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Description

Elevate your live sound capabilities with the Waves eMotion LV1 80-Channel Expansion, a powerful software upgrade designed for professionals seeking to expand their existing LV1 64-channel digital mixers. This expansion seamlessly increases the system's capacity to 80 stereo channels and 160 inputs, allowing you to tackle larger, more demanding shows with ease. Whether you're managing a bustling festival stage or a complex multi-band setup, this expansion provides the flexibility and power you need without additional hardware.

The eMotion LV1 80-Channel Expansion not only boosts your channel count but also enhances your mixing experience. Add 8 more buses to your configuration, which can be flexibly assigned as either monitor auxes or audio groups. This means you can now organize up to 24 monitor auxes or 16 audio groups, ensuring comprehensive control over every aspect of your mix. With this expansion, your workflow becomes more efficient, and your creative options grow exponentially.

Designed to integrate seamlessly with both LV1 Classic consoles and LV1 64-channel licenses from version 16 onward, this expansion is easy to install and activate. Elevate your sound mixing prowess with a setup that's as adaptable as your performance demands.

Key Features:

  • Expands LV1 to 80 stereo channels and up to 160 inputs
  • Increases bus count to 52, with 8 additional buses for monitor auxes or audio groups
  • Supports up to 24 monitor auxes and 16 audio groups
  • Compatible with LV1 Classic consoles and LV1 64-channel licenses from version 16
  • Easy software installation and activation process

Product specs

Software Type 80-Channel Expansion
Platform Waves eMotion LV1
Download/Boxed Download

FAQs

What does the Waves eMotion LV1 80-Channel Expansion add to my setup?

The Waves eMotion LV1 80-Channel Expansion adds 16 additional channels to your existing LV1 64-channel setup, allowing for a total of 80 channels. This expansion supports both mono and stereo inputs, significantly increasing your input capacity.

Is the Waves eMotion LV1 80-Channel Expansion compatible with all versions of the eMotion LV1 software?

Yes, the Waves eMotion LV1 80-Channel Expansion is designed to integrate seamlessly with the eMotion LV1 mixing software, enhancing your existing setup with additional channel capacity.

How is the Waves eMotion LV1 80-Channel Expansion delivered?

The Waves eMotion LV1 80-Channel Expansion is delivered as a digital download, allowing you to quickly and easily expand your channel count without physical media.

Can the Waves eMotion LV1 80-Channel Expansion handle stereo inputs?

Yes, the Waves eMotion LV1 80-Channel Expansion can handle both mono and stereo inputs, providing flexibility in how you configure your mixing setup.

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Features and functionality

  • Users note the inability to crossfade between snapshots, a feature available on older systems like the D-show.

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  • LV1 lacks full remote control options like OSC, limiting integration with Bitfocus Companion for larger productions.

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  • LV1 Classic’s rotaries can be assigned to gain, pan, or plugin controls, but touchscreen interaction is typically faster for plugin adjustments.

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  • The LV1 Classic includes onboard 16-channel recording, offering convenience for live session captures without additional equipment.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Users highlight the importance of setting the clock source correctly on the expansion card to avoid syncing issues with x32 or Wing setups.

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Use cases and applications

  • LV1 users successfully manage FOH and monitor duties simultaneously, utilizing near-zero latency plugins on duplicated input channels.

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User experience

  • Owners appreciate the LV1's ability to make live mixes sound studio-quality, particularly when using emo IEM and Waves In-Trigger.

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  • Some users find the preamps sound thin and less robust compared to other options, impacting the perceived warmth of the audio.

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Software and compatibility

  • Since V16, users report zero frame drops, an improvement from previous versions where plugin actions could cause occasional single-digit frame drops.

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  • Users must use a standalone converter for additional or different digital I/O, as LV1 Classic does not have expansion card slots.

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Build quality

  • The faders on the LV1 Classic are significantly better than those on the FIT controller, providing a more satisfying tactile experience.

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Comparisons

  • Routing on the LV1 Classic is less flexible than high-end consoles, potentially limiting complex signal paths in advanced setups.

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