Receiving up to 12 channels of balanced analog audio for venues, studios, and touring rigs, the Catapult Rack RX from Radial Engineering is designed for use with the Catapult Rack TX transmitter (available separately) to create a passive audio distribution system. The Catapule Rack RX features 12 XLRM inputs and six robust RJ45 etherCON outputs. Ideal for leveraging existing Ethernet wiring in locations, this audio snake makes complex cable runs easier.
The straight-wire passive operation avoids the need for taking up extra power slots in a rack and ensures pristine, ultralow-noise operation. For even further noise suppression, handy ground-lift switches are provided per output, eliminating hum from grounding loops. The 1 RU chassis is made from solid steel for rugged and dependable performance. The metal rack ears are also reversible, offering flexibility for an optimal configuration in any rack setup.
You can use three Ethernet cables to connect all 12 channels to a single location, or split them off to any of the Radial Catapult stage boxes, providing you with a fully customizable audio snake system that can connect multiple destinations at once, and even include transformer isolation where needed.
With the addition of the Catapult Rack units, you can also incorporate equipment racks into your setups for greater flexibility, with each rack unit essentially functioning as three 4-channel modules in a 1 RU rackspace. With a wide variety of modules available, you can customize your stage or recording studio setup to suit any application.