Waves Ionic 24 Stagebox
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Waves
Ionic 24 Stagebox
Product Info
Article Number:
602056
Brand:
Waves
Model:
Ionic 24 Stagebox
Category:
Stage Boxes for Digital Mixers
Price:
$4,287.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Ionic 24 Stagebox is a serious piece of kit for engineers deeply embedded in the Waves ecosystem, particularly those using the eMotion LV1 mixer. The build quality feels rock-solid, and those Signature preamps are genuinely excellent—clean and punchy. It’s a premium-priced investment, but if you need that level of integration and pristine audio, it’s hard to beat.
Product Description
- Waves Ionic 24 Stagebox
- Stagebox
- 24 In / 18 Out SoundGrid stagebox with high audio quality
- 24 mic/line inputs with Waves Signature preamps
- Stereo AES input and output
- Analogue input impedance selection: Classic 2 kO / modern 7 kO
- Seamless integration with the eMotion LV1 live mixer
- 24 line outputs: selectable between 18 and 24 dBU
- 2 Independent headphone outputs
- Sample rates: 44.1
- 88.2 and 96 kHz
- Robust 3U housing suitable for rack installation
- Optional external power supply unit (not included)
- Dimensions: 48.2 x 31.1 x 13.1 cm
- Weight: 6.7 kg
PROS
- • Waves Signature preamps deliver transparent, detailed gain staging.
- • Robust 3U rack housing ensures road-worthy durability and stability.
- • Flexible input impedance selection caters to diverse microphone types.
- • Seamless eMotion LV1 integration simplifies complex live mixing workflows.
CONS
- • High price point makes it inaccessible for smaller, budget-conscious setups.
- • Reliance on SoundGrid ecosystem limits compatibility outside Waves workflows.
- • External power supply requirement adds to overall cost and complexity.
Product Video
Key Features
Inputs
24 mic/line
Outputs
18 line + 2 headphone
Protocol
SoundGrid
Compatibility
Waves eMotion LV1, SoundGrid-compatible systems
Rack Mountable
Yes, 3U
Weight
6.7 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, the AES input and output are stereo only, intended for AES10 compatibility rather than multi-channel transport.
You can if that mixer supports SoundGrid, but the deep integration and streamlined workflow are specifically designed for the eMotion LV1.
The preamps offer excellent dynamic range – expect around 115dB – and the noise floor is impressively low, characteristic of Waves’ high-end design.
