Allen & Heath M-DL-WAVES3 Audio Networking Card for dLive / Avantis

Unleash Infinite Sonic Possibilities

The Allen & Heath M-DL-WAVES3 is a high-capacity audio networking card designed to integrate dLive and Avantis mixing systems with the Waves SoundGrid platform. This option module establishes a super-low-latency processing and recording infrastructure, allowing engineers to deploy extensive plugin racks and execute complex virtual soundchecks. The card preserves professional headroom and system stability across demanding live sound, broadcast, and studio applications.

Massive Throughput & Processing Depth:
The module delivers 128 bidirectional channels of digital audio operating at either 48kHz or 96kHz, eliminating the need to compromise channel density for high-resolution transport. This massive bandwidth allows for simultaneous high-track multitrack recording and real-time, low-latency plugin deployment across the network while maintaining the pristine sonic character and transparency of the host system.

Integrated Network Intelligence
Featuring an advanced hardware design, the card incorporates a built-in 3-port Gigabit Ethernet switch with locking EtherCON connectors. This architecture permits direct daisy-chaining of SoundGrid servers, host computers, and extra I/O hardware without external network switches, simplifying cable layouts up to 100 metres using standard Cat5e or Cat6 infrastructure.

Maim features:

• 128 input and 128 output channels of bidirectional digital audio networking
• Switchable 48kHz or 96kHz sample rate operation to match system requirements
• Super-low-latency environment optimised for real-time Waves plugin processing
• Streamlined 128-track multitrack recording and playback over a single Ethernet cable
• Integrated 3-port Gigabit switch for connecting multiple SoundGrid devices directly
• Supports the deployment of up to five cards within a single dLive or Avantis infrastructure
• Hardware-based sample rate conversion to preserve 96kHz internal console resolution
• Rugged locking EtherCON connectors to ensure physical security in touring applications
• Full hardware compatibility with dLive S Class, C Class, and Avantis mixer series
• Sync-over-Ethernet (SoE) support for simplified digital splits and stable network clocking

Tech Specs:

• Type: Audio Networking Card
• Channel Capacity: 128 x 128 Channels (Bidirectional)
• Operating Sample Rates: 48kHz / 96kHz
• Network Protocol: Waves SoundGrid (Layer 2 Ethernet)
• Physical Connectors: 3 x Locking RJ45 EtherCON Ports
• Integrated Hardware: 3-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
• Maximum Distance: 100 metres
• Cabling Requirements: Cat5e or Cat6 (STP/S/FTP recommended)
• Compatibility: Allen & Heath dLive S Class, dLive C Class, and Avantis Platforms
• Firmware Requirement: dLive V1.3 or higher
• Weight: 0.28 kg
• Explore Allen & Heath Networking Solutions[M-DL-WAVES3]: https://www.allen-heath.com/hardware/audio-networking/waves-v3/