Midas HD96-AIR

The Midas HD96-AIR is a groundbreaking addition to the Heritage-D family, delivering the full power and sound quality of its larger sibling in a compact, flyable format. With 144 flexi input channels, 123 time-aligned mix buses, and a 96 kHz sample rate, this console is optimized for touring professionals, broadcast engineers, and live sound designers who need high performance in tight spaces.

The centerpiece is a bright, glare-resistant 21" full-color capacitive touchscreen, featuring an advanced multi-gesture interface that simplifies navigation and boosts workflow efficiency. The HD96-AIR includes award-winning Midas mic preamps, 8 XLR inputs/outputs, and dual HyperMAC and AES50 networking, supporting up to 480 inputs/outputs. Integrated asynchronous sample rate conversion across a dual network bridge ensures seamless digital interfacing, while 24 VCA groups, 24 POPulation groups, and up to 48 assignable DN370 graphic EQs provide deep customization.

Compact yet powerful, the HD96-AIR features a 1.34 ms I/O latency, a robust 64-bit floating point DSP engine, and built-in processing including creative compressors, parametric EQs, and intelligent routing. With redundant power supplies, two CM1 expansion slots (for DANTE, MADI, or USB), and dual HDMI outputs, this console is built for real-world flexibility. Expected to launch in Q1 2025, the HD96-AIR redefines what's possible in a compact digital console without compromising performance.

• 144 Input Channels at 96 kHz: Powerful digital mixing with high-resolution audio and support for large-scale performances.

• 123 Phase-Coherent Mix Buses: Includes auxes, matrices, stereo and mono buses-all time-aligned for precision mixing.

• 21" Full-Color Touchscreen: Glare-resistant, high-brightness capacitive touchscreen with multi-touch gesture support.

• Lightweight and Flyable: Compact form factor designed for travel and portable setups, with performance equal to larger consoles.

• Award-Winning Preamps: Includes 8 XLR inputs and outputs using legendary Midas microphone preamplifiers.

• Massive I/O Networking: Dual HyperMAC and AES50 support for up to 480 inputs and outputs at 96 kHz.

• Dual Network Bridge Converter: Supports up to 128 bidirectional channels with asynchronous sample rate conversion.

• Advanced Audio Processing: 64-bit floating-point signal processing with flexible input and output channel control, EQ, dynamics, and effects.

• Expansion & Connectivity: Includes CM1 expansion slots, 2 HDMI monitor outputs, USB, word clock I/O, and Ethernet control ports.

• Optional Fader Bay Expansion: Compatible with the HD96-FB16 fader bay for expanded physical control-up to four units can be added.

• Tour-Ready Power Design: Dual redundant universal switch-mode power supplies ensure stability in any environment.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• Product Type: Live performance digital audio console

• Series: Heritage-D

• Input Channels: Up to 144 simultaneous inputs

• Mix Buses: 123 time-aligned and phase-coherent (96 aux, 24 matrices, stereo and mono bus)

• Sample Rate: 96 kHz

• Signal Processing: 64-bit floating point

• Intended Use: Touring, fly-dates, compact spaces

DISPLAY & INTERFACE:

• Screen: 21" full-color TFT LCD, 1920 x 1080 px

• Touchscreen: Capacitive with multi-gesture support (up to 10 simultaneous touches)

• Display Type: High-brightness, glare-resistant

• Output Meters: 2 x 20-segment (-36 dBu to +21 dBu)

AUDIO PROCESSING - INPUT:

• EQ: 4-band parametric with 3 shelf modes

• Filters: Dual-slope high and low-pass, true phase control

• Compression: 4-mode creative input compressors

• Gating/Ducking: Input gates or ducker available

• Insert: On/off, with adjustable processing order

• Direct Out: Adjustable level and tap point

• Aux Return Mode: Delay-compensated

• Tap-off Points: 5 per send

AUDIO PROCESSING - OUTPUT:

• EQ: 4-band parametric with shelving/HP/LP modes

• Compression: 4-mode creative output dynamics

• Insert: On/off with reorderable processing

• Direct Input: Adjustable level and tap point

INTERNAL EFFECTS AND CONTROL:

• FX Engines: Up to 24 multichannel DSP effects engines

• Graphic EQs: Up to 48 assignable 1/3 octave Klark Teknik DN370

• VCA Groups: 24

• POPulation Groups: 24

• Mute Groups: 12

• Talk Groups: 12

• Automation: Scene snapshot automation

CONNECTIVITY - AUDIO I/O:

• Mic Preamplifiers: 8 x XLR balanced, Midas award-winning design

• Outputs: 8 x XLR balanced

• Talkback: 1 x XLR balanced

• Headphones: 2 x 1/4" TRS (stereo)

DIGITAL & NETWORK I/O:

• AES50: 4 ports (Klark Teknik SuperMAC, 100 Mbit/s)

• HyperMAC Copper: 2 x Ethercon XLR (192 channels bi-directional)

• HyperMAC Optical: 2 x Opticon XLR (192 channels bi-directional)

• Expansion Slots: 2 x CM1 (supports AES50, DANTE, MADI, USB)

• Word Clock In: BNC, TTL level, 96 kHz, 75 Ohm

• Word Clock Out: BNC, TTL level, 96 kHz

• External Ethernet: Ethercon XLR

VIDEO OUTPUT:

• Monitor Outputs: 2 x HDMI

• Supported Resolutions: 1920 x 1080p 59.94Hz/60Hz, 720 x 480p 59.94Hz/60Hz

POWER SUPPLY:

• Redundancy: Dual auto-ranging universal switch-mode PSUs

• AC Input: 2 x IEC sockets with rocker switches

LATENCY:

• Console Latency: 1.34 ms (surface input to output)

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS (PRELIMINARY):

• Dimensions: Approx. 32 x 17.5 x 8.5 inches (L x D x H)

• Portability: Flyable (subject to airline baggage weight allowances)

EXPANSION OPTION:

• Optional Fader Bay: HD96-FB16 (16 faders, USB, supports up to 4 bays per console)