections. For additional system reliability, a DC power input is provided that supports a redundant power supply (not included).

As in TASCAM Sonicview recording mixers, each SB-16D microphone input feeds a TASCAM Class 1 HDIA (High Definition Instrumentation Architecture) preamp—the finest mic preamp TASCAM has ever made. Thanks to an instrumentation amplifier with extremely good noise characteristics in the first stage, Class 1 HDIA microphone preamps exhibit excellent EIN, signal-to-noise ratio, distortion ratio, and frequency response. The mic inputs can accept up to +32 dBu signals, providing plenty of headroom for sudden level increases. As with TASCAM Sonicview recording mixers, the SB-16D uses 32-bit analog-to-digital converters and a 96 kHz sampling frequency. Repeated internal and external evaluations were conducted to fine-tune the SB-16D, ensuring best-in-class sound that will never disappoint.

Whether your SB-16D is onstage, backstage, in a control room, or in an equipment closet, you're always in full control with the free TASCAM IO Control software for macOS, Windows, and iPadOS. Manage your stage box from virtually anywhere in the venue, even when the SB-16D is used in standalone mode.

TASCAM SB-16D Features

• 16 in/16 out Dante enabled stage box with redundancy
• 16 XLR mic/line inputs with +48 phantom power and SIG OL LED input signal/overload indicators
• 16 XLR line outputs with SIG OL LED output signal indicators
• Up to 96 kHz sampling and 32-bit precision
• Supports both floor installation and 3U rack mounting
• Supports both floor installation and 3U rack mounting
• Fully controllable from connected TASCAM Sonicview mixers
• Remote control and offline editing using TASCAM IO Control app for macOS, Windows, and iPadOS
• Equipped with DC input and supports redundant power supply (DC power supply not included)
• Equipped with 8 in/8 out expansion GPIO terminals, expandable to 16 in/16 out when connected to a TASCAM Sonicview mixer
• Switchable reference level
• Equipped with etherCON compatible connectors as Dante connection
• Dante Domain Manager support
• AES67 interoperability
• SMPTE ST 2110 interoperability

• SB-16D 16-input/16-output Dante analog converter1
• Power cord1
• Rack mount angle (mounting screw) set1
• Rack mount screw kit1

• Audio Performance
  • Mic Amp EIN: -128dBu or less
  • Frequency Response (Mic Line In to Dante Out)
  • 20Hz - 20kHz: +0 dB, -0.5 dB (48 kHz) (JEITA)
  • 20Hz - 40kHz: +0 dB, -1.0 dB (96 kHz) (JEITA)
  • Frequency Response (Dante In to Line Out)
  • 20Hz - 20kHz: +0 dB, -0.5 dB (48 kHz) (JEITA)
  • 20Hz - 40kHz: +0 dB, -1.0 dB (96 kHz) (JEITA)
  • Dynamic Range
  • 110 dB or more (MIC/LINE to DANTE, PAD = OFF, A.Ref = +4 dBu, GAIN = 12, JEITA)
  • 111 dB or more (DANTE to LINE OUT, 48 kHz sampling frequency)
  • 112 dB or more (DANTE to LINE OUT, 96 kHz sampling frequency)
  • Distortion
  • 0.002 % or less (MIC/LINE IN to DANTE, Input at +4 dBu, PAD = OFF, A.Ref = +4 dBu, GAIN = 12, JEITA)
  • 0.002 % or less (DANTE to LINE OUT, Output at 0 dBFS, JEITA)
  • Crosstalk: 100 dB or more (MIC/LINE to LINE OUT, 1 kHz sine wave, JEITA)
• INPUT 1-16 Jacks
  • Connectors: XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
  • Input Levels (Pad Off)
  • Max. Input Level: +12 dBu (TRIM at minimum)
  • Minimum Input Level: -62 dBu (TRIM at maximum)
  • Input Levels (Pad On)
  • Max. Input Level: +32 dBu (TRIM at minimum)
  • Minimum Input Level: -42 dBu (TRIM at maximum)
  • NOTE: +48V phantom power can be supplied to each MIC/ LINE input jack separately
• OUTPUT 1-16 jacks
  • Connectors: XLR-3-32 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
  • Output Impedance: 100 Ω
  • Nominal Output Level
  • +6 dBu (D.Ref: -9 dBFS, A.Ref:+6 dBu)
  • +4 dBu (D.Ref: -14/-16/-18/-20 dBFS, A.Ref: +4 dBu)
  • 0 dBu (D.Ref: -18/-20 dBFS, A.Ref: 0 dBu)
  • Max. Output Level
  • +15 dBu (D.Ref: -9 dBFS, A.Ref: +6 dBu)
  • +18 dBu (D.Ref: -18 dBFS, A.Ref: 0 dBu)
  • +20 dBu (D.Ref: -20 dBFS, A.Ref: 0 dBu)
  • +18 dBu (D.Ref: -14 dBFS, A.Ref: +4 dBu)
  • +20 dBu (D.Ref: -16 dBFS, A.Ref: +4 dBu)
  • +22 dBu (D.Ref: -18 dBFS, A.Ref: +4 dBu)
  • +24 dBu (D.Ref: -20 dBFS, A.Ref: +4 dBu)
  • D.Ref：Digital Reference Level setting
  • A.Ref：Analog Reference Level setting
• Dante PRIMARY / SECONDARY Connectors
  • Connector: etherCON Cat5e compatible connector
  • Transmission Protocol: Dante
  • Gigabit Ethernet Standard: 1000BASE-T（IEEE 802.3ab）
  • Cables: category 5e or faster STP cables
• GPIO Connector
  • Connector: 25-pin D-sub (8-in/8-out, female, inch-standard)
• Power
  • AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
  • External power supply (DC 11-27V/4-2A)
  • DC voltage/current range: 11V/4A − 27V/2A
• Power Consumption44W
• Operating Temperature Range32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Dimensions (WxHxD)17.9" x 7.1" x 5.5" (with standard feet attached)
• Weight9.9 pounds