ASHLY DANTE-32 32-Channel Dante Network Audio Interface Module

Product Overview

The Ashly DANTE-32 is a 32-channel Dante network audio interface module designed for installation in the Ashly digiMIX24 digital mixing console, adding full Dante AoIP (Audio over IP) capability to the digiMIX24's optional digital multi-channel expansion bay. It enables the digiMIX24 to transmit and receive up to 32 channels of audio over a standard Ethernet network infrastructure using the Dante protocol, allowing integration with any other Dante-enabled device in the system including processors, amplifiers, stage boxes, and recording interfaces.

Product Description

The DANTE-32 installs into the digiMIX24's dedicated digital multi-channel option card bay, a slot specifically designed to accept optional expansion modules. Once installed, the DANTE-32 appears within the digiMIX24's channel assignment and routing system, allowing individual Dante network audio channels to be assigned to any input or output in the mixer's signal flow. This lets the digiMIX24 serve as a networked mixing hub in larger AV systems, receiving audio from Dante-enabled stage boxes, digital snakes, or other sources over standard CAT cable infrastructure rather than analog or digital multicore runs.

Dante is a widely adopted professional AV networking protocol that transports multiple channels of uncompressed digital audio over standard Gigabit Ethernet with low, consistent latency. Systems using Dante can route audio between any devices on the same network using the free Dante Controller software on a PC or Mac, creating flexible virtual patchbay connections across the entire installation without additional hardware. The DANTE-32 enables the digiMIX24 to participate fully in Dante-enabled AV systems as either a source or destination for up to 32 channels of network audio. Compatible applications include live sound venues with networked stage boxes, houses of worship with distributed audio systems, broadcast facilities, and any installation where audio distribution over existing network cabling is required.

Key Features

• 32-Channel Dante AoIP Interface — Adds 32-channel Dante network audio capability to the Ashly digiMIX24 digital mixing console.
• digiMIX24 Option Card Compatibility — Installs directly into the digiMIX24's dedicated digital multi-channel expansion bay.
• Network Audio over Standard Ethernet — Transports audio over standard Gigabit Ethernet infrastructure using the industry-standard Dante protocol.
• 32 Receive and Transmit Channels — Bidirectional Dante connectivity for up to 32 channels in each direction.
• Dante Controller Compatible — Managed via free Dante Controller software on any PC or Mac on the network.
• Eliminates Long Analog Runs — Replaces multi-core analog or digital snake cabling with standard CAT Ethernet for audio distribution.
• Integrates with Any Dante Device — Connects the digiMIX24 to any Dante-enabled processor, amplifier, stage box, or recording interface on the same network.

Typical Applications

• Live sound venues adding Dante network audio to the digiMIX24
• House of worship installations with Dante-networked distributed audio systems
• School and educational facilities using network audio distribution
• Broadcast and recording studios requiring Dante source integration
• Performance venues replacing analog snake runs with Ethernet infrastructure
• Commercial AV installations with multi-room Dante audio routing

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the DANTE-32 do?

The DANTE-32 adds 32-channel Dante network audio capability to the Ashly digiMIX24 mixing console. Once installed in the digiMIX24's option card bay, it allows the console to send and receive up to 32 audio channels over standard Gigabit Ethernet, connecting with any other Dante-enabled device on the same network.

Is the DANTE-32 compatible with any mixer other than the digiMIX24?

No. The DANTE-32 is specifically designed for the Ashly digiMIX24's dedicated digital multi-channel expansion bay and is not compatible with other mixer brands or models.

What cabling is required to use the DANTE-32?

The DANTE-32 connects to the network via standard Gigabit Ethernet (CAT5e or CAT6 cable). No specialized audio cabling is required. For larger systems with multiple Dante devices, a Gigabit-capable managed switch is recommended.

What software is used to route Dante audio channels?

Dante routing between devices is managed using the free Dante Controller application, available for Windows and Mac from Audinate. Within the digiMIX24 itself, Dante channels are assigned to mixer inputs and outputs through the console's channel assignment interface.

Can the DANTE-32 be installed in the field, or must it be factory-installed?

The DANTE-32 is a field-installable option card that can be installed into an existing digiMIX24. Refer to the digiMIX24 manual for option card installation instructions.