For those looking to get the highest levels of audio performance from their dLive, Avantis or SQ, we've created PRIME — two new modules for use with DX32 expanders.
PRIME Input
Next Generation Design
Next Generation Design
A Difference You Can Hear
With an ultra-flat frequency response from 1Hz all the way up to 40kHz and an incredibly fast slew rate, PRIME delivers detailed and articulate audio to the mix engine at the highest possible resolution with breath-taking transient response and full range linearity.
While most preamps are based on AC coupled stages, PRIME has a DC coupled gain stage which eliminates the LF distortion typical of AC coupled designs.
Ultra-Linear
Tuned By Hand
A super-matched low noise quad transistor package on the front end dramatically reduces thermally induced very low frequency anomalies. Audiophile grade electrolytic capacitors have been utilised throughout the signal path.
PRIME employs the very latest 32-bit/96kHz ADC with 4 channels of summed ADC per input for extended dynamic range and increased SNR. Before leaving the factory, each individual preamp is trimmed by hand to meet exacting requirements for feedback path and common mode rejection.
PRIME Output
Get The Best Out Of Your System
PRIME Output
Premium D/A Conversion
With the same attention to detail and meticulous component choice as the PRIME Input card, high quality resistors, capacitors and op-amps have been selected for their exceptional performance — low noise, low distortion and linearity.
A balanced line driver circuit offers ultra-low noise and distortion while maintaining common mode feedback when clipping and avoiding excessive gain peaking. The premium 32-bit DAC runs at 96kHz and the anti-aliasing filter can be configured for different roll-off characteristics and latency settings to suit the application.
Signal Integrity
Full Metal Shielding
To preserve signal integrity, all PRIME circuitry is encased in full metal shielding for increased RF rejection throughout the signal path — both Input and Output cards.
Specially selected operational amplifiers ensure ultra-low noise across the entire signal chain, and both cards are optimised for use with Allen & Heath's 96kHz XCVI FPGA core.
DX32
Build Your PRIME Rack
Any combination of PRIME Input and Output cards can be installed in a DX32 modular expander. PRIME modules can also be mixed with existing analogue and digital DX32 I/O modules for a fully flexible system.
Maximum PRIME I/O Modules
dLive S Class
92
PRIME modules
dLive C Class
44
PRIME modules
Avantis
48
PRIME modules
SQ
32
PRIME modules
PRIME Input
- Next-generation preamp with DC coupled gain stage
- 32-bit / 96kHz ADC — class-leading conversion
- 4 channels of summed ADC per input for extended dynamic range
- Super-matched low noise quad transistor front end
- Each channel individually fine-tuned by hand
- Full metal shielding for RF rejection
- Optimised for 96kHz XCVI FPGA core
- Compatible with DX32 for SQ, dLive & Avantis
PRIME Output
- 32-bit / 96kHz DAC — class-leading conversion
- Fully balanced differential output stage
- Configurable anti-aliasing filter roll-off and latency
- Ultra-low THD and noise
- Specially selected op-amps for ultra-low noise
- Full metal shielding for RF rejection
- Optimised for 96kHz XCVI FPGA core
- Compatible with DX32 for SQ, dLive & Avantis
Compatible With
