dLive Handles the Most Demanding Live Situations
It’s clear that when Allen & Heath designed the dLive, they had set their sights on building the ultimate digital mixing system. They didn’t want to be hampered by the constraints of an analog paradigm, and they wanted a flexible system that live sound engineers could rely on, no matter what mixing challenge they were facing. Whether you’re in an arena mixing on a large S Class system, or in a house of worship on a compact C Series, dLive systems combine an easy-to-navigate interface with an extensive array of processing tools, staggering levels of I/O, and near-universal compatibility with all major digital protocols.
dLive is a family of products that consists of 6 surfaces and 6 DM rack that can be tailored to create a system for your application and budget. The core of a dLive system consists of two parts: a Surface and a MixRack. The Surface provides you with an interface that operates with intuitive pinch, swipe, drag, and drop gestures. The MixRack is the brain of the system, where all the processing and I/O is housed. If a dLive system were a desktop computer, the Surface would be your mouse and keyboard, while the MixRack would be your CPU.
Surfaces place powerful mixing tools at your fingertips
One thing’s for sure: dLive Surfaces aren’t analog mixers. Rather, they harness the full potential of digital mixing. Each Surface features one or more 12″ touchscreen, so you can manipulate your parameters using smartphone-like gestures. Beyond that, an array of physical faders and other controls supply you with tactile command over your mix. Customizable SoftKeys, easily assignable inputs, and virtual scribble strips ensure a streamlined, non-intimidating mixing experience.
MixRacks provide all the processing power you need, then give you more
At first glance, dLive MixRacks look like your typical digital snake, but that’s where their similarities end. MixRacks house the tremendously powerful XCVI Core, which is the brain of the entire dLive system. The XCVI Core is packed with six parallel mix engines – enough processing power for 160 x 64 channels at 96kHz, with 128 live inputs, a configurable 64-bus architecture, and 16 stereo effects returns. Speaking of effects – there’s sufficient power on tap for a complete arsenal of onboard EQs, compressors, and FX emulations. The MixRack also houses your dLive system’s I/O. Best of all, you can employ more than one MixRack to expand your system.
DEEP technology provides a vast assortment of effects
Allen & Heath’s DEEP technology infuses their MixRacks with an assortment of FX emulations to make your mixes pop. 64 Dyn8 dynamic EQ and multiband compression engines keep your dynamics under control. Shape your sound with a powerful array of EQs. Enjoy latency-free performance without monopolizing any of the MixRack’s 16 FX slots. An array of reverb, delay, and modulations are available from Allen & Heath’s RackExtra FX Portfolio.
RackExtra FX portfolio includes:
- Echo
- Bucket Brigade
- Stereo Tap Delay
- Dynamic EQ
- MultiBD3 Multiband Compressor
- MultiBD4 Multiband Compressor
- Transient Controller
- Pitch Doubler
- VS1 Vocal Shift
- Rotator
- SMR Live
- 2 Tap Delay
- Gated Verb
- ADT Doubler
- Chorus
- Electric Flange
- 12-stage Phaser
- Symphonic Chorus
- Hypabass
- De-esser
dLive S Class
The dLive S Class is Allen & Heath’s flagship digital mixing system and was created for professional touring, broadcast, and permanent installations, offering a “no-compromise” system. These systems feature full redundancy, hot swap power supplies in all components, and maximum network flexibility. S Class systems are tailor-made for demanding and high-profile touring sound applications.
S Class Surface Features
- Touchscreens offer intuitive control and at-a-glance visual feedback
- Faders and 1-knob/1-function rotary controls provide superb tactile control
- Assignable inputs, virtual scribble strips, and customizable SoftKeys for ease of use
- Dedicated multimode EQ view for easy sound shaping
- Configurable widget areas provide you with quick access to scenes, meters, effects, and more
- Dual redundant hot-swappable power supply capability offers amazing reliability
- USB stereo recording and playback
- Rugged high-grade metal construction
Surfaces are available in three configurations: the 20-fader S3000, the 28-fader S5000, and the 36-fader S7000.
| S3000 | S5000 | S7000 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 12″ touchscreen | 2 x 12″ touchscreens | 2 x 12″ touchscreens |
| 20 faders | 28 faders | 36 faders |
| 26 SoftKeys | 26 SoftKeys | 26 SoftKeys |
| 6 rotary controls | 6 rotary controls | 6 rotary controls |
| 8 XLR inputs/outputs | 8 XLR inputs/outputs | 8 XLR inputs/outputs |
| 2 AES inputs | 2 AES inputs | 2 AES inputs |
| 3 AES outputs | 3 AES outputs | 3 AES outputs |
| Word clock I/O | Word clock I/O | Word clock I/O |
| 2 option I/O slots | 2 option I/O slots | 2 option I/O slots |
| External VGA output | External VGA output | External VGA output |
| Dual gigaACE link | Dual gigaACE link | Dual gigaACE link |
| DX Expander link | DX Expander link | DX Expander link |
Five 128-channel, 96kHz card slots will accommodate any of the following I/O cards:
- AH-M-Waves3-A 128 ch 96kHz Waves card
- AH-M-gigACE- 128 channel digital split card
- AH-M-Dante-A, 64 channel 48kHz Dante Card
- AH-M-Madi-A, 64 channel 48kHz Madi Card
- AH-M-Adapt-A, Adaptor Module (for 48 K cards)
S Class MixRack Features
- XCVI Core delivers unprecedented performance
- 16 stereo effects returns with built-in FX
- 128 input channels and 64 mix outputs with full processing
- Expandable up to 848-ins/848-outs, all running at 96kHz
- Dual redundant hot-swappable power supply capability offers amazing reliability
- 3 x 128-channel option I/O slots support Dante, Waves SG, ACE, MADI, and more
- ME-1 port for connecting a personal monitoring system
MixRacks are available in three configurations: the 32-in/16-out DM32, 48-in/24-out DM48, and 64-in/32-out DM64
| DM32 | DM48 | DM64 |
|---|---|---|
| 128 channels | 128 channels | 128 channels |
| 64 buses | 64 buses | 64 buses |
| 32 mic preamps | 48 mic preamps | 64 mic preamps |
| 16 outputs | 24 outputs | 32 outputs |
| 16 stereo effects returns | 16 stereo effects returns | 16 stereo effects returns |
Available networking modules for your MixRack:
Dante, gigaACE, ACE, Waves 2, Waves 3, EtherSound, MADI, Multichannel Audio Interface
Expand Your dLive System
Increase your S Class system’s I/O with a DX32 Expander
- 4 x 8-channel slots add 32 channels of I/O to your dLive system
- Up to 2 DX32 Expanders can be connected to a MixRack for up to 64 channels of I/O
- 1 DX32 Expander can be connected to a Surface for 32 additional channels of I/O
- Ultra-reliable dual redundant Cat 5 link to Surface or MixRack
- Dual redundant hot-swappable power supply capability offers amazing reliability
Available I/O modules for your DX32 Expander:
- M-AIN – 8 recallable mic preamps
- M-DIN – 4 stereo AES3 inputs with SRC
- M-AOUT – 8 line-level balanced outputs
- M_DOUT – 4 stereo AES3 outputs
dLive C Class
Supply dLive power to smaller venues
The dLive C Class packs the full power and flexibility of the S Series into a portable, compact format. Although sharing the same internal XLVI FPGA processor, software, preamps and common workflow, these smaller systems feature a single internal power supply and fewer network ports. C Class systems are a cost effective, high channel count solution for corporate AV, education, houses of worship, and theaters – anywhere space is at a premium.
C Class Surfaces are available in three configurations: the 12-fader C1500, the 20-fader C2500, and the 24-fader C3500.
| C1500 | C2500 | C3500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 12″ touchscreen | 1 x 12″ touchscreen | 2 x 12″ touchscreens |
| 12 faders | 20 faders | 24 faders |
| 19 SoftKeys | 19 SoftKeys | 19 SoftKeys |
| – | 6 rotary controls | 6 rotary controls |
| 6 XLR inputs/outputs | 6 XLR inputs/outputs | 6 XLR inputs/outputs |
| 1 AES input | 1 AES input | 1 AES input |
| 1 AES output | 1 AES output | 1 AES output |
| Connection hub | Connection hub | Connection hub |
Two 128-channel, 96kHz card slots will accommodate any of the following I/O cards:
- AH-M-Waves3-A 128 ch 96kHz Waves card
- AH-M-gigACE- 128 channel digital split card
- AH-M-Dante-A, 64 channel 48kHz Dante Card
- AH-M-Madi-A, 64 channel 48kHz Madi Card
- AH-M-Adapt-A, Adaptor Module (for 48 K cards)
C Class MixRacks are available in three configurations: the 32-in/16-out CDM32, 48-in/24-out CDM48, and 64-in/32-out CDM64.
| CDM32 | CDM48 | CDM64 |
|---|---|---|
| 128 channels | 128 channels | 128 channels |
| 64 buses | 64 buses | 64 buses |
| 32 mic preamps | 48 mic preamps | 64 mic preamps |
| 16 outputs | 24 outputs | 32 outputs |
| 16 stereo effects returns | 16 stereo effects returns | 16 stereo effects returns |
Available networking modules for your MixRack:
Dante, gigaACE, ACE, Waves 2, Waves 3, EtherSound, MADI, Multichannel Audio Interface
Expand your dLive Ecosystem with these accessories
Take control of your monitor mix with an ME-1 Personal Mixing System
Thanks to the dedicated port on your MixRack, your dLive system is fully compatible with Allen & Heath’s ME-1 Personal Mixing System. The ME-1 gives each performer control of up to a 40-source mix via a simple 1-knob control and 16 assignable user keys. Its dimmable OLED is easy to read on both dark and bright stages. You can connect multiple units together and to the source via Dante, EtherSound, or MADI.
- Personal monitor mixer handles up to 40 sources from your dLive system
- Simple 1-knob control over major functions
- 16 assignable user keys can be assigned to a single source or to a group
- OLED screen is easy to read on both dark and bright stages
- Daisy-chain mixers or use a standard PoE Ethernet hub
- Built-in ambience mic keeps you connected to the stage
- USB port for archiving and transferring user presets
Harness the full potential of your system with dLive Director
dLive Director is an editor and control app for your system that works on both Mac and Windows (including Windows Surface Pro tablets). Its Touchscreen view replicates your dLive Surface’s interface, so navigating it is a snap. It’s also a great way to learn your way around the dLive system before stepping up to a Surface for the first time. Use dLive Director to configure your system, channel plot, I/O patch, and Surface layout offline before a show. Check and edit Show files before loading them into your system at the venue. Or hop on the same network as your dLive system and control your mix live using your laptop or tablet. dLive Director’s touch-friendly interface is resizable, so it works on many different resolutions, from tablets to large touchscreens.
- Editor and control software for your dLive system
- Touchscreen view replicates your Surface’s interface for easy navigation
- Configure your system, channel plot, I/O patch, and Surface layout offline
- Check and edit Show files before loading them into your system
- Control your mixes live from your laptop or tablet
- Mac and PC compatible
Enhance your system’s flexibility with IP6 and IP8 remote controllers
IP6 and IP8 remote controllers are a great way to enhance the flexibility of your dLive system. These infinitely useful add-ons connect to your system using standard TCP/IP and can be networked with other controllers, computers, and more via Ethernet. The IP6 is loaded with six rotary encoders that are ideal for taking command of a personal monitoring system. The IP8 expands your system with eight motorized faders – perfect for adding hands-on control to a compact dLive setup or supplementing your Surface with a sidecar.
- Infinitely useful expanders for your dLive system
- Connects using TCP/IP and can be networked to other devices via Ethernet
- Achieve hands-on control over personal monitor mixes and more
- Add hands-on control to a compact dLive setup or supplement your Surface with a sidecar
MixPad and OneMix provide wireless control for your system
Gain wireless control over your dLive system with the MixPad app. Use your iPad to tweak settings from anywhere in the venue, so your audience experiences great sound no matter where they’re seated. MixPad and your Surface work together seamlessly, so one engineer can mix front of house while another mixes monitors from the stage. In fact, several iPads can be connected at one time, with each providing independent control. OneMix provides you with complete control over your monitor mix. This means that each musician can create a customized mix without affecting the other monitors or front-of-house mix.
- Tweak your settings from anywhere in the venue
- Ensure that every member of your audience experiences great sound
- Allow each musician to control their own monitor mix
To find out more about configuring a dLive system for your needs, call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer at (800) 222-4700.
