Avid Venue E6LX-256 - 256-Channel 5U Rackmount E6L Engine with 64 x 64 Matrix and 192 Mix Busses for S6L Control Surface in Black Finish

The Avid Venue E6LX-256 Engine is a powerful 5U rackmount processing unit designed to deliver unmatched audio performance, system scalability, and operational reliability for the most demanding live sound environments. Engineered to serve as the central brain of any S6L system, the E6LX-256 supports up to 256 input channels and 192 mix busses plus LCR, making it ideal for large-format concerts, broadcast productions, touring rigs, and theatrical events. Whether paired with the S6L-48D, S6L-32D, or other VENUE control surfaces, the E6LX-256 ensures seamless integration, maximum processing power, and consistent sound quality across the entire ecosystem.

Built around Avid's modular VENUE architecture, the E6LX-256 includes a 64 x 64 matrix, 48 VCAs, and 32 assignable 31-band graphic EQs for advanced system tuning. It comes equipped with one HDX-192 DSP Expansion Card and supports up to four total cards, offering 400 plugin slots for native 64-bit AAX DSP processing. It also accommodates full Waves SoundGrid integration via the optional WSG-HD card or MADI, providing a complete platform for running world-class effects plugins in real time with near-zero latency. This engine includes two AVB-192 Ethernet network cards with redundant copper or fiber I/O for reliable audio-over-IP connectivity and I/O sharing across multiple systems.

The E6LX-256 features comprehensive input and output processing, including HEAT (Harmonically Enhanced Algorithm Technology), high- and low-pass filters, 4-band parametric EQs, Expander/Gate, Compressor/Limiter, delay, hardware inserts, and up to eight plugin insert points per channel. For output, engineers benefit from full processing chains with 7-band PEQ, dynamics, delay, and graphic EQs on every output and matrix. The unit enables full interoperability with Pro Tools, offering up to 128 channels of Ethernet AVB-based recording and playback for seamless Virtual Soundcheck and show archiving.

Designed for continuous operation, the E6LX-256 features an internal N+1 redundant power supply architecture with hot-swappable components, ensuring maximum uptime. It includes a 3-year Avid Advantage Elite Live support plan with priority 24/7 technical support, software upgrades, critical escalation protocols, and same-day hardware replacement. With 8 expansion card slots, 5 USB ports, Word Clock I/O, and robust Ethernet connectivity, the E6LX-256 is the backbone of scalable, mission-critical VENUE S6L systems - ready for any production, any scale, anywhere in the world.

Features

• High-performance 5U rackmount engine for VENUE S6L systems with 256 input channels
• Supports 192 mix busses plus LCR for complex signal routing and show management
• 64 x 64 matrix with processing and routing capabilities for flexible output assignments
• Includes one HDX-192 DSP card with support for up to four total for plugin processing
• 400 plugin slots with native 64-bit AAX DSP support and Waves SoundGrid compatibility
• Full input processing with HEAT, HPF/LPF, 4-band PEQ, dynamics, delay, hardware inserts, and 8 plugin inserts
• Comprehensive output processing with 7-band PEQ, compressor/limiter, delay, and graphic EQs
• 48 VCAs and 32 31-band graphic EQs for advanced output control and system tuning
• 128-channel Pro Tools integration over AVB for multitrack recording and playback
• Dual AVB-192 network cards with 4 total ports for copper or fiber connectivity
• Supports redundant ring or star configurations with Luminex GigaCore AVB switches
• Up to three S6L systems can share I/O with full gain compensation via True Gain technology
• 5 USB 2.0 ports for show file management and system configuration
• 8 expansion option card slots for future upgrades and connectivity
• Word Clock I/O on BNC for external clock synchronization
• Dual internal N+1 redundant hot-swappable power supplies for maximum uptime
• Includes 3-year Avid Advantage Elite Live support plan with 24/7 access and same-day hardware exchange
• Compact rackmount form factor at 21.2 x 19 x 8.6 inches and 63 lbs

Specifications

General

• Sample Rates: 96 kHz
• Input Channels: 256
• Input Processing: HEAT, HPF, LPF, 4-band PEQ, Expander/Gate, Compressor/Limiter, Delay, 8 plugin inserts, hardware insert (4x Pre-fade, 4x Post-fade)
• Mix Busses: 192 + LCR
• Output Processing: 7-band PEQ, Compressor/Limiter, Delay, 8 plugin inserts, hardware insert (4x Pre-fade, 4x Post-fade)
• Matrix: 64x64
• VCAs: 48
• Stereo Solo Busses: 2, with independent control
• Graphic EQs (31-band): All Outputs and Matrixs
• Digital Signal Processing: Supports up to 4 HDX-192 DSP Expansion Cards for plugin processing; includes one card
• Plugin Support: 64-bit AAX DSP; also supports Waves SoundGrid systems through the WSG-HD Option Card for full integration with S6L, or over MADI
• Plugin Slots: 400
• Pro Tools Integration: Record/play back up to 128 audio tracks via Ethernet AVB
• Expansion Option Card Slots: 8
• Ethernet AVB Ports: Includes two AVB-192 Ethernet AVB Network Cards with two ports (per card), selectable as etherCON (copper) or SFP (fiber), with redundant ring topology; supports Luminex GigaCore 26i and GigaCore 10 AVB switches for redundant star configuration
• I/O Sharing: Supports up to three S6L systems, up to 192 inputs total (requires two AVB-192 Ethernet AVB Network Cards to share I/O)
• Word Clock I/O: Clock I/O BNC, 75 Ohm coaxial
• USB Ports: 5 USB 2.0 ports (2 front, 2 back, 1 internal)
• Power Supply: Dual redundant, internal
• Dimensions: 21.2 x 19 x 8.6 inches
• Rack Spaces: 5U
• Weight: 63 lbs