Dayton Audio - DAX88 (2024)

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Dayton Audio DAX88
8-Source 8-Zone Distributed Audio Matrix Amplifier

Dayton Audio's DAX88 8-Source, 8-Zone Distributed Audio Matrix Amplifier hands you the definitive multi-zone Wi-Fi audio experience. With a comprehensive and straightforward to use mobile control app Matrio™, the DAX88 liberates you to listen to your music on your terms, no matter where you are in your house. The flexibility of six stereo amplified zones and two stereo line-level preamp zones allow you to use the DAX88 with your choice of speakers. Whether installed for residential or commercial use, the DAX88 provides you complete sonic freedom. Plain and simple.

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With 8-sources and 8-zones, the DAX88 delivers the ultimate customizable multi-zone audio experience. Engineered with an emphasis on simplicity, flexibility, and wireless control, the DAX88 provides you with unrivaled multi-room audio for your home or business. Delivering 75 watts per channel, the DAX88 has enough power to give you an immersive listening experience all across your home or business. Featuring the ability to bridge channels, the DAX88 produces even more power at 180 watts.

Features:

  • Delivers 75 watts per channel with up to 180 watts in bridge power even the most demanding speakers
  • Flexible input options including RCA, 3.5 mm, optical, and wi-fi audio connect to virtually any source
  • Freedom of six amplified stereo zones and two stereo preamp zone easily integrate into both new and existing audio systems
  • Optional keypads, keypad hub, and IR remote provide even more access to control your DAX88.

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Personalized Audio. Room by Room.

  • 8-source, 8-zone multi-zone amplifier delivers the ultimate customizable whole-house audio experience
  • Convenient Matrio™ mobile app gives you total command of all DAX88 features in the palm of your hand
  • Wide array of analog and digital inputs including integrated Wi-Fi and AirPlay streaming options
  • Six stereo amplified zones and two stereo preamp zones ensure a simplified installation process
  • Connect multiple DAX88 units to your network for unlimited system expansion so you never run out of audio options
  • Optional keypads, keypad hub, and IR remote increase control accessibility to offer additional whole-home integration

Multi-Zone Immersion

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Dayton Audio's Matrio™ app simplifies your audio system by giving you and other users access to multi-zone control from your mobile devices. With the ability to select between eight sources and eight zones, Matrio™ streamlines personalized audio experiences across multiple rooms. Matrio™ allows you to change sources, adjust volume, tone, and balance for zones, as well as group zones. Enjoy whole-home audio immersion without needing to move from where you are.

Features:

  • Play synchronized audio from the same source in a single zone or multiple zones in unison
  • Listen to any source across an individual zone or a combination of zones grouped together
  • Multiple users can control source and playback to personalize their listening experience
  • Take command of any source, any zone, and all playback from anywhere in your house

Your Music Your Way

You are already familiar with your go-to streaming service. Dayton Audio didn't want you to have to learn a new music interface to enjoy your tunes. With the integration of a dedicated Wi-Fi audio streaming channel, the DAX88 simplifies listening to the music you love directly from your favorite streaming service. Once both the DAX88 and Matrio™ are on the same network, you can stream to the DAX88 via Apple AirPlay, Spotify Connect, or DLNA. The flexibility of streaming options makes it easy to listen to services such as Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, TIDAL, iHeartRadio, and TuneIn throughout your home or business. Additional hardware and or paid subscription may be required for Pandora, Amazon Music, and other streaming services if you are using Android devices.

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Command at Your Fingertips

Matrio™ gives you complete command over each of your eight output zones. The Zone Control menu allows you to adjust all zone settings, including power on/off, source selection, volume control, and mute on/off. Additional functions, including bass, treble, and the left/right balance, are available for each zone. Matrio™ features a simple to navigate interface that gives you streamlined control over your DAX88.

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All the Control All at Once

In addition to individual zone control, Matrio™ gives you the ability to group multiple zones for streamlined command. The Group Control menu allows you to adjust all possible zone settings, including power on/off and mute on/off. From the menu, you can also sync volumes and input sources across grouped zones. Choose any combination of zones from all DAX88 units on your network for custom group control.

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Custom Names

Customize all of your source, zone, and DAX88 device names to ensure that you can quickly identify zones and inputs. Name each of the eight zones to keep track of what zone you are controlling. Custom zone names help when grouping zones together to ensure you select the correct zone combination. The custom names, changeable at any time, appear in Matrio™ for all users on your network.

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Download the app for free from the iOS or Android app store and fully explore Matrio™ in demo mode without a DAX88 unit.

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Freedom in Simplicity

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The DAX88 offers a wide array of analog and digital inputs, including integrated Wi-Fi (AirPlay, Spotify Connect, DLNA) streaming options. Featuring a dedicated Wi-Fi channel, the DAX88 allows you to stream your favorite music directly from your preferred streaming service through AirPlay, Spotify Connect, and DLNA. With access to streaming services such as Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, TIDAL, iHeartRadio, and TuneIn, the musical world is in your control. Additional hardware and or paid subscription may be required for Pandora, Amazon Music, and other streaming services if you are using Android devices. Analog input options, including four RCA, seven 3.5 mm, and two optical connections, ensure you can use virtually any input source from TVs to media players and additional Bluetooth adapters.

The output flexibility that the DAX88 provides lets you choose your speaker system or integrate the DAX88 into an existing design. With six stereo amplified zones and two stereo preamp zones, the DAX88 gives you the option to use any speaker combinations as well as additional amplifiers. Using the preamp zones with different amplifiers such as 70V commercial-grade amplifiers, the DAX88 instantly provides app-controlled and Wi-Fi streaming options to your 70/100V audio system.

Connect multiple DAX88 units to your network for unlimited system expansion options. If you have more than eight zones that need audio, this expansion capability ensures you never run out of audio options.

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Specs:

Channels: 6 x Stereo Amplified, 2 x Stereo Preamp
RMS Power (All Channels Driven): 75 WPC @ 8 Ohms, 80 WPC @ 4 Ohms, 180 WPC @ 8 Ohms Bridged
Amplifier topology: Class D
Inputs: 4 x RCA, 7 x 3.5 mm, 2 x Optical, 1 x Wi-Fi Audio Streaming (AirPlay, Spotify Connect, DLNA)
Output Connectors: 6 x 4-Pole Phoenix-Type Connectors, 2 x RCA
S/N Ratio: > 87 dB
THD: 0.60%
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
Amplifier Protection: Overload, Short Circuit, Thermal
Trigger System: DC 12V
Max Input Sensitivity: 620 mV
Line Out Voltage: 1.5V
Bass Control and Fc: ±12 dB @ 100 Hz (Shelf)
Treble Control and Fc: ±12 dB @ 10,000 Hz (Shelf)
Power Supply (Switchable): AC 115V/60Hz, 230V/50Hz
Power Consumption: 23W (Standby), 1031W (Max)
Standby: 120 Minutes
Dimensions: 16.75" W x 4" (incl feet) H x 14.25" D
Weight: 17.3 Lbs
Warranty: 5 Years

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Accessible Integration

Optional control keypads, keypad hub, and IR remote increase control accessibility to offer additional whole-home integration. No matter your control requirements, the DAX88 has you covered.

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Control From Your Wall

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If you need quick, accessible zone control, the DAX88 gives you the ability to access total command of the DAX88 via in-wall keypads. You can connect up to eight keypads throughout your home or business that give you direct control over volume, power, bass, treble, mute, and source selection. The keypad has a built-in IR target for use with the DAX88 remote. Also, the keypad has an external IR target terminal if you want to use an additional target in another location.

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All Together Now

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The DAX88 allows you to connect up to eight control keypads per device. With the Keypad Hub, you can connect all of your keypads to the DAX88 with one ethernet connection. Each keypad connects directly to the Keypad Hub via an ethernet cable. The Keypad Hub then connects to the DAX88 with a single ethernet cable to simplify installation and reduce wire clutter.

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Point Aim Control

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The DAX88IR Infrared Remote Control provides complete zone control through the built-in IR receiver on the DAX88 keypads. All keypad functions can be accessed using the DAX88IR. In addition to the keypad functions, the DAX88IR has a mute button to temporarily mute audio in the corresponding zone.

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FAQs

What is the difference between DAX88 and WS66i? ›

DAX88 has only one wireles input while WS66i has two, which means that with DAX only one user can stream spotify to his zones and the other user cannot use spotify. with ws 66i we have 2 users playing simulatneously.

How do I connect my Dayton audio speakers? ›

Connecting Speakers

Using high quality two conductor speaker wire connect your speakers to the binding posts on the rear of the unit. Connect the HTA100's left speaker terminals marked “L-” and “L+” to the corresponding “-” and “+” terminals on your left speaker. Repeat the same process for the right channel.

How do I use Dayton Audio DSP LF? ›

The DSP-LF comes complete with two dual RCA to 3.5 mm cables. Insert the DSP-LF between the sub output on your receiver and your powered sub (or sub amp) input to gain instant control over your desired sound.

What is the difference between 12ax7wa and ECC83S? ›

The 12AX7 Valve (or 12AX7 vacuum Tube) is a small preamplifier valve which is identical to the ECC83 – same valve, just a different name. It has two identical triodes both of which have a high voltage gain. It is used in 99% of all guitar amplifiers.

What is the difference between AES3 and S PDIF? ›

[Note AES3 is a professional (only) audio standard and S/PDIF is a consumer (only) audio standard, while IEC 60958 and EIAJ CO-1201 cover both consumer and professional definitions.] [Caution Do not confuse S/PDIF with SDIF (no P); they are very different.

Is there an app to connect speakers? ›

Seamlessly connect and smartly control any speakers, headphones, earbuds, TVCast, and Carplay that support Airplay & Bluetooth with our Headphones & Speakers Connect App. Powerful Equalizer with personalized bass & volume booster. Sync music all in one place, sync multiple speakers to maximize volume.

How do audio exciters work? ›

Another form of Transducers, Audio Exciters are loudspeaker components that lack the frame and cone of traditional speakers and function by vibrating a rigid surface to create sound. Instead of mounting them with screws, they're adhered to whatever surface is intended to function as the speaker.

How do you connect speakers properly? ›

The first step is to determine which ends of your speaker wire are positive and negative. For speaker wire with connectors, the positive is often red and the negative is black. Once that's done, connect one positive end to the positive terminal on your speaker and the other positive end to your amp or receiver.

Does DSP sound good? ›

With all of this in mind, most consumer audio products that use DSP sound better and fuller at moderate-to-high volumes than at their maximum setting.

What does DSP stand for in speakers? ›

DSP stands for "Digital Signal Processing". A signal processor is any device that alters your audio signal from its input to its output. Types of signal processing can be divided into two general categories. Analog signal processing uses an electrical circuit to modify an audio signal.

Is DSP audio interface worth it? ›

It's useful for some people. But there's no deny that it's becoming less and less useful each day, with the releases of native plugins and with better processors being released as well. Of course, some people will use DSP for many years to come and the DSP is crucial to them, but they will be less and less by the day.

What is the difference between ECC83 and ECC83S? ›

The ECC83 MG is a little more polite than the ECC83S which is pretty aggressive. The ECC83 MG has a fair amount of harmonic density but remains very open sounding whether played clean or overdriven.

What is the difference between ampere and Kiloampere? ›

What Is a Kiloampere? One kiloampere is equal to 1,000 amperes, which are the electrical current equal to the flow of one coulomb per second. The kiloampere is a multiple of the ampere, which is the SI base unit for electric current.

What is the difference between UF4007 and UF5408? ›

The UF4007 is an axially leaded fast recovery power diode in a DO-41 package with low-cost, high-efficiency plastic rectifiers. The UF5408-E3/54 is a soft recovery ultrafast Plastic Rectifier with matte tin-plated leads terminals, UL94V-0 flame-rated moulding compound case.

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