Allen & Heath Avantis Ultra 96-Channel Digital Mixer With RackUltra FX and dPack

Drawing directly from Allen & Heath’s flagship dLive platform, the Avantis Ultra 96-channel digital mixer delivers a complete live-sound environment for engineers who demand advanced processing, flexible routing and scalable system integration. Powered by Allen & Heath’s 96kHz XCVI FPGA engine, the Avantis Ultra combines 96 mono input channels, 56 configurable mix buses and dual Full HD touchscreens within a rugged standalone console. The Ultra package comes preloaded with dPack, unlocking DEEP processing, Dyn8 dynamic EQ and multiband compression, expanded channel capacity and advanced mix tools, while RackUltra FX adds dedicated hardware engines for vocal tuning, saturation, amp-and-cabinet simulation, premium reverbs and other studio-grade effects. Combined with extensive expansion options and a highly customizable workflow, the Avantis Ultra is built to excel in touring, worship, theater, broadcast and corporate production environments.

96-Channel XCVI Processing for Complex Productions

Forming the heart of the Avantis Ultra is Allen & Heath’s XCVI FPGA processing platform, delivering exceptional DSP power with ultra-low latency at 96kHz. The included dPack expansion unlocks the console’s full 96-input-channel and 56-bus architecture, providing the headroom required for large-scale live events, broadcast productions and sophisticated monitor mixes. Whether managing a festival stage, a contemporary worship service or a complex theatrical production, engineers can confidently build intricate routing schemes, subgroups, matrices and monitor mixes without compromising performance. The platform’s extensive processing resources allow productions to scale with confidence while maintaining a streamlined workflow from soundcheck through showtime.

dPack Unlocks Advanced Mixing Tools

The Ultra package includes Allen & Heath’s dPack processing expansion, transforming the Avantis into a significantly more powerful mixing platform. Along with expanded channel and bus counts, dPack unlocks DEEP processing models, 24 Dyn8 dynamic EQ and multiband compression engines, and NEQ12 precision equalization. These advanced tools allow engineers to tackle challenging vocal mixes, tighten low-end response, control problematic frequencies and refine monitor mixes with greater precision. Because these processing resources operate natively within the console, users gain access to sophisticated sound-shaping capabilities without relying on external hardware, plug-ins or additional DSP systems.

RackUltra FX Delivers Studio Processing Live

Preinstalled in the Avantis Ultra, the RackUltra FX module adds eight dedicated stereo hardware effects engines that operate independently of the console’s core processing resources. From natural vocal tuning and creative pitch manipulation to saturation, amp-and-cabinet simulation, immersive reverbs and advanced delays, RackUltra FX brings studio-grade processing directly to the live environment. Engineers can deploy sophisticated effects without consuming existing channels, buses or networking resources, creating a more efficient and reliable production workflow. By integrating these powerful tools directly into the console, the Avantis Ultra reduces the need for external computers, plug-in hosts and outboard processing racks.

Flexible Workflow and System Expansion

The Avantis Ultra combines dual 15.6" Full HD touchscreens with Allen & Heath’s Continuity UI to create a highly adaptable mixing experience. Responsive gesture control, customizable layouts, assignable SoftKeys and dedicated rotary controls allow engineers to tailor the console to their preferred workflow. Beyond the surface itself, the mixer integrates seamlessly with Allen & Heath’s broader ecosystem through support for Everything I/O expanders, dLive I/O cards, IP controllers and Avantis Director software. Dual 128x128 option slots support networking formats including Dante, MADI, Waves and gigaACE, while MixPad and 4You applications extend control and monitoring capabilities to mobile devices throughout the venue.

Built for Modern Live-Sound Professionals

Whether mixing a touring act, managing a complex worship production, supporting theatrical performances or deploying a scalable corporate AV system, the Avantis Ultra provides the processing depth, routing flexibility and expansion potential demanded by modern live-sound environments. Combining the power of the XCVI engine with dPack enhancements, RackUltra FX processing and Allen & Heath’s extensive ecosystem, the Allen & Heath Avantis Ultra 96-channel digital mixer with RackUltra FX and dPack delivers a complete professional mixing platform optimized for today’s most demanding productions.

Allen & Heath Avantis Ultra 96-Channel Digital Mixer with RackUltra FX and dPack: FAQ

What is the difference between the Avantis Ultra and the standard Avantis?
The Avantis Ultra comes with dPack and RackUltra FX preinstalled, unlocking 96 input channels, 56 configurable mix buses, DEEP processing, Dyn8 dynamic EQ, NEQ12 equalization and eight dedicated RackUltra FX engines right out of the box.

What does dPack add to the Avantis Ultra?
dPack expands the mixer from 64 to 96 input channels and from 42 to 56 mix buses while adding DEEP processing models, Dyn8 dynamic EQ and multiband compression, NEQ12 equalization and additional advanced processing tools.

What is RackUltra FX?
RackUltra FX adds eight dedicated stereo hardware effects engines that provide vocal tuning, saturation, amp-and-cabinet simulation, advanced reverbs, delays and other studio-grade effects without consuming the console's existing channels, buses or networking resources.

Can the Avantis Ultra replace external DSP processors and plug-in systems?
For many productions, yes. The combination of DEEP processing, Dyn8 and RackUltra FX provides extensive onboard dynamics, equalization and effects processing, reducing the need for external computers, DSP servers and outboard equipment.

Is the Avantis Ultra suitable for large live productions?
Yes. With 96 input channels, 56 configurable mix buses, extensive routing flexibility and support for large-scale audio networking formats, the Avantis Ultra is designed for demanding touring, worship, theater, broadcast and corporate AV applications.

Does the Avantis Ultra support Dante and other audio networking formats?
Yes. Its dual 128x128 option slots support expansion cards for networking protocols including Dante, MADI, Waves and gigaACE, allowing integration into a wide range of professional audio systems.

Who is the Avantis Ultra designed for?
The Avantis Ultra is designed for professional front-of-house engineers, monitor engineers, production companies, houses of worship, theaters, broadcasters and corporate AV teams that require advanced processing, flexible routing and scalable system integration.