Dynacord IX15:4-US – 4-Channel 1.5kW Networked DSP Amplifier

Product Overview

The Dynacord IX15:4 is a 4-channel networked DSP amplifier delivering 1.5 kW of total output power for fixed commercial AV installations that combine distributed audio and foreground sound. Built on powerTANK technology, this rack-mount amplifier drives both high-Z (70V/100V) and low-Z loudspeaker loads, making it a practical core for multi-zone networked audio. With 8x8 Dante and OMNEO (Dante audio plus OCA/AES70 control), the IX15:4 integrates directly into managed AV networks for centralized monitoring and control. It suits integrators standardizing on a single 96 kHz DSP amplifier platform across diverse room types.

Product Description

The IX15:4 occupies a single rack unit and combines four amplifier channels with a fully featured 96 kHz DSP engine, so signal routing, equalization, dynamics, and loudspeaker tuning are handled inside one device. Its 12 x 12 matrix mixer, FIR-Drive speaker processing, and Dynacord FX let a system designer build complete signal chains without external processors. Four mic/line inputs accept local sources directly or serve as Dante break-in points, while eight Dante inputs and eight Dante outputs carry networked audio across the install. The MXE-style TaskEngine adds system logic, scheduling, and automation for integration with third-party control. ghostPOWER over PoE keeps the DSP, Dante network, and mic/line inputs active independent of mains power, which protects paging and monitoring during AC interruptions. ecoRAIL energy management reduces operating cost in always-on deployments. The amplifier drives high-Z distributed lines and low-Z point-source or array loudspeakers, so a single unit can serve both background zones and a primary speech-reinforcement system. The IX15:4 is configured and controlled in SONICUE Sound System Software and can act as a SONICUE control server for WPN1 wall panels, the TPC-1 touch panel, and iOS or Windows devices. Integrators evaluating the broader Dynacord lineup can compare options across the Dynacord collection, and reference the higher-power two-channel Dynacord C3600FDi for large-format low-Z requirements.

Key Features

• 1.5 kW powerTANK output — Delivers 1.5 kW of total power across four channels for mixed high-Z and low-Z loudspeaker systems in one chassis.
• 8x8 Dante networking — Provides eight Dante inputs and eight Dante outputs for distributed audio transport across a managed AV network.
• OMNEO with OCA/AES70 — Combines Dante audio with standards-based OCA/AES70 remote control for monitoring and configuration over IP.
• 96 kHz DSP with matrix mixer — Runs a 12 x 12 matrix mixer with EQ, dynamics, FIR-Drive, and Dynacord FX so external processing is not required.
• High-Z and low-Z operation — Drives 70V and 100V distributed lines as well as low-impedance loudspeakers, covering background and foreground zones together.
• MXE-style TaskEngine — Adds scheduling, automation, and system logic for integration with third-party control systems.
• ghostPOWER over PoE — Maintains the DSP, Dante network, and mic/line inputs during mains loss using IEEE 802.3af PoE on the primary port.
• SONICUE control server — Configured in SONICUE and able to serve WPN1 wall panels, the TPC-1 touch panel, and iOS or Windows clients.
• 1U rack-mount chassis — Fits a single rack unit with front-to-rear temperature-controlled cooling for dense equipment racks.

Typical Applications

• Conference room
• Boardroom
• House of worship
• Government space
• Commercial meeting space
• Multi-purpose room
• Training room
• Auditorium
• All-hands room

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from the Dynacord IX15:4 datasheet. Data subject to change without notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the IX15:4 support Dante and OMNEO for AV system integration?
Yes. The IX15:4 provides 8x8 Dante audio transport and OMNEO with OCA/AES70 control, so it integrates into managed Dante networks for both audio routing and IP-based monitoring and configuration.

Can it drive both 70V/100V distributed lines and low-Z loudspeakers?
Yes. powerTANK technology allows each channel to operate in high-Z (70V/100V) Direct Drive mode or low-Z mode, so one amplifier can serve distributed background zones and foreground speech reinforcement.

How is the amplifier configured and controlled?
The IX15:4 is configured in Dynacord SONICUE Sound System Software and can serve as a SONICUE control server for WPN1 wall panels, the TPC-1 touch panel, and iOS or Windows devices.

What happens to the system during a mains power interruption?
ghostPOWER over PoE keeps the DSP, Dante network, and mic/line inputs active independent of mains power, which preserves signal presence and network connectivity during AC loss.

What rack space does it require?
The IX15:4 is a 1U rack-mount unit measuring 483 x 44.1 x 447 mm with front-to-rear forced-air cooling suitable for installation in standard equipment racks.

What inputs are available for local sources?
It has four mic/line inputs on Euroblock connectors with 0 to 60 dB gain and switchable +48 V phantom power, and these can also serve as Dante break-in points to the network.

Does Creation Networks provide support and warranty service?
Yes. Creation Networks supplies Dynacord IX series amplifiers with manufacturer warranty and can assist with product selection and AV system integration questions.