AD4D Axient Digital Dual Mic Receiver vs ULXD4Q (G57)
The ULXD4Q (G57) costs about $451 more than the AD4D Axient Digital Dual Mic Receiver, and the AD4D Axient Digital Dual Mic Receiver is the one that keeps TRS 1/4" and AES3 XLR.
| Spec | AD4D Axient Digital Dual Mic Receiver | ULXD4Q (G57) |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 1U |
| Weight | 10.1 lbs | 7.6 lbs |
| Power draw | 15W | Passive |
| Depth | 333 mm | 274 mm |
| I/O count | 18 | 11 |
| Price | ~$6,499 | ~$6,950 |
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
AD4D Axient Digital Dual Mic Receiver
- TRS 1/4"
- AES3 XLR
- Dante (RJ45)
ULXD4Q (G57)
Nothing the AD4D Axient Digital Dual Mic Receiver doesn't also have.
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.
Open the rack plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.

