Behringer FLOW 4VIO Extender

Behringer FLOW 4VIO Extender

The Behringer FLOW 4VIO is a dedicated StageConnect I/O extender built to seamlessly expand the input and monitoring capacity of the FLOW 4V field mixer/recorder. It’s ideal for video production settings and mobile audio workflows where more mic inputs and flexible monitoring are needed without complicating your setup.

Key Features

I/O Expansion via StageConnect

• Adds four additional dual-stage microphone preamps to your FLOW 4V setup, matching the same high-quality, 32-bit float architecture for consistent audio performance.
• Effectively doubles your mic input count from four to eight—great for larger shoots or multi-mic dialogue scenes.

Enhanced Monitoring

• Includes two independent headphone outputs with separate level controls, providing more monitoring options for talent and crew.
• When paired with FLOW 4V, you get up to three independent headphone feeds without splitters.

USB Audio & Computer Integration

• Works as a class-compliant USB audio and MIDI interface for computers, offering up to 4×4 channels for recording, playback, and control tasks.
• Adds flexibility if you switch between field production and studio workflows.
• ⚡ StageConnect Digital Link
• Uses Behringer’s StageConnect digital link for multi-channel, uncompressed audio with sub-millisecond latency.
• Single-cable connection (XLR or DMX) carries audio, clock, control data, and even power between units.
• Compatible with other StageConnect devices (e.g., WING consoles) and can be powered remotely from compatible host devices.

Power & Mounting Flexibility

• Can be powered via USB-C, the included power adapter, or via StageConnect from another compatible device.
• Includes 1/4-20 integrated mount points and screws for attaching to cameras, stands, or tripods.

Technical Highlights

• Mic Preamp Design: Dual-stage with switchable +48 V phantom power and up to +70 dB gain.
• Dynamic Range: Up to approx. 142 dB for clean, no-clip recordings.
• Frequency Response: ~5 Hz to 22 kHz.
• USB Audio: 4 in / 4 out via USB-C class-compliant audio.
• Headphone Outs: 2 × 1/4″ TRS stereo.
• Dimensions: ~184 × 128 × 53 mm; Weight ≈ 0.75 kg.

The FLOW 4VIO is especially valuable for filmmakers, content creators, and production teams who need to scale audio inputs and monitoring without adding complex mixers or interfaces. Its seamless integration with the FLOW 4V ecosystem and StageConnect makes expanding setups straightforward, reliable, and clean on set or in studio.

Recommended Products

• The Hub of the System: To utilize the full potential of this extender, pair it with the primary recording and mixing unit for a complete 10-track field rig: Behringer FLOW 4V Field Recorder.
• High-Fidelity Monitoring: Take advantage of the dual independent headphone outputs with these industry-standard studio headphones for accurate on-set monitoring: Yamaha Studio Headphones.