Presonus NSB 16.8

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Presonus NSB 16.8

Presonus

NSB 16.8

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Product Info

Article Number: 431148
Brand: Presonus
Model: NSB 16.8
Price: $852.50

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The NSB 16.8 is a serious piece of kit for Presonus StudioLive AVB users. It expands your I/O count while maintaining incredibly low latency thanks to the AVB protocol, making it ideal for bands and production teams needing reliable, high-channel-count routing for live performance or recording. Just be aware you’re locked into the Presonus ecosystem.

Product Description

  • Presonus NSB 16.8
  • 16x8 AVB Stagebox
  • For StudioLive Series III mixing consoles
  • 16 Mic / line inputs (combo jacks
  • XLR / jack)
  • 16 Remote-controllable XMAX Class A mic preamps
  • 48 Volt phantom power with 16 status LEDs
  • Gain compensation for shared use
  • 8 Line outputs (XLR)
  • Mute All button
  • 2 AVB Ethernet ports with locking RJ45 sockets
  • Connection to the console via a CAT5e or CAT6 cable
  • Cascadable via AVB (daisy chain)
  • Can also be operated via control software "UC Surface"
  • Interlocking IEC power socket
  • Robust steel housing

*Note:* Only works in combination with Presonus StudioLive consoles and rack mixers using the AVB protocol - No stand-alone operation possible

PROS
  • • Robust steel chassis offers excellent road-worthiness for live gigs
  • • XMAX preamps deliver clean gain with minimal noise floor
  • • AVB protocol enables low-latency, reliable signal transmission
  • • Cascading capability expands input/output capacity for larger setups
CONS
  • • Strict Presonus StudioLive AVB compatibility limits its versatility
  • • Weight makes transport and setup a two-person job at times
  • • Lack of analog insert points restricts signal processing options

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Key Features

Inputs 16 Mic/Line (Combo XLR/TRS)
Outputs 8 XLR Line Outs
Protocol AVB (Audio Video Bridging)
Compatibility Presonus StudioLive AVB Consoles & Rack Mixers Only
Rack Mountable Yes, standard 1U rack mount
Weight 32 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, the NSB 16.8 is explicitly designed to work with Presonus StudioLive AVB consoles and rack mixers, it won’t function as a standalone stagebox.
While AVB is robust, keep cable runs under approximately 100 feet to maintain optimal signal integrity; longer runs might require careful testing.
Yes, it’s a clever feature that helps maintain consistent levels when multiple consoles are using the same preamps, saving a lot of tedious gain-staging.

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