soundtools CAT Box/CAT Rack/Wall Cat x3 - Black

Used set of CAT Box 8, CAT Rack 12, and 3 wall cat 4 audio over cat 5 system. The CAT Box 8 has an internal switch to turn it into an 8 channel input for microphones. I also have 3x 4 channel wall boxes a total of 3 for 12 channels. The floor box comes in handy for recording in separate rooms. The other two wall cats are in the wall but all of them are in perfect shape and will be removed and included in shipping.

The CAT Box 8 from SoundTools is a versatile 4-channel stage box with 4 male and 4 female XLR connectors along with main and parallel etherCON connectors, allowing you to send 4 channels of analog audio, AES3 digital audio, intercom lines, or DMX lighting signals over a single, lightweight Cat 5e, 6, or 7 cable. Using a shielded cable, the system supports balanced analog signals at distances up to 600' and digital AES/EBU signals up to 330'. CAT Box stage boxes can be daisy chained and used in multiple configurations to build the optimum modular snake system.

Works for You

Because of its design, the SoundTools CAT Box 8 can be used in a multitude of applications:

Send multiple signal formats down a single shielded Cat 5e, Cat 6, or Cat 7 cable

Use as a low-cost hardwire split

Daisy chain units and drop the same channels in multiple locations

Connect two male or two female CAT Boxes together to create male to male or female to female adapters

Remove an internal ribbon cable jumper to convert a CAT Box 8 into two CAT Box 4 units

Functional and Durable

SoundTools CAT Boxes are constructed with anodized machined aluminum and finished with stainless steel screws, so they are rust resistant and rugged enough to handle life on stage. The stylish black and red coloring is finished with a laser-etched SoundTools logo. The clearly labeled inputs and outputs simplify set up and tear down, making this the stage drop box you'll be reaching for again and again.

SoundTools CAT Rack Overview

Ideal for stages, the SoundTools CAT Rack is a rackmounted stage box featuring 12 XLR male analog audio inputs, three etherCON inputs, and three etherCON outputs. Completely passive, this unit can take 12 channels of audio and distribute them via Cat 5 cables without any interference or signal loss.

On top of analog audio, this device can support communication inputs, such as DMX signals. The CAT Rack also supports AES72-20 digital signals. The CAT Rack takes up 1 RU on equipment and features reversible rack ears for reverse mounting. The CAT Rack includes two rack ears.

Rackmountable Stage Box

The SoundTools CAT Rack is the ultimate in rack-mounted XLR-to-Cat stage boxes. Twelve XLR ins line one side of the unit, and three pairs of etherCon ins and outs (6 connections total) are on the other side. CAT Racks are all analog and designed with machined anodized aluminum and stainless steel screws for ultimate durability. When used with shielded Cat 5e cable or better, the CAT Rack allows for the use of phantom power.

Reversible Ears

Easily reverse the rack ears to change which way the rack is mounted by unscrewing the two screws on each side.