Description
Experience the pinnacle of digital mixing with the dLive C3500, offering intuitive control, massive processing power, and a flexible workflow for demanding live sound environments.
Product Description
Step into the world of elite digital mixing with our Allen & Heath dLive C3500 Mixing Surface hire. As the largest C Class control surface for the dLive MixRack system, the C3500 delivers immense processing capabilities, pristine audio quality, and a lightning-fast workflow. Featuring dual 12-inch capacitive touchscreens and 24 faders across 6 layers, it provides unparalleled tactile control and visual feedback. Whether you’re managing a major concert, a large corporate event, broadcast production, or a complex theatrical show, the dLive C3500 is engineered to make even the most sophisticated mixing challenges feel elegantly simple.
This control surface seamlessly integrates with a dLive MixRack (which provides the audio inputs/outputs and DSP processing – often hired separately or as part of a system), leveraging Allen & Heath’s powerful XCVI Core and DEEP processing suite for exceptional sound.
For a complete high-end digital audio solution, consider pairing the C3500 with our Allen & Heath dLive CDM48 Digital MixRack hire for comprehensive I/O. Enhance your control further with our iPad & Wi-Fi router hire for remote mixing capabilities.
Key Features & Benefits:
Dual 12″ Capacitive Touchscreens: Two responsive multi-touch screens (Harmony UI) offer intuitive pinch, swipe, and drag ‘n’ drop gesture control, providing immediate access to channel processing, meters, FX, I/O, and scene management.
24 Faders / 6 Layers (144 Fader Strips): A comprehensive layout with 24 motorized faders, each configurable across 6 layers, allowing for up to 144 assignable fader strips to manage vast input counts and mixes.
Harmony User Interface: Integrates screen and wrap-around rotary controls with RGB illumination, offering a fast and transparent workflow that keeps your focus on the mix.
DEEP Processing Ready: Fully compatible with dLive’s DEEP processing architecture, which includes powerful emulations of compressors, EQs, and other FX directly within the console’s DSP, without consuming FX slots.
Comprehensive Onboard I/O: Features 6 XLR mic/line inputs, 6 XLR line outputs, and AES3 digital stereo I/O, providing essential local connections.
Flexible I/O & Networking: Includes GigaACE gigabit link to MixRack, DX link for I/O expansion (up to 2 DX32 expanders can be connected to a surface), 1 I/O Port for 128ch 96kHz option cards (e.g., Dante 128×128, Waves SG, MADI, fibreACE), 2 network ports, and Wordclock BNC I/O.
USB Stereo Recording & Playback: Convenient 2-track recording and playback via USB.
Customizable Workflow: Fully assignable layout, configurable widget areas for scenes, meters, FX, and 19 assignable SoftKeys, allowing engineers to tailor the surface to their exact preferences.
Built for Professionals: Rugged, high-grade metal construction ensures durability and reliability for demanding touring and installation environments.
Why Hire the Allen & Heath dLive C3500 from Us?
When you choose The Rock Factory Limited for your Allen & Heath dLive C3500 hire, you are selecting a meticulously maintained and expertly prepared control surface designed for high-stakes productions. This console is the heart of a powerful dLive system, offering a workflow and sonic quality trusted by leading audio professionals worldwide. Renting from us provides the flexibility to access this premium mixing technology without the significant capital investment, perfect for tours, large festivals, corporate events, and theatre runs. We provide expert advice and dedicated support to ensure your dLive system performs flawlessly.
Technical Specifications Overview:
Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
Console Type | dLive C Class Control Surface |
Faders | 24 x 100mm Motorized Faders |
Layers | 6 Layers (up to 144 assignable fader strips) |
Touchscreens | 2 x 12″ Capacitive Touchscreens (Harmony UI) |
Local Analog I/O | 6 x XLR Mic/Line Inputs (with +48V Phantom, -20dB Pad), 6 x XLR Line Outputs |
Local Digital I/O | 1 x AES3 Stereo In (with SRC), 1 x AES3 Stereo Out (with SRC) |
DSP Core | Controls external dLive MixRack (XCVI Core: 160×64 channels at 96kHz) |
Internal FX | Access to MixRack’s 16 RackExtra FX engines & DEEP processing |
USB Audio | Stereo recording and playback (2x Type A USB ports) |
Network Ports | 2 x Network ports (for control) |
dLive System Link | GigaACE gigabit link to MixRack, DX link for I/O expansion |
I/O Port Slot | 1 x 128ch 96kHz expansion slot (for optional cards like Dante, Waves, MADI) |
Wordclock | BNC In/Out |
Other Controls | 19 assignable SoftKeys, 3 pages of 6 assignable rotaries |
Dimensions (WxHxD) | 885 x 325 x 665 mm (34.8 x 12.8 x 26.2 in) |
Weight | 28 kg (61.7 lbs) |
Power Requirements | 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz, 110W max |
Manufacturer Resources
For detailed technical specifications and user guides on the Allen & Heath dLive C3500:
Allen & Heath dLive C3500 Product Page: dLive C3500 – Allen & Heath
dLive C Surface Getting Started Guide (PDF): dLive C Surface Getting Started Guide (Note: This link is to the C3500 datasheet, which often includes a getting started guide or links to resources.)
Contact Us
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Contact us today for competitive Allen & Heath dLive C3500 mixing surface hire rates and availability. Our expert team is ready to discuss your production needs and help you achieve flawless audio control for your next major event.
Call Us: +64 21 358 577
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