Dynacord IX60:8-US – 8-Channel 6kW Networked DSP Amplifier

Product Overview

The Dynacord IX60:8 is an 8-channel networked DSP amplifier delivering 6 kW of total output power for high-density, high-output commercial AV installations. Built on powerTANK technology, this rack-mount amplifier drives both high-Z (70V/100V) and low-Z loudspeaker loads across eight channels from a single rack unit. With 8x8 Dante and OMNEO (Dante audio plus OCA/AES70 control), the IX60:8 integrates directly into managed AV networks for centralized control of distributed audio. It gives system designers the highest channel-and-power density in the IX series for large multi-zone venues.

Product Description

The IX60:8 fits a single rack unit and combines eight high-output amplifier channels with a fully featured 96 kHz DSP engine, consolidating routing, equalization, dynamics, and loudspeaker tuning inside one device. Its 16 x 16 matrix mixer, FIR-Drive speaker processing, and Dynacord FX let a system designer build complete signal chains for many zones without external processors. Eight mic/line inputs accept local sources directly or act as Dante break-in points, while eight Dante inputs and eight Dante outputs carry networked audio across the install. The MXE-style TaskEngine handles 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, protecting paging and monitoring during AC interruptions. ecoRAIL energy management lowers operating cost in always-on deployments. With 6 kW of total power across eight channels, the IX60:8 supports demanding distributed audio and reinforcement zones simultaneously where both high channel count and high output are required. The amplifier 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 comparing models can review the full Dynacord collection, and reference the two-channel Dynacord C3600FDi for high-power dual-channel low-Z requirements.

Key Features

• 8 channels, 6 kW in 1U — Provides eight independent high-output amplifier channels with 6 kW total power for demanding multi-zone systems in a single rack unit.
• 16 x 16 matrix mixer — Runs a fully featured 96 kHz DSP with a 16 x 16 matrix mixer, EQ, dynamics, FIR-Drive, and Dynacord FX so external processing is not required.
• 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 IP-based monitoring and configuration.
• High-Z and low-Z operation — Drives 70V and 100V distributed lines as well as low-impedance loudspeakers across all eight channels.
• Eight mic/line inputs — Accepts eight local mic or line sources that can also serve as Dante break-in points to the network.
• 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.

Typical Applications

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

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from the Dynacord IX60:8 datasheet. Data subject to change without notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the IX60:8 support Dante and OMNEO for AV system integration?
Yes. The IX60:8 provides 8x8 Dante audio transport and OMNEO with OCA/AES70 control, so it integrates into managed Dante networks for audio routing and IP-based monitoring and configuration.

What makes the IX60:8 the top of the IX series?
It combines eight high-output channels and 6 kW total power with a 16 x 16 matrix mixer in 1U, providing the highest channel-and-power density in the line for large multi-zone venues.

Can it drive both 70V/100V distributed lines and low-Z loudspeakers?
Yes. powerTANK technology lets each of the eight channels operate in high-Z (70V/100V) Direct Drive mode or low-Z mode.

How is the amplifier configured and controlled?
The IX60:8 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, preserving signal presence and network connectivity during AC loss.

How many local inputs does it provide?
It has eight mic/line inputs on Euroblock connectors with 0 to 60 dB gain and switchable +48 V phantom power, usable directly or as Dante break-in points.

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.