Waves SoundGrid Rack for VENUE

Unlock the full potential of your Avid VENUE | S6L console with Waves SoundGrid Rack for VENUE, enabling direct integration of up to 64 stereo plugin racks-each supporting up to 8 Waves plugins-with full tactile control from the console's surface. Designed for seamless operation and maximum reliability, this system eliminates the need for an external host computer or switch, streamlining your setup without sacrificing power or flexibility.

Featuring snapshot automation, plugin parameter mapping, and compatibility with legacy VENUE show files, SoundGrid Rack brings the studio-quality processing of Waves directly into your live workflow. With 128 channels of audio at 96 kHz, support for redundant SoundGrid servers, and official Avid I/O sharing, this integration is built for the rigors of professional touring and broadcast. Version 15 (2025 update) is optimized for VENUE v8, while earlier systems remain supported via version 14 for VENUE v7.

• Run Waves Plugins Natively on S6L: Load up to 64 stereo racks with up to 8 Waves plugins each, directly on the Avid VENUE | S6L console.

• No External Computer Needed: Operates without a separate host computer or network switch.

• Tactile Control Integration: Full plugin control from the S6L console's knobs and touchscreen interface.

• Snapshot Automation Support: Automate plugin settings with VENUE snapshots for fast scene changes.

• High-Capacity Audio Routing: Supports up to 128 audio paths between Avid and SoundGrid at 96 kHz.

• Server Redundancy Built In: Connects to one or two SoundGrid servers for primary and automatic failover backup.

• Full Plugin Rack Compatibility: Follows standard VENUE plug-in workflow, including Config and Show modes.

• Backward and Forward Compatibility: Version 15 supports Avid VENUE v8; version 14 supports VENUE v7; legacy show file compatibility included.

• Official Support for Avid I/O Sharing: Seamless integration in shared I/O setups across Avid systems.

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

• Product Name: SoundGrid Rack for VENUE

• Use Case: Real-time plugin processing within Avid VENUE S6L consoles

• System Type: Integrated plugin host for live sound

• Plugin Support: Up to 64 stereo racks, each with up to 8 Waves plugins

SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY:

• Version v15: Compatible with Avid VENUE Console v8 (as of Jan 2025 update)

• Version v14: Compatible with Avid VENUE Console v7

• VENUE Software Requirement: Version 5.7 or later

HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS:

• SoundGrid Processing: Requires Waves SoundGrid server

• Option Card: WSG-HD SoundGrid card for S6L

• Network: No external host computer or network switch required

• Redundancy: Supports dual server operation with automatic failover

AUDIO ROUTING AND CONTROL:

• Audio Paths: 128 audio paths between Avid and SoundGrid at 96 kHz

• Control Integration: Full tactile control via S6L console surface

• Plugin Navigation: Direct access to bypass, load, and navigate plugins from the console

• Automation: Snapshot recall for plugin parameters

• Compatibility: Legacy VENUE show file support

• Standard Features: Supports all typical VENUE plugin rack functionality

• Avid I O Sharing: Fully supported