Digital Wireless Rack Receiver with Dante
The Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE (Q1-9) is a four-channel digital wireless receiver designed for professional audio environments requiring reliable RF performance and seamless network integration. Housed in a rugged 1U rackmount chassis, it provides Dante network audio connectivity and advanced digital wireless technology for scalable microphone systems.
Operating in the Q1-9 frequency band from 470.2–550 MHz, the receiver supports wideband tuning and intelligent RF coordination to maintain stable wireless operation in demanding environments. With integrated antenna distribution, network control, and secure digital audio transmission, it is ideal for touring systems, broadcast setups, corporate AV installations, and houses of worship.
Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE (Q1-9) Competitive Differences
- Four-channel digital wireless receiver with integrated Dante network audio
- Low-latency 1.9 ms transmission with AES-256 encrypted audio
Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE (Q1-9) Description
The Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE (Q1-9) brings advanced wireless technology and network audio integration together in a compact 1U rack receiver. Designed for the Evolution Wireless Digital platform, the unit delivers four independent wireless channels with pristine audio quality and ultra-low latency of just 1.9 ms, ensuring seamless performance for live sound and broadcast production.
Built-in Dante connectivity allows the receiver to integrate directly into networked audio systems, simplifying large installations and reducing the need for additional analog cabling. Multiple network ports support flexible configurations for control, Dante primary and secondary networks, and remote monitoring across complex AV infrastructures.
The system features a wide switching bandwidth of up to 88 MHz and advanced frequency coordination using equidistant channel spacing. In standard mode, up to 146 channels can operate simultaneously, while Link Density mode supports up to 293 channels in high-density RF environments, making it ideal for large-scale productions.
With integrated antenna distribution and loop-through capability, multiple receivers can be cascaded to support up to 16 channels using shared antennas. Combined with Bluetooth connectivity, remote control apps, and Sennheiser’s Control Cockpit and Wireless Systems Manager software, the receiver offers powerful monitoring and configuration tools for professional wireless deployments.
EW-DX EM 4 DANTE Features
- Four-channel digital wireless receiver for EW-DX systems
- Dante network audio integration
- Q1-9 frequency band: 470.2 – 550 MHz
- Ultra-low latency digital transmission (1.9 ms)
- Wide switching bandwidth up to 88 MHz
- Equidistant tuning grid for simplified frequency coordination
- Link Density mode supporting high channel counts
- AES-256 encrypted wireless transmission
- Integrated antenna splitter with antenna power and RF loop-through
- Four configurable Ethernet ports for control and Dante networking
- Bluetooth connectivity for remote setup and monitoring
- Compatible with Sennheiser Control Cockpit and Wireless Systems Manager
EW-DX EM 4 DANTE Specifications
- Receiver Type: Digital wireless rack receiver
- Channels: 4
- Frequency Range: 470.2 – 550 MHz (Q1-9)
- Switching Bandwidth: Up to 88 MHz
- Latency: 1.9 ms
- Dynamic Range: 134 dB
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Audio Output Level: Max 18 dBu
- Headphone Output: 2 × 70 mW @ 32 Ω
- Network Audio: Dante (48 kHz / 96 kHz, 24-bit)
- Ethernet Ports: 4 × RJ-45
- Power Input: 90 – 265 VAC, 47 – 63 Hz
- Power Consumption: Max 37 W
- Dimensions: 19 x 1.73 x 14.66 in (483 x 44 x 373 mm)
- Weight: Approx. 10.1 lb (4.6 kg)
What's In The Box
- Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE (Q1-9) Receiver
- 2 Rod Antennas
- Rack Mount Kit
- Power Cable
- Rubber Feet
