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Avid Unveils VENUE 8.0 with New E6LX-256 Engine


With the release of VENUE 8.0 and the E6LX-256 engine, Avid delivers a comprehensive update catering to new demands of live sound production


Avid has announced the release of VENUE 8.0, its latest update to the VENUE live sound software platform, alongside the introduction of a new flagship engine, the VENUE | E6LX-256. This significant upgrade brings a suite of expanded features aimed at improving performance, flexibility, and workflow for live sound engineers managing large and complex productions.

At the core of the VENUE 8.0 update is the debut of the new VENUE | E6LX-256 engine. This high-performance engine pushes the boundaries of live sound processing with an expanded channel count, offering up to 256 inputs and 192 output busses. Designed to handle the demands of the most intricate live events, the E6LX-256 provides users with increased headroom for routing, mixing, and creative application.

VENUE 8.0 also brings significant enhancements to Virtual Soundcheck (VSC) functionality. Users can now allocate all four MADI-192 expansion cards in their system for VSC, allowing a 256x256 channel configuration at 96kHz, which comprehensively covers all physical inputs and beyond.

Additionally, a firmware update to the MLN-192 expansion card enables a new AVBHD mode, supporting up to 216x216 channels at 96kHz of AVB recording through a single Ethernet connection to a supported computer.

The Event system within VENUE continues to evolve with version 8.0, offering expanded automation through a broader array of Triggers and Actions, many derived from the Options tab. A particularly noteworthy addition is the "VCAs Trim Aux Sends in SOF" feature, which allows engineers to toggle the use of VCAs to trim mixes in Sends on Faders.

To improve workflow efficiency, the update introduces Smart Duplicate, a tool that simplifies the creation of events. This function enables users to duplicate any Trigger, Action, or full Event, while intelligently iterating variables. For example, duplicating a trigger that adjusts the colour of Group 1 will automatically create a trigger for Group 2, streamlining setup during programming. Avid has added the ability to assign any output as the Mix to Monitors for both Monitor A and B buses. This update allows engineers to instantly solo a critical monitor mix, matrix, or subgroup. Furthermore, this setting can now be automated using the Event system, enabling dynamic changes during a performance.

VENUE 8.0 introduces AutoMix, a long-anticipated addition to the platform. Available on all groups, AutoMix uses VENUE's internal bus-to-bus routing architecture to create weighted automixes. In addition to the major features, VENUE 8.0 includes numerous other updates designed to enhance control and visibility:

Metering for monitor buses and VCAs, providing better at-a-glance feedback during operation. Ability to set all members of an Aux to Pre or Post, improving mix consistency. Colour-matching of output members, aiding visual organisation of outputs. Expanded Group View, offering clearer insight into group composition and structure. A restructured navigation system on CKMs, optimising access to mixes and group members during shows.

As live productions continue to grow in complexity, VENUE 8.0 positions itself as a robust and forward-looking solution for professional sound reinforcement.

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