Soundcraft A520.002000SP - AES/EBU Expanion Card with 4-Inputs/4-Outputs and XLR Connectors for Si Series

The Soundcraft A520.002000SP AES/EBU Expansion Card is an XLR-based digital audio interface designed to expand the input and output capabilities of Soundcraft Si Series digital mixing consoles. This card provides two pairs of AES/EBU inputs and outputs, offering a total of 4 inputs and 4 outputs in the widely-used AES/EBU digital format. The addition of this card enhances the Si Series consoles' flexibility in connecting to other professional audio equipment, such as digital effects processors, recorders, or broadcast equipment, ensuring seamless integration with high-end audio systems.

AES/EBU (Audio Engineering Society/European Broadcasting Union) is the industry-standard format for transmitting high-quality, uncompressed digital audio signals over XLR connectors. The A520.002000SP card enables Si Series consoles to send and receive digital audio in this format, maintaining pristine sound quality without the need for analog-to-digital or digital-to-analog conversions, which can degrade signal integrity. This is especially beneficial for studio recording, live sound reinforcement, and broadcast applications where maintaining the highest audio fidelity is crucial.

With 4 channels of input and 4 channels of output, the Soundcraft A520.002000SP AES/EBU card is ideal for connecting external digital audio devices to the console. This makes it perfect for setups where you need to interface with digital outboard gear, such as mastering processors, external effects units, or other digital audio consoles. The AES/EBU format allows the transfer of high-resolution audio (up to 24-bit/96kHz) over standard XLR cables, providing low-noise, high-quality audio transmission with minimal signal loss.

The XLR connectors on the A520.002000SP card are robust and reliable, ensuring secure and stable connections in both live and studio environments. The card's design ensures that users can easily integrate it into existing setups without complicated configurations. Once installed into the expansion slot of a compatible Si Series console, the card allows the console to communicate directly with AES/EBU-equipped devices, streamlining the workflow and eliminating the need for additional external converters.

The A520.002000SP AES/EBU Expansion Card is compatible with a wide range of Soundcraft Si Series consoles, including the Si Expression, Si Performer, Si Compact, and Si Impact models. Its seamless integration ensures that users can take advantage of the digital I/O features without having to install any external drivers or make complex system adjustments. The card works right out of the box, offering true plug-and-play functionality for quick and hassle-free setup in live sound or studio environments.

One of the key benefits of adding an AES/EBU expansion card to an Si Series console is the ability to interface with modern digital equipment while preserving audio quality. Many professional audio devices now come equipped with AES/EBU connections, and the A520.002000SP allows you to take full advantage of these connections for both input and output, ensuring a streamlined and fully digital signal path from the source to the destination.

The AES/EBU format also supports long cable runs, making it ideal for both stage and studio environments where equipment may be spread out across a venue. This means that users can connect their Si Series console to AES/EBU devices located at a distance without worrying about signal degradation, providing greater flexibility in system design and installation.

Furthermore, the Soundcraft A520.002000SP AES/EBU Expansion Card is designed for durability and reliability. Its high-quality components and construction ensure long-lasting performance in demanding professional audio environments. Whether you're using the card in a live sound setting, a broadcast control room, or a recording studio, you can count on the A520.002000SP to deliver consistent, high-fidelity audio performance every time.

In terms of applications, the A520.002000SP is ideal for audio engineers and technicians who need to integrate digital audio equipment into their sound systems while maintaining the highest audio quality. The card's ability to provide 4 channels of AES/EBU input and output makes it suitable for connecting to high-end effects processors, broadcast consoles, digital recorders, and other professional audio devices that require AES/EBU connectivity.

For engineers working in live sound, the card allows the console to communicate with digital equipment at front-of-house or on stage, providing a seamless link between digital devices and the mixing console. In studio environments, the card ensures that digital signals can be routed between the console and digital recording or mastering equipment with minimal latency and zero signal degradation. Broadcast engineers will appreciate the card's ability to integrate with digital broadcast systems, ensuring clean and clear audio transmission from the console to the broadcast feed.

The Soundcraft A520.002000SP AES/EBU Expansion Card is the perfect solution for expanding the digital connectivity of your Si Series console, providing high-quality AES/EBU inputs and outputs with XLR connectors, and ensuring reliable, professional-grade audio performance for a variety of demanding audio applications.

Features

• Provides 2 pairs of AES/EBU inputs and outputs (4-in/4-out) for digital audio connectivity
• XLR connectors ensure secure, reliable connections in live, studio, or broadcast environments
• Supports high-resolution digital audio (up to 24-bit/96kHz) for pristine sound quality
• Seamlessly integrates with Soundcraft Si Series consoles including Si Expression, Si Performer, Si Compact, and Si Impact
• Ideal for connecting external digital audio equipment such as effects processors, mastering units, and broadcast gear
• Maintains signal integrity with minimal latency and no need for external analog-to-digital converters
• Allows long cable runs for flexible stage and studio setups without signal degradation
• Plug-and-play installation for easy integration and operation
• Durable construction ensures reliable performance in professional audio environments
• Perfect for live sound, studio recording, and broadcast applications requiring high-quality digital audio transmission

Specifications

• Compatibility: Si Series