Product Information
The Behringer SC16-I StageConnect Interface is a professional 16-input audio interface designed to simplify stage connectivity and digital audio integration. Featuring 16 XLR-combo inputs, eight premium TRIAD microphone preamps, Ultranet input and output connectivity, and StageConnect technology, the SC16-I provides a flexible solution for connecting microphones, instruments and line-level equipment to compatible digital audio systems. With the ability to transmit 16 audio sources over a single StageConnect cable, it reduces complex cabling requirements while providing reliable performance for live sound, professional installations and recording applications.
Channels 1–8 feature Behringer's TRIAD microphone preamps with individually switchable 48V phantom power, allowing connection of microphones and instruments. These preamps deliver clean audio capture, excellent common-mode noise rejection and stable performance across a wide range of source impedances. Precise analogue gain adjustment in 0.5 dB increments allows accurate level matching, while channels 9–16 provide eight additional line-level XLR-combo inputs accepting XLR or TRS connections.
The SC16-I supports remote preamp configuration and gain adjustment from compatible StageConnect-enabled mixing consoles or through a desktop control panel via USB. Integrated Ultranet input and output ports enable convenient integration with compatible equipment from Behringer, Midas, Klark Teknik and Turbosound, making it an effective analogue front-end for personal monitoring and processing systems.
Additional MIDI functionality allows MIDI input commands to be transmitted to compatible Behringer StageConnect devices, including the SC-U USB interface. This enables audio and MIDI information to travel through the same StageConnect infrastructure, providing an efficient workflow for recording electronic instruments and controlling connected equipment. With remote power capability and comprehensive connectivity, the SC16-I is a versatile solution for modern StageConnect audio systems.
Features
- Professional 16-input StageConnect interface for live sound, studio recording and professional audio installations
- 16 XLR-combo inputs accommodate microphones, instruments and line-level audio sources
- Eight premium Behringer TRIAD microphone preamps on channels 1–8
- Eight additional line-level XLR-combo inputs on channels 9–16, accepting XLR or TRS connections
- Individually switchable 48V phantom power on microphone preamp channels 1–8
- TRIAD preamps deliver clean audio with high common-mode rejection for effective noise reduction
- Stable microphone preamp performance across a wide range of source impedances
- Precise analogue preamp gain adjustment in 0.5 dB increments
- StageConnect technology transmits 16 audio sources over a single cable
- Remote gain and preamp parameter adjustment from compatible StageConnect-enabled mixing consoles
- USB connectivity supports configuration and control through a desktop control panel
- Ultranet input and output ports for integration with compatible digital audio equipment
- Compatible with Ultranet equipment from Behringer, Midas, Klark Teknik and Turbosound
- Supports MIDI input command transmission to compatible Behringer StageConnect devices
- Enables audio and MIDI data to share the same StageConnect infrastructure
- Remote power capability simplifies system integration and cabling
- Ideal as an analogue front-end for StageConnect and Ultranet audio systems
Specifications
General
- Brand: Behringer
- Model: SC16-I
- Product Type: StageConnect Audio Interface
- Interface Configuration: 16 Analogue Inputs
- Digital Audio System: Behringer StageConnect
- Primary Function: Analogue Audio Input Expansion for StageConnect Systems
Analogue Inputs
- Total Input Channels: 16
- Input Connectors: 16 x XLR-Combo
- Microphone/Instrument Inputs: 8 x XLR-Combo (Channels 1–8)
- Line-Level Inputs: 8 x XLR-Combo (Channels 9–16)
- Line Input Connector Compatibility: XLR and 6.35 mm (1/4") TRS
- Microphone Preamps: 8 x Behringer TRIAD
- Phantom Power: 48 V, Individually Switchable on Channels 1–8
- Preamp Gain Adjustment: 0.5 dB Analogue Increments
- Common-Mode Rejection: High Common-Mode Rejection for Noise Suppression
- Preamp Performance: Stable Across a Wide Range of Source Impedances
Digital Connectivity
- StageConnect: Digital Audio Connectivity
- StageConnect Audio Channels: 16 Input Sources
- StageConnect Transmission: 16 Audio Sources Over a Single Cable
- Ultranet Input: Supported
- Ultranet Output: Supported
- USB Connectivity: Desktop Configuration and Control
- Remote Power: Supported
MIDI
- MIDI Functionality: MIDI Input Command Transmission
- MIDI Transport: Via StageConnect Infrastructure
- Compatible Devices: Behringer StageConnect Products, Including SC-U USB Interface
- Audio and MIDI Integration: Simultaneous Transport Through StageConnect Infrastructure
Control
- Remote Preamp Control: Supported
- Remote Gain Adjustment: Supported
- Remote Phantom Power Control: Individually Switchable on Channels 1–8
- Console Control: Compatible StageConnect-Enabled Mixing Consoles
- Computer Control: Desktop Control Panel via USB
- Gain Adjustment Resolution: 0.5 dB Analogue Steps
Compatibility
- StageConnect Compatibility: Compatible StageConnect-Enabled Mixing Consoles and Interfaces
- Ultranet Compatibility: Compatible Ultranet Equipment from Behringer, Midas, Klark Teknik and Turbosound
- MIDI Integration Example: Behringer SC-U USB Interface