Overview
The DiGiCo D2-Rack is a 9U stage rack that gives SD series consoles a high channel count stage end at 48 kHz or 96 kHz. This version (D2ANM) is the analogue input model with BNC MADI connections: 48 mic/line inputs and 16 line outputs as standard.
Two spare eight channel output slots let you grow from 16 to 32 outputs with analogue line out or stereo AES out modules, or an Aviom output module that uses both slots. The two MADI ports give you options at 48 kHz: share the rack between two SD consoles for FOH and monitors, or feed a recording split. At 96 kHz the two ports combine into a single high resolution link with no reduction in I/O.
Dual redundant power supplies are fitted as standard, with front panel LEDs so you can see both are healthy. It suits production companies, venues and churches running SD consoles who want one rack to cover a full band stage.
Highlights
- 48 mic/line inputs and 16 line outputs as standard
- Expandable to 32 outputs with line, AES or Aviom modules
- Dual MADI ports on BNC for console sharing or recording splits
- Full I/O at 96 kHz over combined MADI
- Dual redundant PSUs as standard
- Compact 9U frame
Specifications
| Model | D2-Rack, 48 mic/line in, BNC MADI |
| Inputs | 48 mic/line |
| Outputs | 16 line, expandable to 32 |
| Output expansion | 2 x 8 channel slots: analogue line out, 4 ch stereo AES out, or Aviom (uses both slots) |
| MADI | 2 ports, BNC |
| Sample rates | 48 kHz or 96 kHz |
| Max input and output level | +22 dBu |
| Frequency response | ±0.6 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Mic EIN | Better than -126 dB |
| Converters | 24 bit A/D and D/A |
| Power | Dual redundant PSUs |
| Size | 9U, 482.6 x 248 x 399.2 mm |
Forefront Tip
BNC MADI is easy to repair in the field and runs on standard 75 ohm coax, but check your console end first: if your SD console uses DiGiCo Cat5e MADI you will want the Cat5e version of this rack instead. When splitting to a second console, decide early which desk controls the mic gain and set the other to use digital trim only.
