Description
Rackmount Mic-Level Passive Splitter
The OX8™ is an eight channel passive mic splitter designed to send the outputs of multiple microphones to three destinations at once, with transformer isolation and ground lifts to eliminate hum and buzz from ground loops.
Features
- Balanced 8-channel microphone signal splitter
- Delivers high quality audio without distortion
- Choice of Eclipse or premium Jensen transformers
- Eliminates hum and buzz caused by ground loops
Noise-free microphone splitting
The Radial OX8 is a professional audio tool that is equally at home on a live stage as it is in a broadcast studio, splitting eight microphone signals to multiple destinations simultaneously without noise or distortion, and eliminating hum and buzz from ground loops. Each channel is configured with a balanced input, a direct out which also serves as a return path for 48V phantom power, a thru-put with a ground lift switch, and a fully transformer-isolated output. The OX8 may be ordered with premium Jensen JT-MB-CPC transformers or Eclipse ET-MS10 transformers as an affordable alternative. Each channel also benefits from an ultra-short signal path and built in RF filters to ensure absolute quiet performance even in the most noise-prone environments.
OX8 Applications
- Using the OX8 to record a live show
- The OX8 is ideal for recording a live show. Simply connect the stage mics to the OX8 and split the signal from the OX8 to the recorder and the PA system. The transformers will isolate the recording system to eliminate hum and buzz caused by ground loops.
- Using the OX8 with a live PA system
- There is nothing more bothersome than hum and buzz coming at you through the stage monitors. The OX8 is easily configured to isolate the FOH and monitor consoles to ensure noise-free performance. Gang up as many as you need for 16 or more channels.
- Using the OX8 to broadcast a live event
- Go all the way by using the auxiliary out to feed the monitors and the isolated out to feed a broadcast truck. The OX8s amazing sound quality will deliver a distortion free feed to the broadcaster while enabling the PA system to work independently.
Specifications
The Radial OX8 is an 8-channel passive microphone splitter. The passive design enables a microphone to feed two or even three consoles at the same time. The transformer coupled output provides isolation to eliminate DC from travelling between mixers, thus reducing noise caused by ground loops. The result is exceptionally low noise in even the most difficult environments. A choice of Jensen or Radial transformer is offered, thus enabling the specifying engineer to select the transformer that best suits performance and budget criteria. The rest of the features are identical.
- Audio circuit type: Passive transformer based mic level splitter
- Transformer: choice of Jensen JT-MB-CPC or Radial Eclipse MS10
- Number of channels: 8
- Frequency response: Jensen 20Hz ~ 20KHz (+0dB/-0.2dB) | Radial 20Hz ~ 18KHz (+0dB/-3dB)
- Dynamic range: Jensen 140dB | Radial 140dB
- Total harmonic distortion: Jensen 0.003% @ 1kHz | Radial 0.005% @ 1kHz
- Phase Deviation: Jensen 0.7° @ 100Hz; 2.8° @ 20Hz | Radial 1° @ 100Hz; 5° @ 20Hz
- Input Impedance: 150 Ohms, balanced
- Output Impedance: 150 Ohms, balanced
- Common Mode Rejection Ratio: Jensen -115dB @ 60Hz | Radial 114dB @ 60Hz
- Maximum Input: Jensen +2dBu @ 20Hz | Radial +2dBu @ 20Hz
Features
- Input pad, Ground lift
- Input Connectors: XLR, Euroblock, DB-25
- Output Connectors: Euroblock, DB-25
General
- Construction: 14-gauge steel
- Size (L x W x D): 19" x 6" x 1.75" (48.25cm x 15.25cm x 4.45cm)
- Weight: 7.5lb (3.4 kg)
- Shipping size (L x W x D): 22" x 10.375" x 4.5" (55.9cm x 26.4cm x 11.4cm)
- Shipping weight: 8lb (3.63kg)
- Power: Passive, no power required
- Conditions: For use in dry locations only between 5°C and 40°C
- Warranty: Radial 3-year, transferable
