Radial OX8R
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The essentials to know about the Radial OX8 microphone splitter
The essentials to know about the Radial OX8 microphone splitter
- 8 rackmount channels in a 1U format for distributing microphone or line signals to multiple systems, both for live sound and fixed installations.
- 3 outputs per channel: a direct output with phantom power pass-through for the console, a direct output with ground lift for monitor systems, and a transformer-isolated output for the recorder.
- Passive: no power supply required, offering simplicity and reliability on stage and in the control room.
- Connectivity designed for integration: front-panel XLR connectors in parallel with a Sub-D 25 (Tascam analog configuration) and Euroblock connectors for permanent wiring.
Manufacturer Information
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A stage and installation splitter in the spirit of Radial solutions
The Radial OX8 follows the design philosophy of signal distribution tools built for professional environments: ruggedness, consistent wiring, and proper management of ground-related issues. Its 1U rack format makes it easy to integrate into a flight case, mobile control room, or technical rack, while its passive design eliminates the need for a power supply and reduces potential points of failure during live work.
Featuring Radial transformers (Eclipse MS10) and multiple outputs per channel, the OX8 has a clear purpose: to power a front-of-house console, monitoring system, and recorder simultaneously, with no compromise in signal stability or cleanliness.
Who is it for and what can it be used for?
The Radial OX8 is ideal if you need to send the same signal to multiple destinations without having to deal with ground loops, hum, or unpredictable interactions between devices. It is particularly suited to live sound engineers, rental companies, stage technicians, mobile studios, houses of worship, theaters, and equipped venues, as well as integrators looking for a multi-circuit splitter that is easy to maintain.
In practical terms, it meets the following needs: parallel multitrack recording during a live broadcast, microphone distribution to a main console and monitor console, system redundancy, and permanent installations where the wiring must remain neat and secure via Euroblock and Sub-D 25.
Technical specifications
| Category | splitter | Frequency response - start | 20 Hz |
| Number of channels | 8 | Frequency response - end | 18.5 kHz |
| Digital conversion | No | Inputs | XLR, euroblock phoenix, Sub-D 25 |
| Max input level (dBu) | 2 | Analog outputs | euroblock phoenix, Sub-D 25 |
| Settings | -36 dB attenuator, ground lift switch | Power supply | Passive |
| THD | 0,005% @ 1 kHz | Weight | 3.4 kg |
| Rack unit | 1 | Dimensions (mm) | 482 x 152 x 44 |
| Splitter type | 1 input / 3 outputs | Max. input level (dBu) | 2 |
| Technology | passive | Frequency response | 20 Hz - 18.5 kHz |
| Rack units | 1 | Dynamic range | 140 dB |
| Outputs | Phoenix Euroblock, Sub-D 25 | Input impedance | 150 ohms balanced |
| Sub-D 25 configuration | Tascam analog | Output impedance | 150 ohms balanced |
| Controls | -36 dB attenuator, ground lift switch | Very rugged construction | 1.55 mm steel chassis |
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Questions frequently asked
Does the Radial OX8R allow sending each microphone to three destinations?
Each channel features a 1 input / 3 output architecture: one main direct output, a second direct output with ground lift, and a transformer-isolated output. This setup enables distribution of a signal to a front-of-house console, monitors, and a recorder.
Does phantom power pass through the splitter?
The main direct output ensures the passage of phantom power to the console when required.
What connectivity is available for rack installation?
The 8 XLR inputs on the front panel facilitate patching during gigs. Parallel connections on a Tascam-standard Sub-D 25 and Euroblock Phoenix connectors are provided for stage box wiring. The 1U chassis measures 482 x 152 x 44 mm.
Can line-level signals be connected to this 8-channel splitter?
A level attenuator is present on each channel to accommodate higher signals. Specifications indicate a maximum input level of 2 dBu with an attenuation adjustment of -36 dB.
How does the splitter limit ground loop issues?
The second direct output features a ground lift switch, while the isolated output uses a Radial Eclipse MS10 transformer. This galvanic isolation is intended for connections between equipment powered from different sources.
