Allen & Heath AH-DLIVE-CTI15 dLive C Class CTi1500 lightweight Titanium 12 fader Surface, 12" touchscreen, 1 option I/O port
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Allen & Heath dLive CTi1500 – Lightweight Titanium 12-Fader dLive Surface
The Allen & Heath dLive CTi1500 (AH-DLIVE-CTI15) is a compact, fly-date-ready control surface in the dLive C Class lineup, engineered specifically to meet the demands of touring engineers who need full dLive capability in a package that can check into a commercial flight. Weighing just 11.5 kg (25.4 lbs), with titanium side panels and lightweight alloy metalwork, the CTi1500 is designed to weigh under 23 kg total with flight case, I/O card, and dust cover combined, making it compliant with typical airline baggage limits for checked luggage.
Product Description
The CTi1500 delivers the same Harmony UI and dLive processing found in larger C and S Class surfaces, built around a 12-inch capacitive touchscreen and 12 motorized faders across 6 fully assignable layers — 72 total fader strips. The touchscreen responds to pinch, swipe, and drag-and-drop gestures for direct access to EQ, dynamics, FX, and routing, and was specifically engineered for daylight visibility to remain usable on outdoor stages and in high-ambient-light environments. Nineteen assignable SoftKeys and 3 pages of 6 assignable rotaries provide rapid one-touch access to custom functions, scenes, and processing controls.
Onboard I/O includes 6 XLR mic/line inputs and 6 XLR line outputs, plus 1 stereo AES3 input and output. The rear-panel I/O option slot accepts 128-channel networking cards at 96 kHz for Dante, MADI, or gigaACE. A DX link supports connection to DX32 or DX168 expanders for additional I/O in larger deployments. The CTi1500 connects to any dLive MixRack via a single CAT5e cable. Dedicated Engineer's Wedge and IEM fader strips accommodate monitor engineering directly from the surface. USB stereo recording and playback is included.
Key Features
- Fly-Date Weight — 11.5 kg / 25.4 lbs — Designed to check as airline luggage under 23 kg with case, I/O card, and dust cover included.
- Titanium Side Panels and Lightweight Alloy Chassis — Commercial-grade durability at minimum weight for touring applications.
- 12 Motorized Faders / 72 Assignable Strips — 6-layer fully assignable layout with complete channel mapping flexibility.
- 12-Inch Capacitive Touchscreen — Harmony UI with gesture control, multi-mode EQ view, and configurable widget areas for daylight visibility.
- 19 Assignable SoftKeys — User-programmable shortcuts for scenes, mutes, GEQs, and custom macros.
- GigaACE CAT5e Link to MixRack — Single-cable connection to any dLive MixRack.
- One 128-Channel I/O Option Slot — Supports Dante, MADI, and other 96 kHz networking cards.
- DX Link for Expander Connection — Connects to DX32 or DX168 for additional analog I/O in larger systems.
- Onboard 6-In / 6-Out Analog XLR I/O — Local preamps and balanced outputs for immediate deployment.
- AES3 Digital I/O — 1 stereo AES3 input, 1 stereo AES3 output.
- Engineer's Wedge and IEM Strips — Monitor workflow capability built into the surface.
- USB Stereo Recording and Playback — 24-bit 96 kHz WAV recording without external hardware.
Typical Applications
- Broadcast studio
- Auditorium
- House of worship
- Multi-purpose room
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Faders | 12 (6 layers, 72 assignable strips) |
| Touchscreen | Single 12-inch capacitive |
| SoftKeys | 19 assignable |
| Analog XLR Inputs | 6 mic/line, balanced, +48V phantom |
| Analog XLR Outputs | 6 line, balanced |
| Digital I/O | 1x AES3 stereo in, 1x AES3 stereo out |
| I/O Option Slot | 1x (128 ch at 96 kHz) |
| Surface Link | GigaACE gigabit (CAT5e) |
| Input Sensitivity | -60 to +15 dBu |
| Maximum Input Level | +30 dBu (PAD in) |
| Maximum Output Level | +22 dBu |
| Dynamic Range | 110 dB |
| System SNR | -92 dB |
| Latency | 0.7 ms (MixRack XLR in to XLR out) |
| Sampling Rate | 96 kHz ± 20 PPM |
| Power | 100–240V AC, 50–60 Hz, 110W max |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 17.4" x 25.4" x 13.27" (440 x 644 x 337 mm) |
| Weight | 25.4 lbs. (11.5 kg) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does the CTi1500 really weigh in at under airline checked-luggage limits?
- The CTi1500 surface itself weighs 11.5 kg. With a flight case weighing under 10 kg, plus an I/O option card and dust cover, the total package can come in under 23 kg — within typical airline checked-baggage weight limits.
- Which dLive MixRacks are compatible with the CTi1500?
- The CTi1500 connects to all dLive MixRacks (DM32, DM48, DM64) and C Class MixRack systems via a single CAT5e cable using the GigaACE protocol.
- How many channels can the CTi1500 control?
- The CTi1500 has 12 physical faders across 6 fully assignable layers, giving 72 virtual fader strips. The connected dLive MixRack provides up to 128 full-processing input channels and 64 mix outputs.
- Does the CTi1500 support Dante networking?
- Yes. The single rear I/O option slot accepts the Allen & Heath Dante option card (M-DL-DANTE), providing up to 128 channels of Dante audio at 96 kHz.
- Is the CTi1500 appropriate for fixed installation use?
- Yes. While primarily designed for touring, the CTi1500 supports configurable user permissions and custom layouts, making it usable in auditoriums, houses of worship, and multi-purpose rooms where a compact, low-profile surface is desirable.
- What is the warranty on the dLive CTi1500?
- Allen & Heath products include a manufacturer warranty. Contact Creation Networks for current terms and professional support.
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