N22 is Cranborne Audio's solution for flexible, clean and cost-effective audio distribution. Simply put, N22 replaces 4 balanced XLR cables with one shielded Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 7 cable to transport 4 channels of analog audio over distances up to 100 meters.
Simpler cable management
Connect two N22s together with a single shielded Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 7 cable and you can pass 4 channels of balanced, analog audio (including 48V phantom power) between two remote locations. Use the N22 in the studio to connect the live room to your audio interface's I/O, in a live setup to connect your mixing board to your power amps, or even at home to connect your surround speakers to your home theater system.Key features
- Two balanced combo jack inputs
- Two balanced 1/4" jack outputs
- Two balanced XLR outputs
- Fully passive operation
- Fully supports 48v phantom power
- C.A.S.T IN RRT port
- For connection to the C.A.S.T. output of N22 or other devices with C.A.S.T.
- C.A.S.T OUT TTRR port
- For connection to the C.A.S.T. input of 500R8, 500ADAT or other devices with C.A.S.T.
- Cat5 hose connection to N22H or second N22
- Compatible with any shielded Cat 5e/Cat 6/Cat 7 cable with distances up to 100m/330ft
- Enhanced crosstalk performance with high-performance Cat 6 and Cat 7 (recommended)
- Rugged metal housing
- Mounting holes for permanent installation
- Cable ties for cable management
- Non-slip rubber feet
Less cable stress
By using shielded Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 7 cable instead of 4 XLRs, you can not only reduce cable stress in your studio, but also distribute audio in studios or on stages with affordable network cabling while getting the best audio results thanks to the design of shielded Cat 5e, Cat 6, and Cat 7 cable with low crosstalk. Best of all, perhaps, the N22 is completely passive and requires no external power supply to transport audio at the highest quality level over the longest distances.Every C.A.S.T. connection to a Cranborne Audio product features unique optimization to ensure maximum signal integrity is transmitted over shielded Cat 5 cables for distances up to 100m with no high-end roll-off and low crosstalk.
Advanced connectivity with 500R8 and 500ADAT interfaces
If your studio is already built around a Cranborne Audio interface such as a 500R8 or 500ADAT, you can connect multiple N22s to their C.A.S.T. Input jacks and then receive balanced input sources connected to the N22's combo inputs directly to the audio interface's inputs, ready for processing and recording. The same cat 5 C.A.S.T. connection also sends a stereo monitor mix generated by the 500R8/500ADAT back through the C.A.S.T. connection and directly to the N22's balanced XLR and 1/4" Jack outputs for monitoring or reamping.A Palm-Sized Connectivity Powerhouse, the N22 represents Cranborne Audio's most cost-effective C.A.S.T. breakout box and it is the perfect addition for those looking to build their studio around a Cranborne Audio product, but with the ability to be used on its own, it is also an ingenious little tool for those looking to reduce cable clutter in their setups while increasing signal integrity, flexibility and implementation ease.
