Astral ARX8

Product

Sound Devices Astral ARX8 Wireless Receiver – Portable, Scalable, SpectraBand-Ready

The ARX8 is a compact, high-performance digital wireless receiver designed for professional film, broadcast, and ENG workflows. With SpectraBand™ tuning (169–1525 MHz), true-diversity reception, and NexLink™ remote control, it delivers exceptional RF performance and flexibility in a portable, half-rack form factor. Start with 4 channels and expand to 6 or 8 via software—no hardware upgrades needed.

Features

• SpectraBand™ Tuning: Covers 169–1525 MHz for global frequency agility.
• Scalable Channels: 4-channel base, expandable to 6 or 8 channels via license.
• True-Diversity Reception: Reliable signal integrity in challenging RF environments.
• NexLink™ Remote Control: Long-range control of A20 transmitters, including power and timecode sync.
• AutoAssign: Automatically finds and assigns clean frequencies in seconds.
• Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA): Built-in scanning and coordination tools.
• GainForward™ Architecture: Adjust transmitter gain from the receiver or mixer—no need to touch talent.
• Flexible Powering: DC input, AC mains (with adapter), or direct docking to Sound Devices 8-Series mixers.
• QuickDock: Tool-free docking to 833, 888, or Scorpio for seamless integration.
• 6.2” OLED Touchscreen: Sunlight-readable display for intuitive control and monitoring.
• DB-25 Output: 8 channels of mic, line, or AES audio output.

Specs

• Frequency Range: 169–1525 MHz
• Channels: 4 (expandable to 6 or 8)
• Audio Bandwidth: 10 Hz – 20 kHz
• Display: 6.2” color OLED touchscreen
• Form Factor: Half-rack (8.0” x 6.6” x 1.6”)
• Connectivity: DB-25, USB-A, BNC, SMA, Dante (via expansion)

Ideal for Location sound, ENG, reality TV, film production, and mobile broadcast setups.