Focusrite has announced the RedNet X2P Dante audio interface – a compact 2x2 desktop unit featuring two Red Evolution mic preamplifiers, stereo line out and a stereo headphone amplifier.

RedNet X2P adds I/O to Focusrite Red interfaces or any Dante Audio-over-IP system, and power, audio and remote control are supplied using a single Ethernet cable. A local input mixer allows ‘more me’ monitoring control, while a control lockout ensures settings remain unchanged when used remotely.

The two digitally-controlled Red Evolution mic pres provide high headroom along with stereo linking, individual phantom power, a high-pass filter and phase reverse. They also include Air mode, emulating the sound of Focusrite’s classic transformer-based mic preamps. RedNet X2P’s audio conversion offers greater than 118dB dynamic range and are designed to provide an optimum balance of sound quality, dynamic range and conversion latency.



RedNet X2P features a crossfader to enable control of the level of local inputs versus network inputs that feed either the line outputs or the headphone outputs. The unit can be mounted directly to a mic stand, keeping it out of the way and within reach. Flexible control locks enable locally control of mic pre settings, output settings or both to be locked. Artists can adjust headphone mix and level, knowing that they cannot accidentally adjust the mic preamplifier gain.

More: www.focusrite.com