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48 input channels
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16 local mic inputs (XLR)
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Two 1/4" stereo inputs (TRS)
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One 1/8" stereo input
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36 total busses
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12 stereo mixes (Aux or Group) + Main
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PAFL bus
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14 assignable local outputs (12 XLR + two 1/4" TRS)
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AES digital output
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Dedicated talkback mic input (XLR)
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1/4" TRS headphone out with dedicated control
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SLink EtherCON connection for remote audio using dSnake, DX, or gigaACE protocol (64x64 channels)
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I/O port for option card (including 3rd party protocols - Dante/Waves)
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8 mute groups
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8 DCA groups
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8 stereo FX with dedicated FX returns
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DEEP processing ready
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RackFX effects suite
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7" color touchscreen
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8 assignable SoftKeys
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Dedicated physical controls for channel processing (Gain, HPF Frequency, Gate Threshold, Compressor Threshold, Pan, EQ Gain/Frequency/Width)
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16+1 faders with 6 layers for 96 assignable channel strips
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Motorized faders for sends on faders, GEQ fader flip, and mix recall
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16 backlit LCD channel-strip displays
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Single-point metering
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Integrated surface illumination
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Single/dual footswitch control
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Input channel linking for stereo sources
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Patchable insert points
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Input processing - Preamp, HPF, Gate, PEQ, Compressor, Delay
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Output processing - PEQ, Graphic EQ, Compressor, Delay
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Automatic mic mixing
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31-band, real-time analyzer (RTA)
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Quick copy/paste/reset for parameters
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User permissions to restrict operator access
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300 scene memories per show
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Channel safes, global and per-scene recall filters
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FX, processing, and channel libraries
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SQ-Drive for stereo and multitrack recording/playback direct to USB drive
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USB transfer of scenes, libraries, shows
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32x32 channel USB streaming to/from Mac/Windows
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DAW control driver for MIDI control via USB or TCP/IP
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Wireless remote mixing apps for iPad and Android
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Compatible with ME personal-monitoring range
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Mic/Line InputsMic/Line Inputs: Balanced XLR, fully recallable
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Input Sensitivity: -60 to +0 dBu
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Switchable Pad: -20 dB
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Analog Gain: 0 to +60 dB, 1 dB steps
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Maximum Input Level: +30 dBu
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Input Impedance: >5 kOhms
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THD+N, Unity Gain (0 dB): 0.002% -92 dBu (20 Hz - 20 kHz, AES direct out, @ 0 dBu 1 kHz)
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THD+N, Mid-Gain (+30 dB): 0.003% -91 dBu (20 Hz - 20 kHz, AES direct out, @ -30 dBu input 1 kHz)
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Phantom Power +48V (+3V / -2V)
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Stereo Line InputsST1, ST2 Connectors: Balanced, 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS
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ST3 Connector: Unbalanced, stereo 1/8" / 3.5 mm
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Input Sensitivity (ST1, ST2 / ST3): Nominal +4 dBu ST1, ST2 / 0 dBu ST3
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Trim: +/-24 dB
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Maximum Input Level (ST1,ST2 / ST3): +22 dBu / +18 dBu
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Input Impedance: >7 kOhms
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Analog OutputsOutputs 1-12: Balanced, XLR
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Outputs A and B: Balanced 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS
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Source: Patchable
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Output Impedance: <75 Ohms
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Nominal Output: +4 dBu = 0 dB meter reading
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Maximum Output Level: +22 dBu
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Residual Output Noise: -90 dBu (muted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz)
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AES Digital Audio OutputsAES Digital Output: Balanced XLR, 2 channel
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96 kHz sampling rate (default with SRC bypassed)
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Switchable Output Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2 (96 kHz)
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2.5 Vpp balanced terminated 110 Ohms
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Network ConnectionsConnection Neutrik EtherCON (RJ45)
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dsnake mode (48 kHz devices)*: 64 channels assignable, compatible with AR2412, AR84, AB168, ME
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dx mode (96 kHz Devices): 32 channels assignable*, compatible with DX168
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gigaACE (96 kHz Devices): 128 channels assignable, compatible with dLive, SQ and DXHub*
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Inputs: Fully patchable
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Outputs: Fully patchable
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Sync/SRC: Assignable as master audio sync for all modes
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I/O Expansion ModuleMulti-channel IO option module
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Inputs: Fully patchable
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Outputs: Fully patchable
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Sync/SRC assignable as master audio sync
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Audio SpecificationsMeasured balanced XLR in to XLR out, 0 dB gain, 0 dBu input
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Dynamic Range112 dB
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Frequency Response20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0/-0.5 dB)
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Headroom+18 dB
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Operating LevelInternal Operating Level: 0 dBu
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THD+NTHD+N, Mic/Line Routed to Main L/R Out: Unity gain faders @ 0 dB, 0.006%, -84 dBu (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
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dBFS Alignment+18 dBu = 0 dBFS (+22 dBu at XLR output)
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Metering AccuracyMeter Calibration: 0 dB meter = -18 dBFS (+4 dBu at XLR out)
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MeteringMain Meter Type: 2 x 12 segment, fast (peak) response
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Channel Meter Type: Single point metering, fully programmable color/brightness
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Peak Indication: -3 dBFS (+19 dBu at XLR out), multi-point sensing
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Sampling Rate96 kHz
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Bit DepthUses XCVI core custom bit widths in algorithms, up to 96-bit
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Latency<0.7 ms, local mic input routed to main L/R. (direct, no EQ/ effects)
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Faders3.9" / 100.0 mm
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Touch Screen7.0" / 177.8 mm, capacitive, 800 x 480 resolution, 24-bit RGB
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Softkeys8
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GroupsMute Groups: 8
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DCA Groups: 8
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NetworkTCP/IP Ethernet for MIDI and control
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MIDITCP/IP and USB Type-B
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FootswitchSingle or dual, momentary or latching
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SourceChannels 1-48: Fully patchable
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Global Source: SQ-Drive or USB Type-B streaming
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PolarityNormal/inverted
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Trim-24 to +24 dB
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High Pass Filter12 dB/octave 20 Hz to 2 kHz
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InsertInsert (Pre EQ/Comp): Fully patchable
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DelayUp to 341 ms
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GateGate: Patchable sidechain
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Sidechain Filter: Hi-pass (20 to 5 kHz), Band-pass (120 Hz to 10 kHz), Lo-pass (120 Hz to 20 kHz)
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Threshold / Depth: -72 dBu to +18 dBu / 0 to 60 dB
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Attack / Hold / Release: 50 ?s to 300 ms / 10 ms to 5 seconds / 10 ms to 1 second
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Parametric EqualizerPEQ: 4-band fully parametric, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±15 dB
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Band 1, Band 4: Selectable shelving (Baxandall), bell
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Band 2, Band 3: Bell
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Bell Width: Variable Q, 1.5 to 1/9th octave
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CompressorCompressor: Patchable sidechain
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Sidechain Filter: Hi-pass (20 to 5 kHz), Band-pass (120 Hz to 10 kHz), Lo-pass (120 Hz to 20 kHz), Q=1
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Threshold / Ratio: -46 dBu to 18 dBu / 1:1 to infinity
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Attack / Release: 30 ?s to 300 ms / 50 ms to 2 seconds
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Knee: Soft/hard
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Detector Response: Peak/RMS switchable
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Parallel Path Compression: Dry/wet -infin to 0 dB
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Channel Direct OutFollow fader, mute, mute group, DCA (global all channels)
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Source SelectionPost-Preamp, Post-HPF, Post Gate, Insert Return, M Post PEQ, Post Comp, Post Delay
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Trim: -? to 10 dB per channel
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InsertInsert (Pre EQ/Comp): Fully patchable
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DelayUp to 682 ms
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Graphic Equalizer28 bands 31 Hz to 16 kHz, ±12 dB gain, constant 1/3 octave
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FXInternal FX: 8 x RackFX engine, Send>Return or Inserted (4 dedicated fx bus)
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Types: SMR Reverb, StereoTap Delay, Gated Reverb, ADT, BlueChorus, Symphonic Chorus, Flanger, Phaser
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8 x Dedicated Stereo FX Returns: Fader, Pan, Mute, Routing to Mix/LR, 4-Band PEQ
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PAFLPFL or stereo in-place AFL, 0 to -24 dB trim, PAFL
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Delay up to 682 ms
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TalkbackDedicated input, assignable to any mix, Gain, Pad, 48 V, 12 dB/oct HPF
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Signal GeneratorAssignable to any mix, (sine/white/pink/bandpass noise)
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RTA Real Time Analyzer31-bands, 1/3 octave 20 Hz to 20 kHz, follows PAFL source
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RecorderSQ-Drive: USB Type-A
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Stereo Record: 2-channel, WAV, 96 kHz, 24-bit, source fully patchable
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Stereo Playback: 1/2-channel, WAV, 44.1, 48, 96 kHz, 16-/24-bit, source fully patchable
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Multitrack Record: 16-channel, WAV, 96 kHz, 24-bit, track sources fully patchable
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Multitrack Playback: 16-channel, WAV, 96 kHz, 24-bit fully patchable
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USB AudioUSB Audio Streaming: USB Type-B, Core Audio compliant, ASIO/WDM for Windows
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Send (Upstream): 32-channel, 96 kHz, 24-bit
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Return (Downstream): 32-channel, 96 kHz, 24-bit
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Power100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
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Maximum Power Consumption:
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Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
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Dimensions (W × H × D)17.3 x 20.3 x 7.8" / 440.0 x 514.9 x 198.0 mm
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Weight23.1 lb / 10.5 kg
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Package Weight33.0 lb
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Box Dimensions (LxWxH)27.0 x 24.0 x 14.5"