The Waves eMotion LV1 Mixer with 64-Preamp Stagebox, SoundGrid Extreme Server-C, Axis One Computer, and FIT Controller takes the guesswork out of configuring a complete mixing system that delivers world-class sound for extremely large, professional setups in stages, clubs, concert venues, and houses of worship. From the digitally controlled high-end preamps to the ultralow-latency performance and powerful DSP resources, this system is built for ideal workflow efficiency, tactile physical control, and sonic quality.
It includes the 64-channel eMotion LV1 live mixer software, a SoundGrid Extreme Server-C DSP unit for intense plug-in processing, two 32-input / 16-output DSPRO StageGrid 4000 stageboxes, an Axis One Waves-optimized computer, and the FIT motorized-fader controller. Additionally, it comes with four plug-in processors?eMo D5 dynamics, eMo F2 filter, eMo generator, and eMo Q4 equalizer?to allow capable signal control out of the box. The supplied Netgear 8-port switch and Cat 6 Ethernet cables ensure proper hookup of the various SoundGrid-capable devices. Mount the computer and server in 2 RU of rack space with the included rack shelf.
Designed and tuned to run Waves audio application with peak efficiency and worry-free stability, Waves Axis One is a compact, rack-mountable computer that gives demanding engineers the performance they need for high-profile live stage and studio environments. It comes preloaded with Windows 10, Waves Central, eMotion LV1, and all Waves plug-ins, ready for activation via separately available licenses.
Axis One boasts a powerful six-core 3.0 GHz Intel i5 8500 processor and 16GB of DDR4 RAM to keep your apps and effects running smoothly. Internal storage is provided by a 256GB SSD. With two HDMI port and one DisplayPort output, Axis One can support up to three displays, so you can see everything you need at the same time. Axis One's plentiful ports?eight USB Type-A, one USB Type-C, RJ45 Ethernet, and etherCON SoundGrid?enable versatile connectivity without having to rely on additional hubs.
- Intel i5 8500 processor
- 16GB DDR4 RAM
- 256GB SSD internal storage
- Windows 10
- Two HDMI ports and one DisplayPort, supports up to three displays
- One etherCON SoundGrid port
- One RJ45 Ethernet port
- Six USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports
- Two USB 2.0 Type-A ports
- One USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C port
- Preinstalled with the latest versions of Waves Central, eMotion LV1, SuperRack, and all Waves plug-ins (activation and use of the pre-installed plug-ins requires purchase of their licenses)
- Rack-mountable via rack ears or a rack shelf (both available separately)
The Waves FIT is a tactile control unit for the Waves eMotion LV1 live software mixer (available separately). The unit offers 16 channel sections and 1 master section, each featuring a 100mm touch-sensitive motorized fader, a bright display, and common controls including Mute, Solo, Select, and a multi-function rotary control.
The system uses dedicated 1-8 Fader layer switches for toggling between the 8 factory or custom layers in the eMotion LV1 software mixer. The 16 channel rotary controls can be set to control preamp gain or pan settings per channel, with their labels shown in the display. The rotary controller in the center section is a touch and turn knob that can be set to control any LV1 parameter. 16 Select channel toggles can be set to ‘USER’ mode to provide easy and quick access to Mute Groups and user-assignable keys with their text labels displayed. The UTILITY section offers user customization of commonly controlled functions and modes allowing you to optimize your workflow.
- Integrate the world’s elite software live sound mixer with a highly intuitive control surface, for a tactile, hands-on experience that keeps you in full command of your live mix.
- FIT incorporates 16 1 motorized 100mm faders, which combine that familiar hands-on feel with all the benefits of a software-based mixer.
- Boasting bright high-resolution scribble displays, multifunction rotary controls, and user-assignable functions, this compact unit weighs only 9.43 lb, making it perfect for the road and for use in multiple venues.
- Two 5V, 0.5A USB outlets for LED lighting offer extra illumination in dark conditions.
- The included rack ears let you mount the FIT controller into any 19'' 7 RU rack space effortlessly.
- FIT extends the digital workflow of the eMotion LV1 to the tactile world, lining up fader for fader with the onscreen LV1 interface.
- Navigate, operate, and make the most out of the LV1 software. FIT gives you instant control of your LV1 faders, channel parameters, plug-in settings, FX sends, and monitor mixes for fast and efficient live sound mixing control.
- Take advantage of the included 5 factory-set utility functions to access some of the LV1’s most important operations: Toggle rotary mode, create a new scene, flip to custom layer, flip on aux sends, and even use spill mode for precise, tactile commands.
- Use the 8 available fader layer selectors to toggle between fader layers in the LV1, giving you access to any channel in your live session instantly.
- 16 multifunction rotary encoders give you the flexibility to control preamp gain or panning for each channel, with their label shown on the bright display.
- Map any eMotion LV1 parameter to the versatile touch-and-turn knob?for a truly customized live mixing workflow in the most demanding live sound mixing environments.
- Dial in your session’s BPM quickly and accurately with a heavy-duty Tap Tempo button.
- Get fast-and-easy access to mute groups and user-assignable keys by the setting channel select button to user mode.
Waves eMotion LV1 64 Stereo Channels is a digital software mixer with 64 stereo/mono input channels designed for front-of-house, foldback, and broadcast live sound mixing applications. It employs the SoundGrid infrastructure for audio networking and a 32-bit floating point mix engine to deliver pristine audio at sample rates up to 96 kHz and with latency as low as 0.8 ms, along with an intuitive, flexible, and fast workflow, ideal for demanding live environments.
eMotion LV1 gives you precise control over your live sound mixing with sixteen aux channels (stereo/mono), 8 audio groups, L/R/C/Mono panning, and 8 matrixes (stereo/mono). You can run up to eight SoundGrid-compatible plug-ins directly on each channel (Waves or third-party plug-ins). All saved plug-in presets and chains can be shared with the Waves MultiRack and StudioRack plug-in hosts, enabling you to move seamlessly between live and studio environments.
The main mixer window gives you the most important info you need at a glance including all channel inputs and parameters, routing, plug-in inserts, and more. Additional windows provide more detailed views. You can use the channel window for focused control of your plug-ins, including a Touch-and-Slide slider for quick and easy control of all plug-in parameters.
The software can be configured as a portable or stationary setup and can connect to any SoundGrid-compatible I/O or server, allowing you to work on your sessions online or offline, at home, in your hotel room, on the tour bus, or at the live venue.
eMotion LV1 provides support for up to four multitouch screens, as well as diverse industry-standard control surfaces. It ships with the eMo D5 Dynamics, eMo F2 Filter, eMo Generator, and eMo Q4 Equalizer plug-ins, optimized for live environments.
- Digital mixing console software for front-of-house and broadcast live sound mixing
- 64 stereo/mono input channels, 36 buss/return channels
- Total portability?can be configured as a portable or stationary setup, and can connect to any SoundGrid-compatible I/O or server
- Intuitive workflow with a user interface built for flexibility and speed
- Uses the SoundGrid infrastructure for audio networking
- Run up to 8 SoundGrid-compatible plug-ins directly on each channel (Waves or third-party plug-ins)
- Includes eMo D5 Dynamics, eMo F2 Filter, eMo Generator, eMo Q4 Equalizer plug-ins, optimized for live environments
- 16 aux channels (stereo/mono), 8 audio groups, L/R/C/Mono, 8 matrixes (stereo/mono)
- 16 DCA faders, 8 mute groups, 8 user-assignable shortcut keys
- 32-bit floating point mix engine, with latency as low as 0.8 ms
- Sample rate: 44.1 to 96 kHz
- Patch up to 16 hardware and software SoundGrid I/Os
- All processing is done on an external SoundGrid DSP server
- Option to add a redundant DSP server
- Compatible with up to four multitouch screens, as well as diverse hardware control surfaces
- Touch-and-Slide slider for fine control over plug-in parameters
- 6 control windows: Mixer 1, Mixer 2, Channel, Show, Patch, Setup
- Different control windows can run simultaneously on different touchscreens
- Each Mixer window provides 8 layers, each with up to 16 channel strips
- Each channel strip provides control over its channel’s input, dynamics/EQ/filters, plug-in rack, sends, and routing
- Create your own custom layers for a personalized workflow
- Up to 1000 scenes, including recall filters and recall-safe options
- Sends-on-faders mode per Mixer window for each of the 16 aux busses, with auto cue on aux
- MIDI control over scene change
- Preamp control and digital trim per channel input
- Automatic latency compensation on internal mix busses
- Delay groups for output delay alignment
- Multiple outputs available per channel, each with digital trim per output
- Advanced stereo Imager, including balance, rotation, width and L/R panning
- 16 link control groups, providing global control over inputs, plug-ins, EQ, dynamics, and sends for assigned channels
- DCA fader per link control group
- DCA spill?populate layers with DCA-linked channels
- 8 mute groups, with an additional Mute All output option
- Global tempo control per scene
- Show Lock option for locking plug-in instantiations, external routing, and complete surface lock
- Comprehensive meter and clip settings
- 8 user-assignable keys for personalization of control over mixer operation?open specific plug-in, tap tempo, recall specific scene)
- Solo-in-place option, with automatic solo-safe sources and destinations
- Copy & paste channel names, processing, and routing
- A/B input options, for quick patch changes
- External insert for outboard gear connection, as part of the plug-in rack chain
- Offline operation mode, including offline configuration and patching of I/O devices
- Complete channel processing presets, compatible with Waves MultiRack and StudioRack presets
- Smooth integration with the separately available Dugan Speech plug-in for auto-mixing multiple mics
- eMotion LV1 video training course available online
- Compatible with Windows and Mac (64-bit)
- Controls the eMotion LV1 mixer as well as the SoundGrid network that connects all devices
- The eMotion LV1 application is located on this computer, as are your plug-ins and preset files
- eMotion LV1 runs on both Mac and Windows and supports multiple displays
- This is where your plugins are being processed
- The power of the server has direct impact on the number of plug-in instances you can run
- At least one SoundGrid I/O ranging from 2-channel preamps to multiple 128-channel audio interfaces (such as the DiGiGrid MGB/MGO SoundGrid-to-MADI I/Os)
- All I/O devices are connected to the SoundGrid network via Ethernet
- SoundGrid-compatible 1 GB Ethernet switch
- Links the host computer, the server, and all I/O devices
Updated with 10th-generation Intel Core CPU, 8GB of RAM, a sleek industrial design, and brand-new features, the Waves Extreme-C SoundGrid Server is a powerful DSP unit that can effortlessly process hundreds of SoundGrid-compatible plug-ins in real time, live, or in the studio. Taking only half the width of a standard 2 RU rack, the Extreme-C Server fits right inside your carry-on, so you can easily take your mixing to the extreme wherever you go.
Built for elegance and durability, the Extreme-C SoundGrid Server now features LED indicators for easy network and temperature monitoring, plus sturdy RAM positioning for a reliable mixing experience whatever your project. A single RJ45 port ensures simple connectivity to your host computer or SoundGrid audio network. The server comes with built-in rack ears for quick installation straight out of the box.
- Ultralow latency as low as 0.8 ms at 44.1, 48, 88.2, and 96 kHz
- Quiet fan design?fan speed auto-adjusts based on CPU temperature
- Powerful new Intel 10th Generation Core i7-10700 Processor
- 2 RU half-rack, sleek industrial design
- Enhanced with sturdy RAM positioning for added reliability
- LED indicators for easy network and temperature monitoring
- Rugged Neutrik etherCon connector
- 8GB RAM
- Use with any SoundGrid I/O interface (including DiGiGrid I/Os)
- Use with non-SoundGrid I/Os (ASIO/Core Audio) via SoundGrid Connect
- Limited 1-year warranty, extended warranties available
Add 32 high-performance mic preamps and 16 line outputs to your SoundGrid network with the Waves DSPRO StageGrid 4000, a digital stagebox housed in a rugged 4 RU rackmountable chassis. With a secure etherCON port designed for simple hookup to an eMotion LV1 live mixer or any other SoundGrid-compatible hardware/software, the StageGrid 4000 integrates easily into your stage- or studio-based setup. Its redundant AC power supply enables the stagebox to continue working even if power to primary power supply fails.
Each of the digitally controlled preamps offers up to 60 dB of gain, 48V phantom power with LED indication, and a locking XLR mic/line input jack. Analog outputs include 16 balanced XLR line outs and two 1/4" stereo headphone output with their own level controls. BNC wordclock I/O allows proper synchronization with other digital equipment, and eight channels of AES3 I/O are present for routing multichannel digital signal in and out of the stage box.
- 32 x XLR 3-pin mic/line locking inputs
- 16 x XLR line outputs
- Dual 1/4" stereo headphone outputs with separate level controls
- 8-channel AES3 digital I/O via XLR jacks (four female input connectors and four male output connectors)
- BNC I/O for synchronization connectivity (word clock)
- etherCON SoundGrid network port for a secure connection
- Built-in SoundGrid card for interfacing with eMotion LV1 live mixer or any other hardware/software in a SoundGrid network
- Connect a single Ethernet cable to easily record, mix, and monitor live or in the studio
- High-end mic preamps with digital remote control and per-channel clip indication
- 48V phantom power with LED indicator per input
- Up to 96 kHz sample rate
- Rugged 4 RU rackmountable chassis
- Redundant AC power supply
Easily expand the reach of your network with the GS108-400NAS ProSAFE 8-Port Gigabit Switch from NETGEAR. Quickly and easily integrate this network switch into your existing network configuration as it features plug-and-play functionality. With the ability to adjust for network speed and cabling type, the switch can automatically make the necessary adjustments to avoid network downtime.
Realize the true benefit of Gigabit network speeds, as this switch features non-blocking port architecture ensuring you receive Gigabit data transfer rates from each port along with a total bandwidth of 16 Gbps. Additionally, this Gigabit switch from NETGEAR comes equipped with support for the energy-efficient Ethernet networking standard 802.11az to help reduce the overall power consumption of the switch.
Simple set up with no software or configuration needed
Front panel LEDs keep you informed of power status, link speed and link activities.
Durable metal case and long product life (shown by MTBF numbers).
no activity detected. It can further save energy when a short cable (<328 ft / <100 m) is used. Energy savings lead directly to cost savings in operation.