The Avid VENUE | Local 16 is a compact, high-performance local I/O expansion chassis engineered to seamlessly expand the local connectivity of any VENUE | S6L digital mixing system. Housed in a space-saving 3U rack-mountable chassis, it provides a versatile mix of professional analog and high-resolution digital audio streams. It serves as an ideal local I/O expander next to larger control surfaces, or as the primary, space-saving local companion I/O component for the ultra-portable S6L-16C control surface.

Out of the box, the Local 16 delivers a comprehensive assortment of local inputs and outputs, offering 8 analog inputs with remotely controlled studio-grade microphone preamps, 8 analog outputs, 8 AES digital inputs (across 4 stereo pairs), and 8 AES digital outputs (across 4 stereo pairs). Operating at a crystal-clear 96 kHz sample rate, this rugged unit transmits pristine audio data over a low-latency, redundant Ethernet AVB network via copper etherCON or fiber-optic SFP lines. Featuring dual redundant internal power supplies, the Local 16 delivers uncompromised system resilience for mission-critical live sound, broadcast, house of worship, and theater applications.

Key Features

• Versatile Local Connectivity: Delivers a balanced mix of 8 analog inputs, 8 analog outputs, 8 AES/EBU digital inputs, and 8 AES/EBU digital outputs in a single unit.
• Pristine Audio Architecture: Operates at a native 96 kHz sample rate with remotely controlled preamps for exceptional sonic transparency.
• Maximum Hardware Resilience: Dual internal, hot-swappable redundant power supplies safeguard your network audio path against sudden power failures.
• Flexible Network Connectivity: Supports reliable, low-latency Ethernet AVB over both copper (etherCON) or fiber-optic (SFP) lines.
• Enterprise-Grade Support: Backed by a 3-Year Avid Advantage Elite Live Support Plan for 24/7 priority phone and web assistance.

Technical Specifications

• Form Factor: 3RU Rack Chassis
• Analog Inputs: 8 x XLR Mic/Line inputs with controllable preamps and 48V phantom power
• Analog Outputs: 8 x XLR outputs with mute and signal present LEDs
• Digital Inputs: 8 channels via 4 pairs of XLR stereo AES/EBU
• Digital Outputs: 8 channels via 4 pairs of XLR stereo AES/EBU
• Sample Rate: 96 kHz
• Network Connectivity: 2 x Gigabit Ethernet AVB ports supporting etherCON (copper) or SFP (fiber optic)
• Power Infrastructure: Dual redundant internal PSUs