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Soundcraft AES/EBU 8x8 D Type Card with Word Clock vs Soundcraft A947.043100SP 16 XLR Input Panel 17-32 for Vi3
The Soundcraft AES/EBU Card is a digital I/O expansion for Si Performer/Expression/Compact consoles with word clock sync, while the A947.043100SP adds 16 analog XLR input channels to a Vi3 console. Choose the AES/EBU card if you need professional digital audio routing and clock synchronization; choose the XLR panel if you need to expand your Vi3's physical input count from 16 to 32 channels.
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Soundcraft AES/EBU 8x8 D Type Card with Word Clock
Soundcraft A947.043100SP 16 XLR Input Panel 17-32 for Vi3
Specs side by side
| Soundcraft AES/EBU 8x8 D Type Card with Word Clock | Soundcraft A947.043100SP 16 XLR Input Panel 17-32 for Vi3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $709.00 | $695.45 |
| Brand | Soundcraft | Soundcraft |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Soundcraft AES/EBU 8x8 D Type Card with Word Clock
- ✓ 8x8 AES/EBU digital I/O with transparent, uncolored signal transfer
- ✓ Dedicated BNC word clock output eliminates timing drift across devices
- ✓ Fits Si Performer, Expression, and Compact consoles directly
Why choose Soundcraft A947.043100SP 16 XLR Input Panel 17-32 for Vi3
- ✓ Adds 16 XLR input channels (channels 17–32) to Vi3 console
- ✓ Doubles input capacity from 16 to 32 channels for larger sessions
- ✓ Genuine Soundcraft panel with smooth fader action and robust touring construction
Frequently asked questions
Which console does each product work with?
The AES/EBU card integrates into Soundcraft Si Performer, Expression, and Compact range consoles. The A947.043100SP expansion panel is exclusively for Vi3 series consoles.
What type of audio signals do they handle?
The AES/EBU card handles 8 channels of professional digital audio via D-Type connectors, plus word clock sync via BNC. The XLR panel adds 16 analog XLR inputs for microphones and line-level sources.
Are these suitable for touring?
The AES/EBU card is described as ideal for touring rigs with high-end digital routing. The XLR panel is specifically noted for robust construction designed for touring and back-to-back sessions.
What is word clock and why does the AES/EBU card include it?
Word clock synchronizes timing across multiple audio devices to eliminate phase drift. The AES/EBU card's BNC word clock output locks your entire rig together, critical for studios and rigs running multiple synced devices.