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ESI planet 22x 2-Channel Dante Audio Interface

BH #ESSIPNT22X • MFR #ESI-PNT22X
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ESI planet 22x 2-Channel Dante Audio Interface
Key Features
  • Dante Interface with PoE Support
  • 24-Bit / 96 kHz Converters
  • Low-Noise, High-Gain Preamplifiers
  • Dual XLR-1/4" Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs
The ESI planet 22x is a 2-channel Dante audio interface offering operability as a networked Dante audio device or host-connected audio interface for musicians, producers, and engineers in homes, studios, and live stage applications. The two XLR-1/4" combo inputs, which can accept mic, line, or Hi-Z sources, feed low-noise, high-gain preamplifiers with globally selectable phantom power. The 24-bit / 96 kHz converters ensure pristine analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion.
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ESI Planet 22X Overview

The ESI planet 22x is a 2-channel Dante audio interface offering operability as a networked Dante audio device or host-connected audio interface for musicians, producers, and engineers in homes, studios, and live stage applications. The two XLR-1/4" combo inputs, which can accept mic, line, or Hi-Z sources, feed low-noise, high-gain preamplifiers with globally selectable phantom power. The 24-bit / 96 kHz converters ensure pristine analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion.

Separate level controls are provided for the dual XLR line outputs and the 1/4" headphone jack, making it easy to route signal to multiple analog components such as speakers and headphones. The RJ45 port allows connectivity with a Dante network or a host computer. The PLANet 22x is compatible with Mac and Windows systems, and may be powered by the included 12 VDC power supply, or via a compliant PoE source. Bundled software and licenses from Bitwig, Stanton, Audified, and Audinate open creative opportunities for musicians, DJs, and podcast producers.

24-bit / 96 kHz converters with high dynamic range
RJ45 port for connection to your Dante audio network or computer-based DAW
Dual XLR-1/4" combo inputs with low-noise preamplifiers and individual gain controls accommodate line (default), mic (selectable), or Hi-Z (selectable) sources
Two balanced XLR output jacks with step-potentiometer level control
1/4" TRS unbalanced stereo headphone output with dedicated volume knob
Globally selectable +48 VDC phantom power for condenser microphones
3-segment LED meters indicate signal levels at -18 dBFS (green), -6 dBFS (orange), and 0 dBFS (red)
Powered via included 12 VDC power supply or PoE power source compliant with IEEE 802.3af
Requires DVS (Dante Virtual Soundcard) software (license included) and free Dante Controller software
Includes Bitwig Studio 8-Track DAW software, a license for Stanton's Deckadance LE v2 DJ software, and Audified's inTone 2 ESI Edition jamming tool
Supports macOS systems via CoreAudio, and Windows systems via ASIO 2.0 and WDM
EAN: 4260265610451

ESI Planet 22X Specs

Key Specs
Channels of I/O
Analog:
2 Input / 2 Output at 96 kHz
Maximum Sampling Rate
96 kHz / 32-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
2
Analog Audio I/O
2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input
2x XLR 3-Pin Line Output
1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
No
Host Connection
No
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) or PoE
General
Display
2x Multi-Segment LED Meter
Channels of I/O
Analog:
2 Input / 2 Output at 96 kHz
Built-In DSP
No
Maximum Sampling Rate
96 kHz / 32-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
2
Built-In Microphone
No
Input Level Adjustment
2x Knob
Signal Processing
Pad
No
Gain/Trim Range
Mic Inputs:
+19 dB to +67 dB
Line Inputs:
+13 dB to +42 dB
Hi-Z Inputs:
0 dB to +29 dB
High-Pass Filter
No
Solo/Mute
No
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input
2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Line Output
1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
Phantom Power
48 V (Applied to All Inputs)
Digital Audio I/O
No
Host Connection / USB
No
Host Connection Protocol
No
USB (Non-Host)
No
Sync I/O
No
Network I/O
1x RJ45 Dante
MIDI I/O
No
Expansion Slots
No
Wireless
No
Performance
Frequency Response
Mic, Line, Hi-Z Inputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB
Line Outputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB
Maximum Input Level
Mic Inputs:
-49 dBu (Max Gain)
Line Inputs:
-24 dBu (Max Gain)
Hi-Z Inputs:
-10.5 dBu (Max Gain)
Maximum Output Level
Line Outputs:
+8.4 dBu
Headphone Outputs:
+10 dBu
Impedance
Mic Inputs:
1.5 Kilohms
Mic Inputs:
3 Kilohms
Line Inputs:
10 Kilohms
Line Outputs:
110 Ohms
Hi-Z Inputs:
10 Kilohms
Headphone Outputs:
32 to 600 Ohms
Dynamic Range
Inputs:
118 dB
Outputs:
123 dB
SNR
Inputs:
118 dB
Outputs:
123 dB
THD+N
Mic Inputs:
-99.8 dB
Line Inputs:
-102 dB
Hi-Z Inputs:
-100 dB
Line Outputs:
-110 dB
Headphone Outputs:
-107 dBA
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
44.1 to 96 kHz
Sample Rate Conversion
No
Bit Depths
24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion)
Sync Sources
Dante or Internal
Audio Storage & Playback
Media/Memory Card Slot
No
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
macOS / Windows 7 or Later
Required Hardware
Ethernet Port
Power
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) or PoE
AC/DC Power Adapter
12 VDC (Included)
Power Consumption
5.4 W (Typical)
Physical
Dimensions
6.89 x 4.72 x 1.77" / 17.5 x 11.99 x 4.5 cm
Weight
1.3 lb / 0.6 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.21 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.3 x 5.7 x 3.2"

ESI Planet 22X Reviews

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By William
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2021-04-06

This device has 2 issues: The first is manageable. When delivered, each unit had extreme hiss...we had to toggle the sample rate in Dante multiple times, and then it clocked. Secondly, and most disturbing....read the specs. The max output is only +8.6 dBu...truly low considering even the crappiest Behringer mixer does over +20...makes the box mostly useless.

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