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Cranborne N8

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Cranborne N8

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Cranborne Audio N8 C.A.S.T. Distribution Hub

The Cranborne Audio N8 is a completely passive C.A.S.T. distribution hub that transforms standard network cable into high-quality 4-channel analogue snakes. By replacing multiple XLR cables with a single Cat 5e/6/7 cable, N8 simplifies cable management, reduces clutter, and maintains pristine analogue audio integrity across distances up to 330 ft. Perfect for routing I/O throughout studios, live spaces, or broadcast environments, N8 is the central hub for Cranborne’s innovative C.A.S.T. system.

Key Features

  • Passive Design — no power required for operation.
  • 16 Channels of Routing — 8 in / 8 out over DB25 (Tascam wiring) with 4 dedicated C.A.S.T. ports (2 channels in + 2 channels out per port).
  • Audio Over Cat 5 — replaces 4 XLR cables with a single Cat 5e/6/7 cable up to 100 m (330 ft).
  • Flexible Output Routing — switchable distribution allows shared stereo signals or separate mixes per output.
  • High-Quality Audio Paths — fully balanced with full 48 V phantom power support.
  • Compatible Devices — works with all C.A.S.T.-enabled products, including N22, N22H, Camden EC1, Camden EC2, 500R8, and 500ADAT.
  • Rugged Design — durable metal enclosure with optional 19″ Half Rack Kit (sold separately) for rackmounting.
  • Cost-Effective — Cat 5 cabling is inexpensive, widely available, and delivers superior performance over long distances compared to traditional analogue looms.

Specifications

  • Inputs/Outputs: 8 × inputs, 8 × outputs via DB25 (Tascam standard, cable sold separately)
  • C.A.S.T. Ports: 4 × RJ45 ports, each carrying 2 input and 2 output channels
  • Cable Compatibility: Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 7 shielded network cable, up to 100 m (330 ft)
  • Phantom Power: Full 48 V supported
  • Construction: Ruggedised metal enclosure
  • Mounting: Optional Half Rack Kit (OBDRK001) allows single, dual, or half-width 19″ rack installation
  • Dimensions: 8.3″ W × 1.7″ H (1U) × 6″ D
  • Unit Weight: ~2 lb
  • Shipping Carton: 12″ W × 4″ H × 8″ D
  • Shipping Weight: ~3 lb

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The C.A.S.T. Intro Bundle includes the N8 Distribution Hub, rackmount kit, N22H headphone amp, N22 breakout box, 2 × 10 m (33 ft) Cat 6e cables, and accessories — everything needed to get started with Cranborne Audio’s C.A.S.T. system.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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