QSC QIO-AES8x8 Q-SYS peripheral providing 8 channels of AES3 digital audio input and output

Q-SYS QIO-AES8x8 AES3 Digital Audio I/O Expander

Streamlined AES3 Digital Audio Integration for Scalable AV Systems

The Q-SYS QIO-AES8x8 enhances your Q-SYS ecosystem by delivering native AES3 digital audio input and output capabilities. Designed to enable modular expansion, this compact network I/O expander allows seamless interoperability with non-networked digital devices—perfect for professional environments that demand high-performance, scalable AV integration.

Key Features and Benefits

• 8-Channel AES3 Audio I/O: Includes four (4) stereo AES3 digital inputs and four (4) stereo AES3 digital outputs, supporting 8 input and 8 output channels total.
• Distributed Network I/O Architecture: Decouples I/O from processing to support both centralized and distributed AV designs.
• Efficient Connectivity:
• Daisy-chain up to four QIO devices using a single network run.
• Local DC daisy-chained power or Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) capable.
• Space-Saving Design: Surface- or rack-mountable in a compact 1RU, quarter-width format.
• Q-SYS Native Integration:
• Fully manageable via Q-SYS Designer Software.
• Monitor and control remotely with Q-SYS Reflect Enterprise Manager.
• Flexible Deployment: Integrates easily with media servers, mixing consoles, DAWs, and digital playback/recording devices.

Ideal Applications

• Boardrooms
• Conference Rooms
• Government AV Installations
• Houses of Worship
• Commercial Meeting Spaces
• Training Rooms
• All-Hands Spaces
• Multi-Purpose Rooms
• Higher Education Lecture Halls

Why Choose the QIO-AES8x8?

• True Q-SYS Native Integration: No third-party drivers or bridging hardware required.
• Maximized Network Efficiency: Reduces network port usage and installation complexity.
• Future-Proof Design: Supports modular system scaling and Q-SYS Cores with limited onboard I/O.
• Rapid Deployment: Intuitive drag-and-drop setup in Q-SYS Designer Software.
• Simplified Maintenance: Compatible with Q-SYS cloud-based remote management tools for centralized monitoring.

Competitor Comparison – Why It Excels

• Modular Flexibility: Unlike many fixed-format DSPs, the QIO-AES8x8 supports scalable I/O configurations tailored to your space.
• Fully Integrated Software Ecosystem: Provides unified control, monitoring, and diagnostics in a single platform.
• Low Footprint, High Performance: Compact form factor with professional-grade digital audio performance.
• Simplified Cabling: Daisy-chainable power and data for reduced infrastructure overhead.
• Q-SYS Ecosystem Support: Optimized for modern AV system architecture with built-in cloud readiness.

Comparison Table