Midas Consoles has unveiled the AS88, the latest addition to its converter lineup — a robust dual HMAC to 8-Port Dual Redundant AES50 Converter engineered to meet the rigorous demands of professional live sound.
Housed in a rugged, compact 2U rack-mountable chassis, the AS88 is built for life on the road while maximising space efficiency in any setup. Designed with full cable redundancy from console to StageBox, it ensures superior reliability and significantly reduces the risk of signal loss.
Capable of handling up to 192 bidirectional channels at 96 kHz, the AS88 delivers outstanding bandwidth and flexibility. It features a dual-fibre ruggedised optical connector for long-distance optical transmission, alongside locking network-grade connectors for AES50 ports and copper snake connections, offering full redundancy and real-time cable status monitoring. This intelligent design provides users with instant visibility into connection integrity, ensuring confidence in every performance.
Whether on tour or in high-pressure live productions, the AS88 offers seamless conversion across all eight connections. Designed with audio professionals in mind, it allows users to focus on delivering exceptional sound with a dependable, high-performance solution that keeps audio flowing and shows running. AS88 is an essential addition to any live portable sound setup.
