Alice AES-3id – Dual PSU Distribution Amplifier

Alice AES-3id is a 1U dual PSU AES-3id distribution amplifier designed to fan out a single AES-3id digital audio source to up to twelve destinations in broadcast and production facilities. Carrying 75 ohm AES-3id over BNC, the Alice AES-3id delivers reliable distribution of digital programme, sync or reference signals to recorders, routers, converters and monitor chains.

The Alice AES-3id distribution amplifier is available in several rear-panel configurations, including models with AES-3id input on BNC and twelve BNC outputs or mixed XLR/BNC layouts to suit existing cabling. Each output on the Alice AES-3id is individually transformer isolated to minimise ground loops and reflections on long coaxial runs, helping maintain signal integrity at high sample rates and cable lengths commonly found in OB trucks and machine rooms. Dual mains power supplies on separate IEC inlets give the Alice AES-3id redundancy so the digital distribution continues to run if one supply or mains feed fails.

• Twelve AES-3id outputs. The Alice AES-3id provides twelve independently buffered 75 ohm outputs so one AES-3id signal can feed multiple digital devices without loss of level or quality.
• Dual power supplies. Two internal mains supplies with separate IEC connectors ensure the Alice AES-3id keeps working even if a single PSU or circuit fails.
• Flexible connector layouts. Model options offer BNC input with twelve BNC outputs or XLR/BNC input combinations with twelve XLR outputs, allowing the Alice AES-3id to drop into existing wiring without adapters.
• Transformer-isolated outputs. Each Alice AES-3id output is transformer isolated to reduce hum loops and impedance mismatches on long AES-3id cable runs.
• Compact 1U chassis. The Alice AES-3id comes in a shallow 1U 19-inch case that fits easily into crowded racks in studios, OB vans and technical areas.
• Broadcast-ready reliability. Designed for continuous operation, the Alice AES-3id offers stable AES-3id digital audio and sync distribution in demanding professional environments.

For engineers needing a compact, redundant solution for distributing AES-3id digital audio or sync throughout a facility, the Alice AES-3id dual PSU distribution amplifier delivers robust performance, flexible I/O layouts and dependable operation in a single 1U unit.

As alternatives to the Alice AES-3id, consider the Alice DA6-2 MKII analogue distribution amplifier for balanced analogue feeds, or the Alice Timecode DA when you need longitudinal timecode distribution rather than AES-3id. To explore more products related to the Alice AES-3id, visit our Alice brand page and the main Clocks & Timers category on Broadcasters Warehouse.