---
product_id: 52815890
title: "Art Pro Audio P16 - XLR Balanced Patch Bay"
brand: "art"
price: "£163.60"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/52815890-art-pro-audio-p16-xlr-balanced-patch-bay
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
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# passive PCB wiring for reliability 16 balanced XLR channels rugged all-steel chassis Art Pro Audio P16 - XLR Balanced Patch Bay

**Brand:** art
**Price:** £163.60
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎛️ Elevate your audio game with pro-grade patching power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Art Pro Audio P16 - XLR Balanced Patch Bay by art
- **How much does it cost?** £163.60 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/52815890-art-pro-audio-p16-xlr-balanced-patch-bay)

## Best For

- art enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted art brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Rugged, fully shielded black steel enclosure ensures rock-solid durability in any environment.
- • **Protect Your Gear:** Front panel female and rear panel male XLR connectors reduce wear on expensive equipment.
- • **Rack-Ready Efficiency:** Compact 1U 19-inch rackmount design fits seamlessly into professional audio rigs.
- • **Streamline Your Setup:** Centralize 16 balanced XLR inputs for effortless access and organization.
- • **Plug & Play Reliability:** High-quality passive interface with PCB wiring guarantees consistent, noise-free connections.

## Overview

The Art Pro Audio P16 is a 16-channel balanced XLR patch bay designed for live PA, studio, and fixed installations. Featuring a rugged all-steel 1U rackmount chassis, front female and rear male XLR connectors, and reliable passive PCB wiring, it centralizes and protects your audio connections while ensuring long-term durability and noise-free performance.

## Description

Ideal for any live PA rack, studio rack or fixed installation where easy access to XLR inputs are required, the P16 brings all rear-mounted XLR inputs from various devices to one, convenient single space rackmountable location. The P16 saves wear and tear on the connectors of expensive audio equipment by bringing all commonly used connections to the external patch bay. All-steel chassis, black anodized finish and secure, high-quality XLR connections front and back with internal connections made via PCB wiring ensure long term reliability from the passive ART P-16 Balanced XLR rackmount patch bay.

## Features

- 16 channels of balanced direct signals
- High-quality passive interface
- Front panel: Female XLR Connectors, Male on rear panel
- All connections made via reliable PCB wiring
- 19-inch 1U-high rack mount with rugged, fully shielded black all-steel enclosure

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004J9WSD0 |
| Audio Input | XLR |
| Best Sellers Rank | 61,234 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 1,777 in Microphone Cables |
| Brand Name | ART |
| Connectivity Technology | XLR |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (411) |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 3 Years |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840402019152 |
| Included Components | car body |
| Item Type Name | Art Pro Audio P16 - XLR Balanced Patch Bay |
| Item Weight | 1.4 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | ART |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P16 |
| Model Number | P16 |
| Number of Channels | 16 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Output Connector Type | xlr |
| Product Warranty | 12 months. |
| UPC | 840402019152 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ART
- **Connectivity technology:** XLR
- **Item weight:** 1.4 Kilograms
- **Number of channels:** 16
- **Output connector type:** xlr

## Images

![Art Pro Audio P16 - XLR Balanced Patch Bay - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Eouxfhf6L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is there a version with male xlr connectors on the front and female xlrs on the rear?**
A: The ears are reversible so you can mount it either way.

**Q: Are the rack ears reversible**
A: Yes they are reversible.

**Q: Can this patchbay pass through phantom power sent from mixing desk**
A: From the P16 user manual..."The signals may include phantom power for microphones that require it. The P16's outputs are connected directly to the inputs (pin 1 to pin 1, pin 2 to pin 2 and pin 3 to pin 3) so that phantom power passes through unchanged. Please note, however, that you should be extremely careful not to connect phantom power to an input or output not designed to handle it."

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*Store origin: GB*
*Last updated: 2026-08-31*