BSS BLU-326 Networked I/O Expander B-Stock
The BSS BLU-326 is a professional-grade networked audio interface that scales your home studio or production facility with a 256-channel, low-latency digital backbone. This B-Stock unit offers the same robust architecture and feature set as new stock at a reduced price point, making it an excellent value for producers and engineers expanding their recording and mixing capabilities with Dante-networked audio infrastructure.
Network Architecture & Connectivity
Built around a 256-channel, low-latency digital audio bus with dual Dante/AES67 ports, the BLU-326 delivers fault-tolerant redundancy across standard Category 5e cabling up to 100 meters—distances extending beyond 40km with fiber optic media converters. Four hot-swappable card slots accommodate mixed configurations of analog inputs, analog outputs, digital inputs, and digital outputs in banks of four, supporting up to 16 analog inputs, 16 digital inputs, 16 AEC inputs, 16 analog outputs, 16 digital outputs, plus 4 telephone connections along with 12 control inputs and 6 logic outputs.
Audio I/O Specifications & Control
Analog inputs feature electronically balanced Phoenix Combicon connectors with software-configurable gain from 0dB to +48dB in +6dB steps, 3.5kΩ input impedance, maximum input level of +20dBu at 0dB gain, and per-channel 48V phantom power selection. Digital inputs accept AES/EBU or S/PDIF signals on removable screw connectors with sample rate conversion covering 8kHz–96kHz, and the entire system configures through HiQnet Audio Architect software with drag-and-drop interface control, while a front-panel display shows device name, type, firmware, IP address, and subnet mask.
Key Features
- 19″ single rack space form factor
- Dual Dante/AES67 ports for redundant networked audio
- 256-channel, low-latency digital audio bus
- Four hot-swappable I/O card slots for mixed analog and digital configurations
- Up to 16 analog inputs with gain switching 0dB to +48dB in +6dB steps
- Up to 16 analog outputs, 16 digital inputs, 16 digital outputs, 16 AEC inputs
- 12 control inputs and 6 logic outputs for automation and integration
- Sample rate conversion from 8kHz to 96kHz on digital inputs
- Per-channel 48V phantom power on analog inputs
- 100-meter Dante reach with fiber optic extension beyond 40km
- EN 54-16 compliant for life safety applications
- Full configuration via HiQnet Audio Architect software with front-panel display
The BLU-326 delivers enterprise-class audio networking for multi-room recording setups, networked monitoring chains, and scalable session infrastructure where transparent integration with modern Dante ecosystems keeps your production flexible and future-proof.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections: light blemishes and surface scratches on the chassis exterior acquired during storage or transit. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the networking functionality, audio performance, or structural integrity of the unit. Acquire this premium BSS networked I/O expander at a significant B-Stock discount while maintaining full manufacturer warranty coverage and complete operational reliability.
