Allen & Heath AHM-16 16x16 Audio Matrix Processor with 8x8 Analog I/O

Built for single-room systems and smaller multi-room venues such as bars, restaurants, shops and school halls, the AHM-16 packs a full 16x16 audio matrix processor into a 1U rack space. Eight mic/line inputs and eight relay-protected line outputs on Phoenix connectors handle local analog sources and zones, while a 128x128 I/O port accepts optional Dante, MADI, Waves or SLink audio networking cards for expansion.

Processing runs on a 96kHz FPGA core with ultra-low latency, under 1ms from analog input to output. Every input and zone gets 8-band parametric EQ, dynamics and delay, and the sound management toolkit adds an automatic mic mixer, ANC (Ambient Noise Compensation), priority ducking and speaker processing with crossover filters, delay, limiter and PEQ. The 16 processing outputs can be configured as mono or stereo zones or as speaker processing outputs.

Day-to-day control is covered by a front panel screen with four programmable SoftKeys for volume, source select and preset recall. The AHM-16 also works with Allen & Heath IP remote controllers, 2x2 local GPIO, a TCP/IP protocol for third-party control systems, System Manager software for Mac and Windows, and the Custom Control app for BYOD operation.

Features

• 16x16 processing matrix with 16 configurable outputs (mono/stereo zones or speaker processing)
• 8 mic/line inputs and 8 relay-protected line outputs on Phoenix connectors
• I/O port for audio networking cards (Dante, MADI, Waves, SLink), up to 128x128
• 96kHz FPGA core with ultra-low latency
• Automatic Mic Mixer, ANC (Ambient Noise Compensation) and priority ducking
• 8-band PEQ, dynamics and delay on every input and zone
• Front panel screen with 4 programmable SoftKeys
• 2x2 local GPIO, TCP/IP control protocol and IP remote controller support
• 500 presets, 50-event scheduler, 4 user profiles and integrated stereo playback

Technical Specifications

• Matrix: 16x16
• Local Analog I/O: 8 mic/line inputs, 8 line outputs (Phoenix)
• Mic Preamp Gain: +5 to +60dB in 1dB steps, -20dB active pad, +48V phantom power
• Sample Rate: 96kHz
• Dynamic Range: 108dB
• Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz, +0/-0.5dB
• Maximum Output Level: +21dBu
• I/O Port: 1 slot, up to 128x128 channels
• GPIO: 2 inputs, 2 relay outputs
• Power: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 65W max
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 deg C (32 to 104 deg F)
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 19 x 10.6 x 1.7 in (482.6 x 270 x 44 mm), 1U rack
• Weight: 8.4 lb (3.8 kg)
• Manufacturer Part Number: AH-AHM-16
• UPC: 6938122252042

What's Included

• (1) AHM-16 matrix processor
• (1) IEC mains lead
• (1) 10-pin Phoenix connector with strain relief
• (16) 3-pin Phoenix connectors with strain relief
• (1) Getting Started Guide
• (1) Safety sheet