Allen & Heath dLive C2500

Allen & Heath dLive C2500: Compact 20-Fader Control Surface for the dLive Digital Mixer System

The ALLEN & HEATH dLive C2500 is a Control Surface within the dLive C Class series, engineered to deliver an agile and intuitive mixing experience for audio professionals. With a more compact footprint than the C3500, the C2500 is perfectly suited for small-to-medium live events, space-constrained installations, or as a secondary surface where comprehensive control is needed in a smaller package. This surface acts as the main interface for controlling dLive MixRacks, including the CDM32, CDM48, and CDM64 models. The connection relies on Allen & Heath’s proprietary, high-speed **gigaACE protocol** to ensure extremely stable and low-latency communication of control data and audio signals. The C2500 features **20 motorized faders** that are strategically grouped and offer access across **6 layers**, providing efficient management and quick access to a large number of channels. It utilizes a single **12-inch touchscreen display** but maintains full functionality for essential mixing controls and visual feedback, complemented by assignable SoftKeys and dedicated channel LCD displays above each fader, streamlining the mixing workflow for precision and speed.

Key Features

• 20 Faders Across 6 Layers: Features 20 high-quality motorized faders (arranged in 2 banks of 10) with access to 6 layers for extensive channel control.
• Single 12-inch Touchscreen: Equipped with one 12-inch capacitive touchscreen for intuitive function access and system overview.
• gigaACE Connection Protocol: Utilizes the gigaACE protocol for stable, high-speed control and audio signal communication with the MixRack.
• Customizable Controls: Includes 19 assignable SoftKeys and individual Channel LCD Displays above each fader for clear visual feedback.
• Auxiliary Control Features: Offers 2 headphone jacks, an external video output port, and adjustable casing illumination colour.

Conclusion: Full Power in a Space-Saving Design

The Allen & Heath dLive C2500 Surface delivers the full control power of the dLive ecosystem in a highly suitable, space-saving format. With 20 motorized faders and 6 accessible layers, coupled with the responsive 12-inch touchscreen, audio engineers can operate swiftly and with high efficiency. Its reliance on the robust gigaACE connection and compatibility with the CDM series MixRacks make the C2500 a reliable choice for professional live sound and installation applications that demand portability and footprint efficiency without compromising control quality. If you are seeking a high-performance dLive control surface that is compact, intuitive, and flexible for various setups, the C2500 offers a compelling and powerful solution.