The DX32 Expander adds remote, modular I/O to a dLive, AHM, Avantis, SQ, or Qu* system. Four 8-channel slots accept a selection of analogue, AES digital, or PRIME I/O cards — build exactly the I/O you need.
*96kHz Qu models only
Modular
Configurable I/O
Mix and match I/O cards across 4 × 8-channel slots. Analogue, AES digital and PRIME cards can be combined freely.
Reliability
Built-In Redundancy
Redundant cable connection and hot-swappable redundant PSU option for mission-critical applications.
Premium
PRIME Ready
Supports next-generation PRIME I/O modules for the highest levels of preamp and converter performance.
Setup
Plug-and-Play
No configuration required — connect to your mixer and go. Firmware updates handled automatically by the host.
Modular Design
Build Your Own I/O
The modular design of the DX32 lets you build exactly the expander you need. Each of the 4 slots accepts an 8-channel input or output card, with analogue XLR, AES3 digital, and PRIME options all available.
Cards can be mixed freely across slots — combine analogue inputs with AES outputs, or add PRIME cards for studio-grade conversion alongside standard analogue I/O.
Flexibility
Put It Where You Need It
The DX32 can be placed up to 100m from the mixer, connecting via a single Cat5e cable through a secure locking EtherCon port. Integrated rack ears allow mounting in a 4U 19" rack space.
A second locking EtherCon port provides redundant connection to compatible hardware or daisy-chaining via DX Hub for further expansion.
Reliability
Built-In Redundancy
The DX32 supports dual-cable redundant connection to compatible mixers as well as DX Link and DX Hub topologies. A second PSU port accepts a redundant power supply, and both PSUs are hot-swappable — no need to power down.
Designed for the most demanding live and install environments where downtime is not an option.
PRIME I/O
Next-Generation Conversion
DX32 is the home for PRIME — Allen & Heath's next-generation I/O modules featuring DC coupled gain stages, 32-bit/96kHz ADC/DAC, hand-tuned preamps and full metal shielding. Drop PRIME cards into any slot for a dramatic step up in audio performance.
Available I/O Modules
Input
PRIME Inputs
Next-generation 8-input preamp with DC coupled gain stage. 32-bit/96kHz ADC, hand-tuned per channel, full metal shielding.
Input
Analogue Inputs
8 recallable preamps on XLR for balanced or unbalanced mic/line signals. Gain, Pad and 48V digitally controlled.
Input
AES Inputs
4× stereo AES3 inputs on XLR with SRC (32kHz–192kHz). Sample Rate Conversion can be bypassed for 96kHz operation.
Output
PRIME Outputs
Next-generation 8-channel D/A output card. 32-bit converters, specially selected op-amps for ultra-low noise, full metal shielding.
Output
Analogue Outputs
8 line level balanced XLR outputs. Relay protected to prevent power-on/off thumps.
Output
AES Outputs
4× stereo AES3 outputs on XLR. Switchable between 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz or 96kHz.
Compatible With
DX32 Specifications
- 4 × 8-channel I/O card slots (mix analogue, AES and PRIME freely)
- Card options: PRIME Input, Analogue Input, AES Input, PRIME Output, Analogue Output, AES Output
- 2 × locking EtherCon ports (primary + redundant/daisy-chain)
- Cat5e connection — up to 100m from host mixer
- Dual redundant PSU support (hot-swappable)
- 96kHz operation
- 4U 19" rack mountable
- Plug-and-play — no configuration required
- Automatic firmware updates via host mixer
- Compatible with dLive, Avantis, SQ, Qu (96kHz models), AHM
