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Palmer PAN 16 8-Channel Passive 19" Rack Mount DI Box

PAL-PAN16

The Palmer PAN 16 is a passive 8‑channel DI box designed for large stage setups, installations and multi‑instrument rigs. Thanks to its MERGE LINK/IN function, each channel’s LINK output can act as a second input, allowing two signals to be mono‑summed into one output. This enables up to 16 inputs to be routed through the PAN 16’s 8 transformer‑balanced DI channels.

Each channel includes flexible PAD attenuation (–10 dB, –20 dB, –30 dB), transformer‑isolated XLR outputs, and dual THRU outputs. Eight additional LINK sockets are located on the rear panel. Built in a rugged 19″ 1U steel chassis, the PAN 16 is ideal for demanding touring and studio environments.

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Warranty: 5 Years

  • 19″ passive DI box
  • 8 channels
  • Up to 16 inputs via merge function
  • MERGE LINK/IN mono‑sum capability
  • Flexible PAD: –10 dB, –20 dB, –30 dB
  • Transformer‑balanced, isolated outputs

Product type: DI Box

Type: Passive

Channels: 8

Inputs: 8 / 16 (via merge)

Input connectors: 6.3 mm jack

Max input level: +54 dBu

Input impedance: 1 MΩ (@ 60 Hz)

Input pad: 0 / –30 dB

Outputs: 4 + 4 parallel THRU outputs

THRU outputs per channel: 2

Output connectors: 6.3 mm jack, XLR

Max output level: +4 dBu

Output impedance: 600 Ω

Frequency response: 10 Hz – 40 kHz

Transformer balanced: Yes

Ratio: 10:1

Controls: Ground lift, merge, PAD –10 dB, PAD –20 dB

Cabinet material: Sheet steel

Cabinet surface: Powder coated

Width: 480 mm (19")

Depth: 200 mm

Height: 45 mm (1U)

Weight: 2.39 kg

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