Allen & Heath AH-AVANTIS-ULTRA – Avantis Ultra 96-Channel Digital Mixing Console
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Allen & Heath AH-AVANTIS-ULTRA – Avantis Ultra 96-Channel Digit...
What is the Allen & Heath Avantis Ultra digital mixing console?
The Allen & Heath Avantis Ultra (AH-AVANTIS-ULTRA) is a 96kHz digital mixing console with twin 15.6-inch Full HD touchscreens, 24 faders, 96 input channels, 56 configurable busses, DEEP processing and eight RackUltra FX engines. It is the full-size Avantis supplied with dPack and the RackUltra FX card already fitted, built for demanding live sound, houses of worship, theatres, broadcast and large corporate AV productions.
How does the Allen & Heath Avantis Ultra work?
Avantis Ultra is built on the XCVI FPGA core running at 96kHz with a 96-bit accumulator and 0.7 ms latency. Every one of the 96 inputs carries LPF/HPF, gate, PEQ, compressor and delay, and the 56 mix outputs carry PEQ, GEQ, compressor and delay. DEEP processing is included, along with 12 RackExtra FX racks and 8 RackUltra FX racks with dedicated sends and returns for vocal tuning, harmonisers, Spaces and Plate reverbs, and saturation.
The surface provides 144 fader strips over 24 faders and 6 layers with an optional dedicated master section, 24 assignable SoftKeys and 6 custom rotaries. Local I/O includes 12 XLR mic/line inputs, 12 XLR line outputs, 1 stereo AES input and 2 stereo AES outputs. Two I/O ports (128x128 at 96kHz) accept Dante, MADI and gigaACE cards, and the SLink EtherCON port connects gigaACE, DX, GX, ME and dSnake stage boxes and monitoring. An automatic mic mixer of up to 64 channels, 16 DCAs with spill, 500 scenes per show, user permissions and two gigabit network ports for Director and MixPad apps round out a console suited to both installed and touring systems.
What are the key features of the Allen & Heath Avantis Ultra?
- 96 inputs, 56 busses — Expanded mix engine with full processing on every path.
- 8 RackUltra FX engines — dLive-class effects with dedicated sends and returns.
- DEEP processing included — Embedded compressor and expander models, valve preamp, NEQ12 and Dyn8.
- Twin 15.6-inch Full HD screens — Capacitive touch with gesture control.
- 24 faders, 6 layers — 144 fader strips with an optional dedicated master section.
- 12 x 12 local I/O — Plus 1 stereo AES in and 2 stereo AES out.
- Two 128x128 I/O ports — Dante, MADI and gigaACE option cards.
- SLink connectivity — gigaACE, DX, GX, ME and dSnake protocols.
- Automatic mic mixer — Up to 64 channels across 1, 2 or 4 zones.
- 500 scenes per show — With channel safes and recall filters.
Where is the Allen & Heath Avantis Ultra typically used?
- Auditorium
- House of worship
- Broadcast studio
- All-hands room
- Government space
- Multi-purpose room
Technical Specifications
| Core | XCVI FPGA, 96kHz, 96-bit accumulator, 0.7 ms latency |
|---|---|
| Input channels | 96 |
| Busses | 56 configurable |
| FX | 12 RackExtra FX + 8 RackUltra FX |
| Local I/O | 12 XLR mic/line in, 12 XLR line out, 1 stereo AES in, 2 stereo AES out |
| Expansion | 2 I/O ports (128x128 at 96kHz), SLink EtherCON |
| Screens | Twin 15.6-inch Full HD capacitive touchscreens |
| Faders | 24 faders, 6 layers (144 strips) |
| SoftKeys / rotaries | 24 SoftKeys / 6 custom rotaries |
| Groups | 16 DCA (with spill), 8 mute groups |
| Network | 2x gigabit Ethernet; BNC word clock |
| Power | 100-240V AC, 50-60 Hz, 150 W max |
| Operating temperature | 0 to 40 °C / 32 to 104 °F |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 917 x 627 x 269 mm / 36.1 x 24.7 x 10.6 in |
| Weight | 26.3 kg / 58 lb |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Avantis Ultra compare with the standard Avantis?
The standard Avantis runs 64 inputs and 42 busses. Avantis Ultra adds dPack (96 inputs, 56 busses and DEEP processing) plus the RackUltra FX card with 8 RackUltra FX engines.
Can an existing Avantis be upgraded to Ultra?
Yes. The RackUltra FX card can be fitted to existing units by an Authorised Service Centre, and dPack is available as an upgrade. Ask us about the Avantis RackUltra FX upgrade kits.
Does Avantis Ultra support Dante?
Yes. Fit a Dante card such as the AH-M-DL-DANTE64-A in either I/O port.
What touring accessories are available?
Allen & Heath offers an Avantis flight case with doghouse and a fitted Avantis dust cover.
Can it run spoken-word events?
Yes. The automatic mic mixer covers up to 64 channels across 1, 2 or 4 zones.
Can Creation Networks design and install the system?
Yes. We design, install, commission and support complete Allen & Heath mixing systems nationwide.
At Creation Networks, we do everything we can to create an excellent customer experience. This includes fast shipping and easy returns.
- Most in-stock orders placed Monday-Friday ship within 24-48 hours. General restrictions apply; please see our full shipping policy here.
- We offer a 30-day return policy from the delivery date on many products. Product restrictions apply. Restocking fees for the return of open-box items. Please see our full return policy here for more information.
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