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Best Stage Boxes for Digital Mixers 2026

Top-rated stage boxes for digital mixers 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $500 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Acoustic Acts For Active Performers For Additional I/O For Aerobics For Amplifier Connections For Announcements For Audio Engineers For Audio Post
BRANDS: Allen & Heath Midas DiGiCo
Allen & Heath GX4816 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Allen & Heath GX4816

by Allen & Heath
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Allen & Heath GX4816Audio Expander with 48 XLR Inputs / 16 XLR Outputs and DX andME Connectivity48 XLR preamps with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 467617
$5,118
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Allen & Heath DX88-P - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Allen & Heath DX88-P

by Allen & Heath
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Allen & Heath DX88-PExpander for Fixed InstallationsFor the expansion of AHMAvantis and dLive systems96 kHz8...

⭐ 4.8/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 596040
$1,198
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath AR2412 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Allen & Heath AR2412

by Allen & Heath
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Allen & Heath AR2412Audio RackFor Allen & Heath Qu consoles24 XLR mic / line inputs12 XLR line outputs (L/R)Cat...

⭐ 4.5/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 276190
$1,638
Buy at Thomann View Details
Behringer S16 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Behringer S16

by Behringer
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Behringer S16 Digital SnakeDigital StageboxWith 16 Inputs and 8 OutputsAES50 network (Klark Teknik)Up to 100m of...

⭐ 4.7/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 281296
$483
Buy at Thomann View Details
Presonus NSB 8.8 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Presonus NSB 8.8

by Presonus
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Presonus NSB 8.88x8 AVB StageboxFor StudioLive Series III mixing consoles8 Mic / line inputs (combo jacksXLR / jack)8...

⭐ 4.9/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 431147
$681
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Allen & Heath DX012 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Allen & Heath DX012

by Allen & Heath
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Allen & Heath DX012Audio Expander with 12 XLR Outputs and AES FunctionalityCompatible with SQ and dLive systems...

⭐ 4.9/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 467620
$1,814
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath DT168 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Allen & Heath DT168

by Allen & Heath
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Allen & Heath DT168Dante Audio Expander96 kHz / 48 kHzIn the design of a portable stagebox16 Mic preamps with XLR...

⭐ 4.9/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 463186
$2,474
Buy at Thomann View Details
Midas DL8 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Midas DL8

by Midas
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Midas DL8Digital StageboxWith 8 inputs and 8 outputs with Midas Pro Mic PreampsOperation also possible via Power over...

⭐ 4.4/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 612390
$538
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Behringer SD16 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Behringer SD16

by Behringer
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Behringer SD16Digital Stage BoxWith 16 inputs and 8 outputsAES50 network (Klark Teknik)Up to 100 m CAT-5e cables...

⭐ 4.8/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 361344
$681
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath DT02 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Allen & Heath DT02

by Allen & Heath
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Allen & Heath DT02Dante InterfaceCompact Dante interface for installationsReady for Dante Domain ManagerResolution:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 580608
$384
Buy at Thomann View Details
DiGiCo D2-Rack BNC 48/16 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

DiGiCo D2-Rack BNC 48/16

by DiGiCo
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

DiGiCo D2-Rack BNC 48/16Digital MulticoreBNC (Main / AUX)Sample rate: 96 kHz48 Mic / Line in16 Line outWith two...

⭐ 5.0/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 438855
$9,889
Buy at Thomann View Details
DiGiCo D-Rack 1P - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

DiGiCo D-Rack 1P

by DiGiCo
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

DiGiCo D-Rack 1PDigital Multicore SystemDigital stagebox for all DiGiCo consoles from the SD series32 Mic / Line...

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 442445
$5,718
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath DT22 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Allen & Heath DT22

by Allen & Heath
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Allen & Heath DT22Dante InterfaceCompact Dante interface for installationsResolution: 96 kHz / 48 kHzInputs: 2...

⭐ 5.0/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 580541
$527
Buy at Thomann View Details
Waves DSPRO StageGrid 4000 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Waves DSPRO StageGrid 4000

by Waves
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Waves DSPRO StageGrid 4000SoundGrid StageboxSuitable for eMotion LV1 mixer32 Analog mic/line inputs16 Analog line...

⭐ 4.9/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 460187
$6,598
Buy at Thomann View Details
Presonus NSB 32.16 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Presonus NSB 32.16

by Presonus
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Presonus NSB 32.1632x16 AVB Stagebox32 Mic/line inputs: combo jacksXLR/jack32 Remote-controllable XMAX Class-A...

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 554933
$1,242
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Stage Boxes for Digital Mixers

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced stage boxes for digital mixers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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