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Soundcraft 5059731HU ViLR-48C5 48kHz Cat5 Local Rack vs Soundcraft 5059732HU ViLR-48MO 48kHz Multimode Optical Local Rack
The ViLR-48C5 is a DSP processing and local I/O core for Vi console integration with Cat5 remote connectivity, while the ViLR-48MO is a dedicated I/O expander with 384 channels, optical MADI, and built-in dynamics/effects processing. Choose the C5 for touring setups requiring remote stage box management; choose the MO for large fixed installations or studios needing massive I/O count and integrated signal processing.
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Soundcraft 5059731HU ViLR-48C5 48kHz Cat5 Local Rack
Soundcraft 5059732HU ViLR-48MO 48kHz Multimode Optical Local Rack
Specs side by side
| Soundcraft 5059731HU ViLR-48C5 48kHz Cat5 Local Rack | Soundcraft 5059732HU ViLR-48MO 48kHz Multimode Optical Local Rack | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $64,600.00 | $70,920.00 |
| Brand | Soundcraft | Soundcraft |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Soundcraft 5059731HU ViLR-48C5 48kHz Cat5 Local Rack
- ✓ Integrated SCore DSP engine co-developed with Studer for transparent mixing
- ✓ Cat5 connectivity enables remote stage box communication ideal for touring
- ✓ Low-noise cooling design supports continuous operation in demanding environments
- ✓ Compact 9U footprint combining processing and I/O in one unit
Why choose Soundcraft 5059732HU ViLR-48MO 48kHz Multimode Optical Local Rack
- ✓ Massive 384 total I/O count with 128 inputs and flexible stereo/LCR routing
- ✓ Triple optical MADI plus Dante port for modern networked audio systems
- ✓ Built-in BSS dynamics, DPR901 compressors, and Lexicon FX engines
- ✓ Designed specifically for Vi5000 and Vi7000 consoles with active breakout management
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for touring versus fixed installation?
The ViLR-48C5 is purpose-built for touring with Cat5 remote stage box communication and compact 9U design. The ViLR-48MO is designed for fixed installations and studios requiring massive I/O count and is dedicated to Vi5000/Vi7000 consoles.
What processing does each unit provide?
The C5 provides SCore DSP mixing core for transparent, high-headroom processing. The MO integrates BSS dynamics processing, DPR901 compressor/limiters, and Lexicon FX engines for complete signal chain processing.
How do the connectivity options differ?
The C5 uses Cat5 connectivity for remote stage boxes with a breakout panel supporting MADI. The MO offers 3 x optical MADI ports plus 1 x Dante port, providing better integration with modern networked audio and legacy MADI systems simultaneously.
Which handles more channels and I/O?
The ViLR-48MO provides 384 total I/O at 48 kHz with 128 inputs, 64 inserts, and 96 tielines. The C5 is a processing and local I/O unit not specified with total channel counts, making it more compact but less I/O-centric.