Allen & Heath M-DL-DANTE64-A Dante Audio Networking Card
- 64×64 channels of bidirectional Dante audio networking
- Supports both 96kHz and 48kHz audio operation
- Designed for Allen & Heath dLive and Avantis systems
- Primary and Secondary Dante ports for redundancy or switched networking
- Dedicated Control Network port for Dante Controller configuration
- AES67 compliant for interoperability with other AoIP platforms
- Dante Domain Manager (DDM) ready
- Supports high-channel-count digital splits between audio systems
- Enables multitrack recording via Dante Virtual Soundcard
- Uses standard Ethernet infrastructure and off-the-shelf network hardware
The Allen & Heath M-DL-DANTE64-A is a professional Dante audio networking card that brings seamless Audio-over-IP connectivity to dLive and Avantis mixing systems. Designed for live sound, broadcast, corporate AV, education, and installed audio applications, the card delivers low-latency digital audio transport while simplifying signal distribution across modern network infrastructures.
64×64 Bidirectional Dante Audio
The M-DL-DANTE64-A provides up to 64 channels of input and 64 channels of output over a Dante network, enabling high-capacity audio transmission between consoles, stage racks, DSP processors, amplifiers, recording systems, and other Dante-enabled devices.
Supporting both 48kHz and 96kHz operation, the card offers exceptional flexibility while maintaining the audio quality required in demanding professional environments.
Designed for dLive and Avantis Systems
Developed specifically for Allen & Heath dLive and Avantis platforms, the M-DL-DANTE64-A integrates directly into the console's expansion architecture, providing a reliable and efficient way to connect to Dante-enabled audio networks.
This integration allows users to expand system capabilities while maintaining native control and workflow within the Allen & Heath ecosystem.
Ideal for Digital Splits
The Dante 64×64 card is particularly effective in applications requiring digital signal sharing between multiple systems. Engineers can create high-channel-count splits between front-of-house, monitor, broadcast, recording, and streaming systems without introducing additional analogue hardware or complex signal routing.
This makes the card an excellent solution for touring productions, houses of worship, performance venues, broadcast facilities, and corporate event environments.
Redundant Network Connectivity
The front panel features both Primary and Secondary Dante ports that support either redundant or switched network configurations. In redundant mode, audio continues to flow even if one network connection fails, providing the reliability required for mission-critical applications.
Switched mode allows both ports to function as part of the same network connection, simplifying installation and device connectivity.
Dedicated Control Network Port
A dedicated Control Network port is included for configuring and managing the Dante network using Dante Controller software. This allows audio routing, monitoring, device configuration, and firmware management without affecting audio transport performance.
The dedicated control connection helps streamline network management in both small and large-scale audio deployments.
AES67 Compliance
Support for the AES67 standard enables interoperability with a wide range of Audio-over-IP technologies beyond Dante. This allows organizations to integrate Dante networks with other networked audio infrastructures used in broadcast, installed sound, and enterprise AV environments.
The result is greater flexibility when designing and expanding professional audio systems across diverse technologies.
Dante Domain Manager Ready
The M-DL-DANTE64-A is fully compatible with Dante Domain Manager (DDM), providing enhanced security, authentication, user management, and routing capabilities across large enterprise and campus-wide networks.
This support simplifies administration while enabling reliable and secure deployment within complex audio infrastructures.
Multitrack Recording Capabilities
The card supports multitrack recording through Dante Virtual Soundcard, allowing audio engineers to capture multiple channels directly over the network without requiring additional audio interfaces. This capability is ideal for live event recording, virtual soundchecks, broadcast production, and archival recording applications.
The solution enables simultaneous live mixing and recording while maintaining full audio quality throughout the workflow.
Easy Integration with Standard Networks
Operating over standard Layer 3 Ethernet infrastructure, the M-DL-DANTE64-A utilizes widely available Cat5e or higher network cabling and standard gigabit network hardware. This reduces installation complexity and allows organizations to leverage existing network resources.
The card's plug-and-play operation further simplifies deployment, allowing systems to be expanded quickly with minimal configuration effort.
Ideal Applications
The Allen & Heath M-DL-DANTE64-A is ideal for live sound reinforcement, touring productions, houses of worship, broadcast facilities, educational institutions, corporate AV environments, recording systems, and professional installed audio networks requiring reliable 64-channel Dante connectivity and flexible Audio-over-IP integration.
