WAVES IONIC 24 | Stage Box | 24 Inputs / 18 Outputs

Ionic 24

24-In /18-Out Soundgrid Stagebox

Add 24 high-performance, Waves Signature mic preamps and 18 line outputs to your SoundGrid network with the Waves Ionic 24, a digital Soundgrid stagebox housed in a rugged 3 RU rack-mountable chassis. With a secure etherCON port designed for simple hookup to an eMotion LV1 live mixer or any other SoundGrid-compatible hardware/software, the Ionic 24 integrates easily into your stage- or studio-based setup. Its redundant PSU external input enables the stagebox to continue working even if power to primary power supply fails.

Ionic 24 provides 24 channels of mic/line input on XLR-1/4" combo connectors and 18-line level outputs on XLR connectors. There are also two XLR AES3 input and output connectors, and two headphone jacks. Most I/O connections are from the front panel. The stagebox features Waves Signature Preamps: fast response, maximum headroom, up to 60 dB of gain, 48V phantom power, and fully discrete analog circuits. A switchable harmonic enhancer adds analog warmth and harmonics without compromising punch or clarity. Preamp impedance is selectable between 2 and 7 kilohms.

Waves Signature Preamps for Superior Audio Quality

• The key to Ionic 24’s professional audio quality are the Waves Signature Preamps: fully discrete, high-end analog circuits, designed to handle any signal you throw at them with full confidence.
• The gain structure is meticulously designed to deliver a wide dynamic range and handle hotter signals, with practically no restraints. The result is plenty of headroom, transients that do not clip, and an extremely low noise floor, for a clean, punchy sound.

Timeless Analog Warmth with Harmonic Enhancer

• Waves Signature preamps deliver a rich, full-bodied warm sound usually found only in high-end mixing consoles, without compromising any of the clarity, using analog-modeled HMX harmonic enhancer technology.
• The harmonic enhancer can also be turned on or off per input, with ‘off’ providing a more neutral sound.

Get More Out of Your Stage Mics

• The preamp section’s analog-impedance selector allows you to tailor the sound of your mic. Choose between a classic 2 kilohms and a modern 7 kilohms, for greater sonic flexibility.

Crystal Clear Line Outputs with Extra Headroom

• Whether you are powering stage wedges that compete with the drummer, a full rack of in-ears transmitters, or a PA system of any size or quality, Ionic’s twelve powerful outputs and two independent headphones outs deliver a crystal-clear signal with plenty of headroom.

Seamless Integration with eMotion LV1 Live Mixer

• Ionic 24 provides seamless connectivity to any eMotion LV1 system, ensuring quick and easy setup without wasting time on manual configurations. The stagebox’s control panel is available in the LV1’s device rack, letting you control various parameters in your preamps and outputs directly from the mixer, without complicated setup.

Overview 

• 24 channels of mic/line input on XLR-1/4" combo connectors
• 18 line-level outputs on XLR connectors
• Waves Signature preamps
• Switchable HMX harmonic enhancer
• Switchable preamp impedance
• Input gain: adjustable from -3 to 60 dB in steps of 1 dB
• 48V phantom power switchable per input
• Maximum output level: +18 or + 24 dBu, switchable per output
• 2 headphone outputs with volume control
• AES3 I/O: 110 ohms
• SoundGrid: Ethernet 1GB
• Power: 100-240 VAC auto-switching PSU, redundant PSU external input
• Road-worthy, 3 RU rack-mountable chassis

Specifications

• Compatibility
  • Waves SoundGrid System
• Audio I/O
  • 24x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Line/Mic Input
  • 18x XLR 3-Pin Line Output
  • 2x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output
• Digital I/O
  • 1 x XLR 3-Pin AES3 Input
  • 1 x XLR 3-Pin AES3 Output
  • 1 x RJ45 etherCon
• Power Source
  • AC Input (Built-In), AC Adapter with Power Brick (Not Included)
• AC Input Power
  • 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz at 0.25 to 0.5 A
• DC Input Power
  • 24 VDC 
• Operating Temperature
  • 32 to 95°F / 0 to 35°C
• Mounting
  • 1x Rackmount 3U
• Color
  • Black
• Dimensions
  • 19 x 12.2 x 5.17" / 482.1 x 310.8 x 131.4 mm
• Weight
  • 14.77 lb / 6.7 kg

In The Box

• Waves Ionic 24 24-In /18-Out Soundgrid Stagebox
• Power Cord
• Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty