QSC SLDAN-256-P – Q-SYS Software-Based Dante 256x256 Channel License (Perpetual)

Product Overview

The QSC SLDAN-256-P is a Q-SYS software-based Dante license that adds 256x256 channels of Dante network audio to a Q-SYS system without additional I/O hardware. This perpetual Dante channel license targets very large, enterprise-scale installations carrying extensive Dante device counts, and it activates entirely in software. As part of the Q-SYS ecosystem, software-based Dante delivers AES67-compatible network audio integration that scales with the project.

Product Description

Developed through a co-development effort with Audinate, software-based Dante leverages the open architecture and Intel processing headroom of the Q-SYS OS to extend native audio integration to Dante alongside Q-LAN, AES67, and other edge networks. The SLDAN-256-P enables 256x256 Dante channels with a simple software activation — no network I/O cards required — on a compatible Q-SYS Core such as the Core 510i. For the highest channel count, step up to the SLDAN-512-P.

Key Features

• 256x256 Dante channels — Adds 256 channels of Dante network audio in each direction to the Q-SYS system.
• No additional hardware — Activates in software; no network I/O cards or interface boxes required.
• Perpetual license — One-time license with no recurring subscription.
• AES67-compatible — Integrates Dante alongside native Q-LAN and AES67 within Q-SYS Designer workflows.
• Enterprise-scale integration — Supports very large Dante device counts across the networked audio system.

Typical Applications

• Large auditorium and stadium network audio
• House of worship multi-building campus systems
• Broadcast facility high-channel-count Dante routing
• Enterprise and government multi-zone deployments

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the SLDAN-256-P require any hardware?
No. Software-based Dante activates entirely in software on a compatible Q-SYS Core, with no network I/O cards or interface hardware required.

Is this a perpetual or subscription license?
The SLDAN-256-P is a perpetual license — a one-time purchase with no recurring subscription.

Can I add more Dante channels later?
Yes. Q-SYS software-based Dante is offered in multiple channel counts (8x8 up to 512x512), so you can right-size now and scale up as the installation grows.

How is the license delivered and supported?
The license is delivered electronically for activation in Q-SYS. For activation guidance, licensing questions, and support, contact Creation Networks.