The Phoenix 8x8 Dante Audio Bridge (TAV-PHOENIX88) is a compact, professional-grade audio interface with 8 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs over Euroblock connectors, purpose-built for AV, broadcast, and live production environments. Featuring dual Dante® network ports for redundancy, triple power inputs, full DSP control via WebGUI, and 48V phantom power on all inputs, the Phoenix 8x8 delivers unmatched performance and flexibility in a 1RU form factor with Turtle Ears for rack mounting. It is TAA compliant and backed by a 5-year advance replacement warranty.

Key Features

  • 8×8 Dante Audio Bridging: Eight analog Euroblock inputs to Dante and eight Dante outputs to analog Euroblock connectors.
  • 48V Phantom Power: Enabled on all eight mic/line Euroblock inputs for condenser microphone compatibility.
  • Built-in Mic Preamps: Individual gain control per input allows fine-tuned adjustment for any source.
  • Dual Dante Network Ports: Primary and Secondary RJ45 ports (with PoE) for stream redundancy and failover.
  • Triple Power Redundancy: Supports dual PoE plus 12V DC locking power connector for ultimate uptime.
  • Full DSP via WebGUI: Manage input gain, 8-band parametric EQ, delay control, presets, and system settings from an intuitive browser interface.
  • Advanced Control: Supports Dante Controller, WebGUI, API, DHCP/static IP, firmware updates, and Telnet configuration.
  • Turtle Aqua Design: All-metal chassis with 1RU rack-mountable form factor (Turtle Ears included).
  • Total Dante Compatibility: Integrates with Dante Controller, Virtual Soundcard (DVS), Domain Manager, Director, and Connect.
  • TAA Compliant & 5-Year Warranty:Suitable for UK public sector and supported with advance replacement cover.

Specifications

Input 8 × balanced/unbalanced analog audio via Euroblock with 48V Phantom Power and mic preamps
Output 8 × analog outputs from Dante via Euroblock
Audio Processing Input gain, 8-band parametric EQ, delay control, 5 user presets
Control Dante Controller, WebGUI, API, DHCP/static IP configuration
Input Sensitivity –35 dBV / –18 dBV / 0 dBV / +4 dBu / +14 dBu / +24 dBu
Output Gain Options –18 dBV / 0 dBV / +4 dBu / +14 dBu / +20 dBu
Line-Up Level Adjustable global 0 dBFS reference levels
Sample Rate 48 kHz / 96 kHz (SRC at 48 kHz)
Signal Latency 18 ms
Audio Latency Configurable: 1 ms / 2 ms / 5 ms via Dante Controller
Network Interface 2 × RJ45 (Primary/Secondary Dante) with PoE, Neutrik etherCON
Network Bandwidth 100 Mbps
ESD Protection IEC 61000-4-2: ±8 kV air, ±4 kV contact
Mechanical
Housing All-metal enclosure, Turtle Aqua finish
Dimensions 1RU 19″ rack-mountable (Turtle Ears included)
Power Supply PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 (via both network ports), 12V DC (locking)
Power Consumption ~3.96 W
Operating Temperature 32–104 °F (0–40 °C)
Relative Humidity 20–90 % RH (non-condensing)
Compliance TAA, RoHS, CE, FCC, WEEE
Warranty 5-Year advance replacement warranty