SoundNet Labs Drop Box
The SoundNet Labs Drop Box is an analog audio patching tool with 4 male or female XLR connectors built for touring use with the sound quality of studio use. We use genuine Neutrik® connectors and Mogami® Wire. Drop Boxes connect with EtherCon connectors. We manufacture all of our products in Nashville, TN. Designed to outlast expectations without the need for service or replacement.
*Neutrik® is registered trademark of Neutrik AG. Mogami® is a registered trademark of Mogami, a division of Marshall Electronics
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Product Info
Product Description
4 Channel Analog Ethernet Audio Snake Drop Box
Compatibility
Shielded Ethernet – any variant of Cat 5, Cat 6, Cat 7
Product Dimensions
Width: 6.25″
Depth: 2.25″
Height: 2.3″
Product Weight
≈ 1.5lb
Connectors
4x Neutrik XLR, 1 Neutrik EtherCon
Internal Wiring
Mogami Wire
Enclosure
2mm Steel, Powder Coated
FAQ:
Do I need to use shielded Ethernet cable?
Yes, analog audio over Ethernet systems need a shielded Ethernet cable to hold the ground connection as well as offer the traditional shielding found in XLR cables. Without using a shielded Ethernet cable you will have no ground on any of your channels and less protection from outside interference.
Does Phantom Power work?
Yes, phantom power works when using a shielded cat cable, 300’+.
Does Cat5, Cat5e or Cat6 make a quality difference?
No, as we mentioned shielding is important, but any Cat will work!
What is the maximum working length / distance?
Analog audio over shielded Ethernet operates similar to standard balanced XLR cable. We test 300’+.
There are other options for patch with multipin connection, why analog over Ethernet?
Cost is a huge factor in considering traditional multipin systems. The cost of those systems for full patch solutions are thousand of dollars to tens of thousands of dollars. We are not satisfied with the value that those systems offer.
Why SoundNet Labs and not other brands for analog over Ethernet?
There are some great products already on the market made by excellent companies! There are also many very poor quality offerings made inexpensively with little to no quality control. The poor build quality of one of those products was the reason why we started SoundNet Labs. We needed something that we would not need to fix or replace, something that is road ready for years of service.
More questions? Reach out to us at [email protected]