Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface – ultra-low latency, and extensive workflow flexibility

Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface

Experience world-class live sound control with the Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface, a premium professional digital mixing console designed for touring productions, houses of worship, theaters, broadcast facilities, rental companies, and large-scale live events. Built on Allen & Heath’s renowned XCVI processing platform, the dLive S3000 delivers exceptional audio quality, ultra-low latency, and extensive workflow flexibility for demanding audio professionals.

The Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface is part of the acclaimed dLive ecosystem, combining a compact control surface with powerful MixRack processing capabilities. Designed for engineers who require maximum functionality in a space-efficient footprint, the S3000 offers intuitive operation, advanced customization, and unmatched reliability in mission-critical environments.

At the heart of the dLive system is Allen & Heath’s proprietary XCVI FPGA engine, delivering 96kHz audio processing with class-leading performance and an impressive ultra-low latency of less than 0.7 milliseconds. The platform provides massive processing power, enabling engineers to manage complex productions with confidence while maintaining pristine sound quality across every channel.

The Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface features 20 motorized faders arranged in six layers, providing access to up to 120 assignable channels. Its dual 12-inch capacitive touchscreens offer exceptional visibility and intuitive control, allowing users to monitor parameters, access channel processing, and customize layouts quickly and efficiently. The responsive multi-touch interface streamlines workflow and minimizes setup time during live productions.

Designed with flexibility in mind, the Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface includes 8 analog XLR inputs and 8 XLR outputs integrated directly into the surface, enabling quick local connectivity for microphones, playback devices, intercom systems, and monitoring equipment. The built-in audio I/O complements the extensive connectivity available through compatible dLive MixRacks, making the system suitable for both fixed installations and mobile applications.

Engineers benefit from comprehensive processing capabilities, including DEEP Processing integration, which enables the use of embedded studio-grade compressors and preamps without consuming additional processing resources. The system supports advanced dynamics, multiband compression, feedback suppression, graphic equalizers, and extensive effects libraries to meet the needs of modern productions.

The ergonomic design of the Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface enhances operational efficiency with customizable SoftKeys, assignable rotary controls, dedicated channel strips, and integrated gesture control. The Harmony UI adapts to the engineer’s workflow, reducing menu navigation and improving access to critical functions during fast-paced live environments.

For networked audio applications, the dLive platform supports Dante, Waves SoundGrid, MADI, gigaACE, and AES networking through optional expansion cards. This flexibility allows seamless integration into broadcast systems, recording environments, and large-scale audio networks.

Built with durability and reliability in mind, the Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface features a robust construction designed to withstand the demands of touring and rental environments. Its compact dimensions make transportation easier while maintaining the comprehensive feature set expected from a flagship digital mixing solution.

The Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface supports advanced scene management, extensive user permissions, automatic microphone mixing, and redundant operation options, ensuring uninterrupted performance during critical events. Remote control applications for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android further enhance workflow by enabling engineers to manage mixes from virtually anywhere within the venue.

Whether mixing concerts, theatrical productions, corporate events, houses of worship services, festivals, or broadcast programs, the Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface provides the power, flexibility, and sound quality required by today’s audio professionals.

Its combination of exceptional processing capability, intuitive operation, flexible connectivity, and industry-leading audio performance makes the Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface an outstanding investment for professionals seeking a scalable digital mixing platform that can adapt to evolving production requirements.

Choose the Allen & Heath dLive S3/X S3000 Mixing Surface to elevate your live sound workflow with precision control, superior sonic performance, and the confidence of a platform trusted by engineers worldwide.

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Features

• XCVI FPGA processing core with 96kHz operation
• Ultra-low latency below 0.7ms
• 20 motorized faders with 6 assignable layers
• Access to up to 120 input channels
• Dual 12-inch capacitive touchscreens
• Integrated 8 XLR inputs and 8 XLR outputs
• Harmony user interface for fast operation
• DEEP Processing integration
• Customizable SoftKeys and rotary controls
• Extensive effects and dynamics processing
• Automatic microphone mixing capability
• Scene and show management tools
• Optional Dante, Waves, MADI, and gigaACE networking
• Remote control via desktop and mobile applications
• Redundant power supply support
• Compact and tour-ready construction

Specifications

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