Sound Devices Astral ARX16 8- to 16-Channel Wireless Receiver

RF Performance

A global tuning range covers most of the world's legal wireless spectrum, and an onboard spectrum analyser speeds up frequency coordination on site. Long-range remote control reaches every paired transmitter, including full power-down from the receiver.

Connectivity

Audio goes out natively over Dante, with dual DB-25 connectors also carrying up to 16 channels of mic, line, or AES for productions that need a hard-wired backup path. Power can come from PoE+, DC, an 8-Series mixer, or AC mains, giving some flexibility in cart and rack builds.

Control and Workflow

A 6.2-inch touchscreen handles day-to-day monitoring, and the same receiver can be controlled entirely from a browser over the network for remote operation. Docking with an 8-Series mixer-recorder is tool-free for quick rig changes.

Applications

Fits touring and location sound rigs, theatre productions, and broadcast setups needing a compact multichannel receiver. Its Dante output shares a network footprint with Dante-equipped consoles and processors already in a rig.

Key Specifications

• Channel Count: 8 channels standard, expandable to 12 or 16 via software licence
• Diversity: True-diversity receiver
• Tuning Range: 169-1525 MHz (SpectraBand)
• Digital Outputs: Native Dante, expandable to 32 channels
• Analogue/AES Outputs: Dual DB-25 connectors, 16 channels of mic, line, or AES
• Rack Size: Half-rack, 8.0 x 6.6 x 1.6 inch
• Powering: PoE+, DC input, 8-Series, or AC mains (optional adapter)
• Remote Control: NexLink; browser-based Web App control
• Display: 6.2 inch colour OLED touchscreen with integrated RTSA