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Best Stage Boxes for Digital Mixers for Announcements 2026

Perfect stage boxes for digital mixers for announcements - easy to play and learn on

Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 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 AR2412 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

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
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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 GX4816 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

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
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath AB168 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Allen & Heath AB168

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

Allen & Heath AB168Digital Stagebox for GLD and Qu16 Mic XLR preamps8 XLR line outputsPhantom power LEDEthernet...

⭐ 4.6/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 344399
$1,484
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Allen & Heath DT168 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

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
DiGiCo D2-Rack BNC 48/16 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

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
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DiGiCo A168D Stage Dante I/O - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

DiGiCo A168D Stage Dante I/O

by DiGiCo
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

DiGiCo A168D Stage Dante I/ODante Stagebox16 Mic/Line inputs8 Line outputs1 V PSU2x Dante RJ45Sample rate: 48 and 96...

⭐ 4.6/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 539477
$2,748
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha RIO1608-D2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Yamaha RIO1608-D2

by Yamaha
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Yamaha RIO1608-D2Digital 19" Stagebox16 Inputs8 Outputs100-240VFrequency range: 20 - 20000 HzDynamic Range: 112...

⭐ 4.5/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 433902
$4,719
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Waves DSPRO StageGrid 4000 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

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
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Allen & Heath AR84 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Allen & Heath AR84

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

Allen & Heath AR84Expander Audio RackAlso suitable for Allen & Heath QU consoles8 XLR mic / line inputs4 XLR...

⭐ 4.6/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 276191
$1,033
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha RIO1608-D3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Yamaha RIO1608-D3

by Yamaha
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Yamaha RIO1608-D3Digital Dante StageboxAnalogue inputs / outpouts: 16 inputs / 8 outputsAES/EBU: Eight outputsDante...

⭐ 4.9/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 610190
$7,038
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Midas DL32 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Midas DL32

by Midas
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

Midas DL 32Digital Stagebox32 Inputs16 OutputsAES50 network (Klark Teknik)Up to 100 m CAT-5e cabling possibleDouble...

⭐ 4.8/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 357067
$1,396
Buy at Thomann View Details
Midas DL8 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

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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DiGiCo A168 Stage I/O - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

DiGiCo A168 Stage I/O

by DiGiCo
Professional Quality
Key Feature:
• Professional grade

DiGiCo A168 Stage I/ODigital Stagebox2x A3232 Network protocol16 Mic/Line inputs8 Line outputs: XLRDimensions (W x H x...

⭐ 4.7/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 539476
$2,088
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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