Waves Audio has announced the Hear Technologies Dante-WSG XS, ‘a compact, affordable way to connect Dante audio networks directly to Waves SoundGrid systems’.
The Dante-WSG XS occupies a significantly smaller footprint than prior devices, and is offered at a more accessible price point, bringing Dante-to-SoundGrid integration further into the reach of to live sound, broadcast and installed audio applications.
For Waves LV1 Classic users, the Dante-WSG XS offers a compact, cost-effective way to expand and integrate their systems into Dante-based workflows. As Dante adoption continues to grow across live sound and installed audio, the Dante-WSG XS enables scaling and network integration. It also provides reliable Dante connectivity for all Waves SoundGrid users, including LV1 and SuperRack systems.
Dante-WSG XS delivers low-latency audio networking performance, while fitting easily into streamlined rigs and mobile set-ups. Supporting 64 channels of bidirectional audio between Dante and SoundGrid at 44.1-48kHz sample rates and 32 channels at 88-96kHz, the Dante-WSG XS provides a streamlined solution for connecting SoundGrid systems to Dante networks.
Its compact half-rack design suits it to flypacks, portable production systems, houses of worship and touring, and is easy to integrate into both mobile and fixed set-ups and can be mounted on a rack shelf or with optional rackmount accessories.