New Avid S3L Delivers the Hallmarks of Avid Live Systems in a Compact, All-New Networked Architecture

Avid has introduced the new Avid S3L, which delivers the sound quality, performance, and features of Avid live systems in an all-new modular, networked design. The open and flexible system is comprised of a high-performance HDX-powered mix engine running VENUE software and AAX DSP plug-ins, scalable remote I/O, a compact EUCON-enabled control surface, and Pro Tools software for integrated live sound mixing and recording.

For artists and musicians, S3L delivers the audio clarity and familiar studio processing they need to sound and perform at their best, the company says. For engineers, having a high-performance engine at the core empowers them to create richly layered mixes quickly and champion their clients' signature sounds without worrying about technical limitations. The streamlined networked design simplifies system setup and configuration with drag-and-drop functionality, while direct Pro Tools recording and mixing capabilities open opportunities for live album releases.

"Avid S3L delivers all of the renowned qualities that Avid live sound users have come to rely on in an all-new networked architecture," says Chris Gahagan, senior vice president of products and services at Avid. "This innovative system provides our customers with unmatched openness, flexibility, and efficiency to deliver their best sounding mixes anywhere, now and in the future, with uncompromising reliability and performance." The compact S3L system is easy to take on tour or install in any club, theater, house of worship, or other performance venue to efficiently and easily respond to a broad range of demands.

Key S3L features include advanced, ultra-flexible system architecture; HDX-powered floating-point mix engine for uncompromising performance; fault-tolerant Gigabit Ethernet network that connects all devices using open AVB Ethernet and EUCON standards; a system that can be configured with up to four Stage 16 remote boxes (up to 64 mic inputs); an ultra-compact design; Pro Tools and other DAW control using the S3 control surface as a EUCON controller (feature coming soon).

The Proven VENUE software has on-board Pro Tools AAX plug-ins from Avid and third-party developers to recreate the sound of the studio in a live setting; 64 channels of direct recording/playback to Pro Tools (or other DAW) through a laptop Ethernet port; direct stereo recording/playback with any standard USB flash drive; and total VENUE show file compatibility with all Avid live systems.

The S3L System will be available in a variety of configurations for different I/O needs, from 16 to 64 inputs. All systems will include S3 control surface; E3 engine; one or more Stage 16 remote I/O boxes; VENUE software; Pro Tools software; plug-in bundle; and cables, accessories, and guides.

Avid S3L will be available at Avid resellers worldwide in Q3. Avid S3L starts at $17,995 GRP.