IONIC 16
IONIC 16
Description
IONIC 16
16-in / 12-out SoundGrid stagebox with Waves Signature Preamps
Step Up to Superior Stagebox Sound
Waves IONIC 16 delivers superb sound quality, with uncompromising punch and clarity in any live sound scenario. Built for excellence, IONIC is designed to elevate your sound and complement the already exceptional sonic performance of the Waves eMotion LV1 live mixer.
At the heart of IONIC 16 are Waves Signature Preamps—originally designed preamps with fully discrete analog circuits, delivering maximum headroom, lightning-fast transient response, and an incredibly low noise floor, plus your choice between pure preamp sound and added rich harmonic enhancement per input.
- 16 in / 12 out SoundGrid stagebox with superior audio quality
- Seamless integration with the eMotion LV1 live mixer
- 16 mic/line inputs with original-design Waves Signature Preamps
- 12 crystal clear line outputs (selectable between 18/24 dBu)
- Stereo AES input/output
- 2 independent, powerful headphone outputs
- Analog-modeled harmonic enhancement per input (optional)
- Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96 kHz
- Analog input impedance selector: classic 2kΩ / modern 7kΩ
- Road-ready 2U chassis: rugged build, rack-mountable
Pristine Sound, Powered by
Waves Signature Preamps
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Unmatched Preamp Performance with Waves Signature Preamps
The key to IONIC 16’s sound are the newly designed Waves Signature Preamps: fully discreet, high-end analog circuits, designed to handle any signal you throw at them with full confidence. The gain structure is meticulously designed to deliver a wide dynamic range and handle bigger signals, with practically no restraints. The result is plenty of headroom, transients that do not clip, and an extremely low noise floor—for an incredibly clean, punchy sound.
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Give Sources Timeless Analog Warmth
Waves Signature Preamps deliver a rich, full-bodied sound usually found only in high-end mixing consoles, without compromising any of the punch or clarity, using its analog modeled HMX harmonic enhancer. The harmonic enhancer can also be turned on or off per input, with ‘off’ providing a more neutral sound.
Crystal Clear Outputs with Extra Headroom
Whether you are powering stage wedges that compete with the drummer, a full rack of in-ears transmitters, or a PA system of any size or quality, IONIC’s twelve powerful outputs and two independent headphones outs deliver super-clear results with plenty of headroom.
Seamless Integration with the eMotion LV1 Live Mixer
IONIC 16 provides seamless connectivity to any eMotion LV1 system, ensuring quick and easy setup without wasting time on manual configurations. IONIC’s control panel is available in the LV1’s device rack, letting you control various parameters in your preamps and outputs directly from the mixer, without missing a beat.
Get More Out of Your Stage Mics
The preamp section’s analog impedance selector allows you to choose the mic reaction you want. Choose between a classic 2kΩ and a modern 7kΩ, for greater sonic flexibility.
Technische Specificaties
IONIC 16 is compatible with SoundGrid applications V13 and above.
For additional Information please consult the IONIC 16 user guide (also available in French) or the relevant data sheet.
Sample Rates:
- 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz
Microphone/Line Inputs
- Input Gain: adjustable from -3 dB to 60 dB in steps of 1dB
- Frequency response: (+18 dBu input)
+/- 0.1 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
+/ -1.0 dB, 10 Hz to 40 kHz - Dynamic range: >110 dB (20 kHz BW, 0 dB Gain)
- EIN -130 dBu (gain 60 dB, 0 ohms source, A-weighted)
THD+N -100 dB (997 Hz, +18dBu source, 0 dB Gain, 20kHz BW) - Input impedance:
XLR: 2k ohms / 7k ohms, selectable per input
TRS: 14.6K ohms - Input Sensitivity:
XLR: -33 dBu to +27 dBu, adjustable in 1 dB steps
TRS: -27 dBu to +33 dBu, adjustable in 1 dB steps - CMRR: 50 dB (20 Hz to 1 kHz, 0 dB gain)
- Crosstalk: > 90 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz, +27 dBu input, 0 dB gain)
- 48V phantom power switchable per input
- Input transformer simulation, switchable per input
- Front panel signal presence and clip indicator, per channel
Line Output
- Maximum output level: +18 dBu or + 24 dBu, switchable per output
- Frequency Response:
+/- 0.1 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz @ 48 kHz SR
+0.1 / -1.0 dB, 10 Hz to 40 kHz @ 96 kHz SR - THD+N: -100 dB @ +24 dBu, -105 dB @ +18 dBu (997 Hz, 20 kHz BW)
- Crosstalk: > 90 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
- Residual output noise: -87 dBu (A-Weighted)
- Output impedance: 150 ohms
Headphones Output
- Adjustable output-gain up to 6V
- Frequency Response:
+/- 0.1 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz @ 48 kHz SR
+0.1 / -1.0 dB, 10 Hz to 40 kHz @ 96 kHz SR - THD+N: -80 dB (3V @ 30 ohm load, 997 Hz, 20 kHz BW)
- Output impedance: 20 ohms
AES3
- Input / Output impedance: 110 ohms
- Input SR with auto conversion (SRC)
- Output SR support: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz
SoundGrid
- Ethernet 1GB
Power
- 100 V–240 V auto-switching PSU 0.5A / 0.25A, Redundant PSU external input
Operating Temperature
- 0 to 35 degrees Celsius (32 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit)/li>
Dimensions
- 19 x 12 x 3.42 inches (482.1 x 305.9 x 87 mm)
Weight
- 11.7 lbs. (5.3 kg)
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