Part of Allen & Heath’s Avantis series, this 64-channel digital mixer with dPack includes all the premium features of the original Avantis console—with added functionality that enables dLive processing. dLive processing includes up to 16 instances of Dyn8, DEEP Compressors, RackExtra FX, and the Dual Stage Valve Preamp.
Dyn8 delivers four bands of dynamic EQ and four bands of multiband compression. This makes it a perfect tool for taming vocals, tightening sub-groups, and adding sonic glue to a mix. Meanwhile, DEEP compressors provide more personalization for your sound with Peak Limiter 76, OptTronik, 16T, 16VU, Mighty, and Opto. DEEP preamp Dual Stage Valve equips the Avantis dPack for adding a touch of warmth to a full-on valve crunch—and everything in between. Another great function of the Avantis dPack is the RackExtra FX, which features a Transient Controller (to cut and boost the attack and sustain input signal) and Hypabass that strengthens weaker bass to infra- and sub-bass.
Allen & Heath Avantis with dPack Features
- 96kHz 64 channel / 42 bus digital mixer
- XCVI FPGA core with ultra-low latency (0.7ms)
- Fully configurable mix bus architecture
- Full metal chassis
- Continuity UI seamlessly connects physical and touchscreen controls for the fastest, most intuitive workflows
- 12 RackExtra FX slots with dedicated stereo returns
- 16 DCAs
- Dual 15.6" Full HD capacitive touchscreens with gesture control
- AMM (Automatic Mic Mixer) up to 64 channels across 1, 2 or 4 zones
- Fully assignable layout
- 144 fader strips (24 faders, 6 layers) with optional dedicated master section
- SLink port for connection to Remote I/O Expanders and the ME Personal Mixing System
- 12 analog XLR Inputs / 12 analog XLR Outputs
- 1 Stereo AES In / 2 Stereo AES Out
- 2 I/O Ports, both capable of 128x128 operation at 96kHz - for optional cards including Dante, MADI, and gigaACE
- User configurable rotary controls
- 24 assignable SoftKeys
- Comprehensive metering with multi-point peak detection
- Internal storage for stereo playback and recording
- USB stereo playback
- BNC Word Clock
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- Inputs
- Mic/Line XLR Inputs: Balanced XLR, +48V phantom power
- Mic/Line Preamp: Fully recallable
- Input Sensitivity: -60 to +15dBu
- Analog Gain: +5 to +60dB, 1dB steps
- Pad: -20dB Active PAD
- Maximum Input Level: +30dBu (PAD in)
- Input Impedance: >4kΩ (Pad out), >10kΩ (Pad in)
- Mic EIN: -127dB with 150Ω source
- Phantom Power Indication: Per socket, internal or external phantom power sensing, triggered at +24V
- Digital Inputs
- AES3 2 Ch XLR, 2.5Vpp balanced terminated 110Ω
- SRC range 24 bit, 32k - 192kHz, with bypass option
- Outputs
- Analog XLR Outputs: Balanced, Relay protected
- Output Impedance: <75Ω
- Nominal Output: +4dBu = 0dB meter reading
- Maximum Output Level: +22dBu
- Residual Output Noise: -95dBu (muted, 22-22kHz), -90dBu (muted, 0-80kHz)
- Digital Outputs
- AES3 2 Ch XLR, 2.5Vpp balanced terminated 110Ω
- 96kHz sampling rate, globally switchable to 48kHz, 44.1kHz
- System
- Measured balanced XLR In to XLR Out, 22-40kHz, minimum Gain, Pad out
- Dynamic Range: 109dB
- System Signal to Noise: -92dB
- Frequency Response: 20Hz - 30kHz (+0/-0.8dB)
- THD+N (analog in to out): 0.0015% @ +16dBu output, 1kHz 0dB gain
- Headroom: +18dB
- Internal operating Level: 0dBu
- dBFS Alignment: +18dBu = 0dBFS (+22dBu at XLR output)
- Meter Calibration: 0dB meter = -18dBFS (+4dBu at XLR out)
- Meter Peak indication: -3dBFS (+19dBu at XLR out)
- Sampling Rate: 96kHz
- Operating Temperature Range
- 0 deg C to 40 deg C
- 32 deg F to 104 deg F
- Mains Power: 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz, 150W max
- USB Audio playback
- Mono/stereo .WAV files
- 16/24bit, 44.1/48/96kHz
- MP3 files
- FLAC files
- USB Audio recording
- Stereo .WAV files
- 24bit 96kHz
More about Allen & Heath's Avantis Mixing Consoles
Allen & Heath’s Avantis mixing consoles feature the renowned 96kHz XCVI FPGA engine 64 full processing inputs, 12 stereo FX returns, 42 configurable busses, variable bit depth, expanded mix headroom, 0.7ms latency, and dPack option for additional dLive processing. Next-generation technology and parallel virtual processing cores power 88x42 channels (including FX returns) at a sampling rate of 96kHz.
Avantis’ large continuity UI screen streamlines the interplay between physical controls and displays, allowing you to achieve tactile precision over the mix. Faders react to touch by highlighting active channels. The FastGrab tab allows you to instantly adjust parameters (aux sends, EQ, compressor, FX) on specific channels. Channel rotaries let you change gains or pans.
Add effects that create your unique sound. Avantis offers 12 dedicated FX rack slots, with a stunning FX suite that includes reverbs, delays, and classic modulation effects. Offering one slot per effect, each slot has a dedicated stereo return to optimize input channel availability.
Customize your mix to fit your specific system. Avantis mixing consoles are well-equipped for local connectivity, boasting 12 analog XLR inputs and outputs each, as well as AES (Stereo In, 2x Stereo Out). Two additional I/O Ports accommodate dLive option cards, including Dante (64x64 and 128x128), Waves, gigaACE, MADI, and more. Connect any A&H expander hardware via the SLink connection. This flexibility makes Avantis models ideal for front-of-house or monitor splits as well as multitrack recording. Avantis’ all-metal build is simultaneously durable and lightweight, making it a great choice for professional audio setups that take a beating—even touring setups that are on the move.
Take control with Avantis’ integrated apps and available controllers. Avantis Director software, MixPad app, and Custom Control app are compatible. Use the Avantis Director app to edit online and off.
A range of remote controllers and GPIO interfaces are also available, with up to 48 IP remote controllers over a standard TCP/IP network. With these tools at your disposal, ideal applications for Avantis include IEM mixing on stage, extra fader banks at FOH, and local control in breakout rooms.
