NSB16.8 Stage Box vs NSB32.16 Stage Box
The NSB32.16 Stage Box costs about $900 more than the NSB16.8 Stage Box. It also costs you 1 more rack unit. It carries 97 channels to the NSB16.8 Stage Box's 49.
PreSonus
NSB16.8 Stage BoxPreSonus
NSB32.16 Stage Box| Spec | NSB16.8 Stage Box | NSB32.16 Stage Box |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 2U | 3U |
| Weight | 8.8 lbs | 8.8 lbs |
| Power draw | 30W | 40W |
| Depth | 250 mm | 250 mm |
| I/O count | 4 | 4 |
| Price | ~$999 | ~$1,899 |
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.
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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