Soundcraft Dante Card 64x64 - Cat5 Dual Port
Description
Soundcraft Dante Card 64x64 - Cat5 Dual Port
This Dante Card 64x64 is a professional-grade networked audio interface that integrates into Si Series mixing consoles to expand your live rig's I/O beyond the console's hardware limits. The dual-port architecture with redundant connectivity keeps audio flowing reliably through network-based routing in high-stakes live and installed sound environments where a dropped connection costs the show.
Network Connectivity & Audio Capacity
The card features dual locking etherCON connectors for primary and secondary Dante ports, supporting both 100 Mbps and 1 Gigabit Ethernet standards. This delivers up to 64 channels of bidirectional digital audio, with flexible channel configuration via DIP switches that lets you scale down to 8x8 channels for tighter setups or simpler touring rigs.
Integration & Configuration
Full compatibility spans the Si Compact, Si Expression, Si Performer, and related Si Series consoles up to the Si3+. DIP switch controls enable quick channel count adjustment and clock source configuration, allowing you to reconfigure the card between gigs without software, external gear, or complex setup procedures—tear it down at midnight, rebuild it the next afternoon.
Key Features
- Dual locking etherCON Dante ports for primary and secondary connections
- Up to 64 channels of digital audio in each direction (64x64)
- Configurable channel count from 64x64 down to 8x8 via DIP switches
- Compatible with 100 Mbps and 1 Gigabit Ethernet
- DIP switch-based clock source configuration
- Designed for Si Compact console integration
- Designed for Si Expression console integration
- Designed for Si Performer console integration
- Compatible with Si Series consoles up to Si3+
- Professional-grade network audio routing for live and installed sound
- Redundant port architecture for critical installations
- Quick reconfiguration without external software requirements
The Soundcraft Dante Card 64x64 pairs extensive networked audio capacity with straightforward console integration, making it the reliable choice for touring rigs and fixed installations that demand flexible, stable digital audio distribution night after night.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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At a Glance
The Soundcraft Dante Card 64x64 is a professional networked audio interface that expands Si Series mixing consoles with up to 64 channels of bidirectional digital audio over redundant Dante connections. Built for live sound engineers and touring crews, it locks down audio routing reliability with dual etherCON ports, DIP-switch configuration, and no external software needed—keeping your rig road-ready and flexible for any venue or installed system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Soundcraft consoles does this card work with?
The Dante Card 64x64 is compatible with Si Series consoles, including Si Compact, Si Expression, Si Performer, and consoles up to the Si3+. Check your console's specifications to confirm it has a slot for this networked audio card.
What happens if one Dante port fails?
The dual-port, redundant architecture allows you to connect both a primary and secondary etherCON port so that if one network connection drops, audio continues to flow through the backup port, keeping your show or installation running without interruption.
Can I use fewer than 64 channels if I don't need that many?
Yes. DIP switches on the card let you reduce the channel count from 64x64 down to 8x8 channels, or any configuration in between, without needing external software or complex reprogramming.
What network speeds does it support?
The card supports both 100 Mbps and 1 Gigabit Ethernet over locking etherCON connectors, giving you flexibility to integrate into existing venue or studio networking infrastructure.
Do I need a computer or external software to set it up?
No. Configuration is handled entirely via DIP switches on the card for channel count and clock source, allowing quick reconfiguration on site without computers or software setup.