N8 is an advanced audio distribution hub that uses Cranborne Audios C.A.S.T. system to transform network cable (Cat 5e, Cat 6, or Cat 7) into 4-channel analogue snakes. Set N8 in your control room and patch directly to the IO of your audio interface via DB25. N8 then converts analogue IO from the audio interface into 4 discrete C.A.S.T. connections that can be distributed to C.A.S.T. breakout boxes such as N22 and N22H in your studio or on the stage.

A single Cat 5 cable using C.A.S.T. can replace 4 XLR cables - providing better cable management, consistent sound quality, and easier deployment during mobile recording. Using N8 and C.A.S.T., you can use standard network cables to distribute IO, headphone amps. mic preamps, and more around your studio with plug and-play simplicity.

Featuring Input and Output connectors on DB25, N8 converts 8 analogue inputs and 8 analogue outputs to Cranborne Audio's proprietary C.A.S.T. system. With 4 dedicated C.A.S.T. ports, N8 allows up to 4 Cranborne Audio breakout boxes to be connected at once for 16 channels of audio routing with any audio interface, mixer, or audio installation.

Features
• C.A.S.T. Distribution Hub and Audio Over Cat 5 System
• Completely passive operation
• Fully-balanced, high-quality audio paths
• 8 Inputs and 8 outputs over DB25 (Tascam wiring) (sold separately)
• C.A.S.T. IN A, B, C, and D ports on RH45 with 2 dedicated Input and output paths each
• Compatible with any shielded Cat 5e/Cat 6/Cat 7 cable with distances up to 100m/330ft
• Improved crosstalk performance with high-performance Cat 6 and Cat 7 (recommended)
• Ruggedised metal enclosure
• Compatible with all Cranborne Audio C.A.S.T.-enabled devices including N22, N22H, Camden EC1, and Camden EC2
• Fully-support of 48v phantom power