Behringer S-16 Digital Snake I/O Box with 16 Mic Inputs 8 Outputs AES50 and KLARK TEKNIK SuperMAC (S16 S 16)

Behringer S-16 Digital Snake I/O Box with 16 Mic Inputs 8 Outputs AES50 and KLARK TEKNIK SuperMAC (S16 S 16)

The S16 Digital Snake is a powerful, cost-effective solution for connecting stage performers to Front of House (FOH) with ease and reliability. Equipped with 16 remote-controllable, Midas-designed mic preamps and 8 balanced XLR returns, the S16 delivers pristine audio quality and seamless stage-to-console integration—all over a single Cat 5e cable using Klark Teknik’s industry-leading SuperMAC AES50 networking technology.

Built for ultimate flexibility, the S16 integrates effortlessly with Behringer’s X32 systems, allowing up to two units to be cascaded for 32 inputs and 16 outputs, while also supporting the POWERPLAY P-16 Personal Monitoring System for customizable onstage mixes. With dual ADAT optical outputs, USB for updates, and MIDI I/O for external control, the S16 offers extensive connectivity for any live or studio application.

Thanks to its remotely controllable preamps and intuitive monitoring section, setup and line checks are quick and hassle-free. The unit also supports standalone digital snake mode, making it a lightweight yet high-performance option even for analog mixing setups. With ULTRANET integration, musicians gain personal control of their monitor mixes, freeing engineers to focus on delivering the best sound to the audience. Compact, versatile, and built on the legendary Midas sound heritage, the S16 is an essential stage box for modern digital mixing environments.

Features:

• 16 Midas-designed, fully programmable mic preamps for audiophile sound quality
• 8 analogue, servo-balanced XLR outputs
• AES50 network ports featuring Klark Teknik's SuperMAC networking capability for ultra-low jitter and latency
• ULTRANET connectivity for Behringer's P16 personal monitoring system
• Digital audio and control connectivity for Turbosound speaker systems with ULTRANET networking capability
• Dual AES50 ports for cascading additional S16, SD16 or SD8stageboxes—no merger or router required
• Precise LED metering plus 7-segment displays for signal control on stage
• Dual ADAT outputs providing 16-channel digital output on two optical TOSLINK connectors
• Phones output assignable to any of the inputs/outputs for on-stage monitoring
• MIDI In/Out for bi-directional communication between Behringer X32 Series console and on-stage MIDI devices
• Remote operation via shielded CAT5e cable up to 330 ft / 100 m length
• USB connector for system updates via PC