Presonus NSB 8.8

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Presonus NSB 8.8

Presonus

NSB 8.8

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 431147
Brand: Presonus
Model: NSB 8.8
Price: $680.90

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

The NSB 8.8 is a seriously well-built stagebox, purpose-built for Presonus StudioLive users. It’s a game-changer for expanding your I/O and getting rock-solid, low-latency audio – perfect for bands and sound reinforcement needing more inputs and outputs without sacrificing quality. Just be aware of its limited compatibility; it's a Presonus plaything.

Product Description

  • Presonus NSB 8.8
  • 8x8 AVB Stagebox
  • For StudioLive Series III mixing consoles
  • 8 Mic / line inputs (combo jacks
  • XLR / jack)
  • 8 Remote-controllable XMAX Class A mic preamps
  • 48 Volt phantom power with 8 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 housing provides excellent protection during live gigs
  • • XMAX Class A preamps deliver clean gain with low noise floor
  • • AVB protocol allows for incredibly low latency and pristine audio transfer
  • • Cascading capability expands input/output count for larger setups
CONS
  • • Strict compatibility limits its usefulness outside the Presonus ecosystem
  • • Reliance on AVB necessitates network infrastructure considerations
  • • No standalone operation restricts flexibility in non-Presonus environments

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Key Features

Inputs 8 Mic/Line (Combo XLR/Jack)
Outputs 8 Line (XLR)
Protocol AVB (Audio Video Bridging)
Compatibility Presonus StudioLive Series III consoles & rack mixers
Rack Mountable Yes, standard 1U rack mount
Weight Approximately 11.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, the NSB 8.8 is exclusively designed for Presonus StudioLive consoles using the AVB protocol. It won't function with other digital mixers.
While AVB is robust, Presonus recommends keeping CAT5e/CAT6 cable lengths under 100ft for optimal performance and minimal latency.
Yes, the gain compensation applies to both microphone and line level inputs, ensuring consistent signal levels when switching between sources.

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