EXBOX.MD Dante/MADI Converter vs RedNet A16R MkII
The RedNet A16R MkII costs about $1,061 more than the EXBOX.MD Dante/MADI Converter and buys you 2 more I/O, plus DB25 and IEC C14.
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RedNet A16R MkII| Spec | EXBOX.MD Dante/MADI Converter | RedNet A16R MkII |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U half-rack | 1U |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs | 6.0 lbs |
| Power draw | 15W | 25W |
| Depth | 200 mm | 235 mm |
| I/O count | 5 | 7 |
| Price | ~$3,339 | ~$4,400 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
EXBOX.MD Dante/MADI Converter
- MADI BNC
- DC Barrel
RedNet A16R MkII
- DB25
- IEC C14
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
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