Allen & Heath gigaACE Audio Networking Card

Massive Channel Counts. Zero Compromise.

The Allen & Heath gigaACE audio networking card (M-DL-GACE A) is a high-capacity, point-to-point digital transport solution for professional live sound and broadcast environments. This card establishes a bidirectional 128x128 channel link between dLive and Avantis mixing systems. It provides a high-resolution, uncompressed alternative to traditional analog multicores by utilizing standard CAT5e or higher cabling.

Sonic Transparency at High Velocity
The gigaACE operates at native 96kHz with ultra-low transport latency of 5 samples (52 microseconds), ensuring phase-coherent audio alignment across networked consoles. This latency specification delivers responsiveness equivalent to local I/O without the signal degradation typical of high-latency digital systems.

Mission-Critical Hardware Redundancy
The gigaACE features dual locking EtherCon ports with hardware-level redundancy and proprietary FPGA-driven failover. Cable loss on one port results in zero audio dropouts or synchronization errors, ensuring uninterrupted operation during critical performances.

Unified Control and Seamless Workflow
The gigaACE tunnels TCP/IP control data and third-party Ethernet traffic through a single connection, enabling remote control of both linked systems via a single laptop. Plug-and-play setup requires no computer configuration—connect the CAT5e cable and patch from the mixer screen to go live in seconds.

Main Product Features:

• 128 bidirectional channels of uncompressed digital audio at a native 96kHz sample rate
• Ultra-low transport latency of just 52 microseconds for instant, real-time mix response
• Dual-cable redundancy paths featuring proprietary FPGA-driven hardware failover protection
• Integrated Control Network Bridge for tunneling TCP/IP and independent third-party network data
• Simple plug-and-play installation protocol with no external computer configuration required
• Cost-effective digital splitting architecture optimized for front-of-house and monitor setups
• Full native support for Cross-Rack Gain Sharing between compatible dLive and Avantis systems
• Rugged dual locking EtherCon connectors ensuring secure, heavy-duty professional operation

Tech Specs:

• Type: Audio Networking Card
• Channel Capacity: 128 x 128 Bidirectional
• Operating Sample Rate: 96kHz
• Transport Latency: 5 samples (~52.08 μs)
• Protocol Compliance: Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet (IEEE 802.3ab)
• Firmware Requirement: dLive V1.3 or higher
• Interface Ports: 2 x Locking RJ45 (EtherCon compatible)
• Maximum Distance: 100 meters using CAT5e or higher
• Redundancy Support: Dual-cable hardware-level redundancy
• Compatibility: Allen & Heath dLive (C and S Class), Avantis
• Shipping Weight: 0.65 kg (1.43 lbs)
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