Description
Experience powerful digital mixing, pristine audio, and advanced networking capabilities for demanding live productions and recordings.
Product Description
Elevate your audio production to the next level with our Allen & Heath GLD-80 Digital Mixer hire, now available with an integrated Dante card. The GLD-80 is a highly versatile and intuitive digital console, offering a powerful mixing engine, comprehensive processing, and a flexible user interface. The addition of the Dante card unlocks advanced digital audio networking capabilities, enabling seamless multitrack recording directly to your computer, flexible routing across multiple devices, and effortless integration into complex Dante-enabled systems. This makes the GLD-80 with Dante the ideal choice for live bands, corporate events, houses of worship, and professional recording sessions where pristine audio quality and sophisticated digital connectivity are paramount.
For enhanced control over your GLD-80, consider combining your hire with our convenient iPad & Wi-Fi router hire solutions, allowing for wireless mixing from anywhere in the venue. We also offer a range of Digital Stage boxes such as the AR2412 and hire microphones that pair perfectly with this mixer for a complete audio solution.
Key Features & Benefits:
Scalable Digital Mixing System: The GLD-80 provides 48 input processing channels, 30 configurable buses, and 20 mix outputs, offering extensive capacity for complex shows.
Integrated Dante Card: Unlock 64×64 channels of bi-directional audio networking over standard Ethernet (CAT5) cable, perfect for multitrack recording, FOH/monitor splits, and integration with other Dante-enabled devices.
Intuitive Workflow: Features an analog-style channel processing control section complemented by a graphical 8.4-inch touchscreen for fast and easy operation.
Motorised Faders & Customizable Layout: 20 motorised faders across 4 layers provide a highly customisable layout for quick access to inputs and mixes.
Comprehensive FX Rack: Boasts 8 stereo RackExtra FX engines with top-quality emulations of classic effects, ensuring professional polish for your sound.
Multitrack Recording & Playback: The Dante card allows for high-channel count recording directly to a DAW (via Dante Virtual Soundcard if that’s what you have), while USB stereo recording/playback is also available.
Robust & Reliable: Built with Allen & Heath’s renowned quality, ensuring dependable performance in demanding live environments.
Why Hire the Allen & Heath GLD-80 with Dante from Us?
When you choose The Rock Factory Limited for your Allen & Heath GLD-80 hire, you’re securing a premium digital mixing solution that’s meticulously maintained and ready for high-performance use. Our GLD-80 units come pre-fitted with the Dante card, providing immediate access to its powerful networking capabilities. Renting from us offers a flexible and cost-effective way to utilize professional-grade digital mixing and recording technology without the significant capital investment. We provide expert advice and reliable equipment, ensuring your event’s audio is pristine.
Technical Specifications Overview:
Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
Console Type | Compact Digital Mixing Surface |
Input Channels | 48 processing channels |
Mix Outputs | 20 (configurable, e.g., Aux, Group, Matrix, Main, FX) |
Buses | 30 configurable buses |
FX Engines | 8 stereo RackExtra FX engines |
I/O Port | 64×64 channel bi-directional (via option card) |
Dante Card | M-DANTE (64×64 channels) |
Sample Rate | 48 kHz |
Faders | 20 x 100mm Motorized Faders (4 layers) |
Touchscreen | 8.4″ colour display (800×600 resolution) |
Local I/O | 4 XLR mic/line inputs, 4 XLR line outs, 4 RCA inputs, 2 RCA outputs, SPDIF, AES3 |
USB Audio | Stereo recording/playback (WAV, FLAC) |
Network | TCP/IP Ethernet, dSNAKE Cat5 |
Dimensions | Approx. 70.3 x 57.7 x 15.9 cm |
Weight | Approx. 16.5 kg, but has a nice robust case with it made by livesound in Auckland |
Manufacturer Resources
For detailed technical specifications and user guides on the Allen & Heath GLD-80 and Dante integration:
Allen & Heath GLD-80 Product Page: Allen & Heath GLD-80 (Legacy Product)
GLD-80 User Guide (PDF): Allen & Heath GLD-80 User Guide
Allen & Heath M-DANTE Card Information: Allen & Heath M-DANTE
Contact Us
Ready to Experience Advanced Digital Mixing?
Contact us today for competitive Allen & Heath GLD-80 with Dante hire rates and availability. Our expert team is ready to discuss your production needs and ensure you have the perfect audio solution.
Call Us: +64 21 358 577
Email Us: admin@therockfactory.net
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