Yamaha RK-RUioSB Rackmount Kit for RUio1608SB-D Stage Box

Yamaha RK-RUioSB Rackmount Kit for RUio1608SB-D Stage Box

The Yamaha RK-RUioSB Rackmount Kit is a dedicated mounting solution for installing the Yamaha RUio1608SB-D Dante stage box in a standard 19" equipment rack. It converts the stage-oriented I/O unit into a rack-compatible configuration for professional audio systems that require organized, protected, and space-efficient equipment installation.

Designed specifically for the RUio1608SB-D, the RK-RUioSB is well suited to touring racks, live production systems, theaters, houses of worship, corporate AV installations, and permanent equipment rooms. Rack mounting allows system designers to integrate the stage box alongside network switches, power distribution, processors, and other professional audio hardware instead of relying exclusively on freestanding stage placement.

The model-specific design provides a more appropriate installation approach than adapting generic mounting hardware to the RUio1608SB-D enclosure. Yamaha confirms that the RUio1608SB-D supports an optional rackmount configuration, while the RK-RUioSB is identified for this specific stage box and standard 19" rack applications. This makes it a focused accessory for integrators and production professionals building rack-based Dante systems.

Key Features

• RUio1608SB-D Compatibility: Designed specifically to rack-mount the Yamaha RUio1608SB-D Dante stage box.
• Standard 19" Rack Installation: Adapts the compatible stage box for use in standard professional equipment racks.
• Model-Specific Mounting: Provides dedicated hardware intended around the physical format of the RUio1608SB-D rather than a universal mounting solution.
• Professional System Integration: Helps incorporate the stage box into touring racks, installed audio systems, and production equipment assemblies.
• Organized Equipment Placement: Allows the RUio1608SB-D to be positioned alongside other rack-mounted network and professional audio components.
• Flexible Deployment: Expands installation options for users who prefer a rack-based RUio1608SB-D configuration instead of freestanding stage placement.

Purpose-Built for the RUio1608SB-D

The RK-RUioSB is intended specifically for Yamaha's RUio1608SB-D, a compact Dante stage box with 16 analog inputs and eight analog outputs. Using dedicated mounting hardware helps system integrators maintain a clean installation while preserving access to the stage box as part of a professional rack system.

Standard 19-Inch Rack Integration

Once fitted to the compatible stage box, the rackmount kit allows the RUio1608SB-D to integrate into a standard 19" equipment rack. This arrangement is useful for portable road systems and permanent installations where network audio interfaces and related equipment need to remain consolidated in one rack.

Rackmount Flexibility for Dante Systems

The RUio1608SB-D is designed for convenient stage deployment, but some systems benefit from placing I/O hardware inside a rack. The RK-RUioSB provides that alternative, giving production teams and system designers greater flexibility when determining how the Dante stage box fits within a complete audio system.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Yamaha
• Model: RK-RUioSB
• Product Type: Rackmount Kit
• Compatible Product: Yamaha RUio1608SB-D Dante Stage Box
• Rack Compatibility: Standard 19" equipment rack