The Allen & Heath dLive S3000 (listed here as AH-DLIVE-S3) is a 20-fader S Class control surface for a dLive MixRack. It gives you a 12-inch capacitive touchscreen, 26 assignable SoftKeys, 6 assignable rotaries, and a dual-redundant, hot-swappable power supply in the mid-size S Class frame.
A dLive Surface is the usual way to control a dLive MixRack. The mix engine itself lives in the MixRack, not in the surface. The S3000 has 20 moving faders in two banks, each with 6 layers, for up to 120 assignable fader strips. Harmony UI ties the 12-inch touchscreen to wrap-around controls, including a dedicated multi-mode EQ view and configurable widget areas for scenes, meters, FX, and more.
Local I/O on the surface includes 8 XLR mic/line inputs, 8 XLR line outputs, 2 stereo AES3 inputs, and 3 stereo AES3 outputs. The rear panel is a connection hub: a dual-redundant GigaACE gigabit link to the MixRack, a redundant DX link for I/O expansion, two 128-channel 96kHz I/O ports, two network ports, word clock BNC I/O, and a video output. USB stereo recording and playback are built in. Allen & Heath states a 3-year warranty on S Class surfaces.
Allen & Heath dLive S3000 Features
- 20 faders and a 12-inch Harmony UI touchscreen. The S3000 has 20 motorised faders, 6 layers, and a 12-inch capacitive touchscreen with gesture control. Allen & Heath rates the layout at up to 120 fader strips. Dedicated physical controls cover gain, HPF/LPF, and 4-band PEQ, with 3 pages of 6 assignable rotaries and 26 assignable SoftKeys.
- It controls a dLive MixRack. The S3000 is a control surface, not a standalone mixer. Official S Class documentation describes a dual-redundant GigaACE gigabit link from the surface to the MixRack, which holds the mix engine. If you are putting a system together, the MixRack is specified separately.
- Local I/O and two 128-channel option ports. On the surface itself you get 8 XLR mic/line inputs, 8 XLR line outputs, 2 stereo AES3 inputs with sample-rate conversion, and 3 stereo AES3 outputs. Two 128-channel 96kHz I/O ports accept optional modules such as MADI, Dante, Waves SoundGrid, and ACE.
- Redundant connections and a hot-swappable PSU. The GigaACE MixRack link is dual redundant, and there is a redundant DX link for I/O expansion. The power supply is dual redundant and hot swappable, with a second PSU offered as an option and interchangeable with the supply fitted as standard.
- Built for daylight and long shows. Allen & Heath lists daylight visibility, comprehensive multipoint metering, USB stereo recording and playback, engineer's wedge and IEM fader strips, and a 3-year warranty on S Class surfaces.
- Harmony UI wrap-around control. Allen & Heath describes Harmony UI as the integration of the 12-inch capacitive touchscreen with wrap-around controls, including gesture control, a dedicated multi-mode EQ view, and configurable widget areas for scenes, meters, FX, and more.
- Rear-panel connection hub. Besides the MixRack and DX links, the S3000 rear panel includes two network ports, word clock BNC I/O, a video output, and USB stereo record/playback, so the surface can serve as the system's control and I/O hub.
- Official SoftKey count of 26. The official S3000 datasheet and S Class listing specify 26 assignable SoftKeys. A distributor price list mentioned 27 SoftKeys; this page uses the official count of 26.
Where the dLive S3000 Fits
Touring and broadcast dLive systems: The S3000 is the 20-fader S Class surface, with redundant power and redundant audio links, when you want a smaller frame than the S5000 or S7000 but the same S Class connection hub.
Installed dLive systems: Two 128-channel I/O ports, user permissions, and a MixRack-based engine suit theatres, houses of worship, and prestige installs that already use or are specifying dLive.
Systems that already have, or will add, a MixRack: This surface does not mix on its own. Pair it with the dLive MixRack that matches your I/O and processing needs.
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Allen & Heath dLive S3000 Specifications
- Model: dLive S3000 (AH-DLIVE-S3)
- Manufacturer part number: AH-DLIVE-S3
- Type: dLive S Class control surface for a dLive MixRack, 20 faders, single 12-inch touchscreen
- Faders and layers: 20 moving faders in two banks, 6 layers each, up to 120 assignable fader strips
- Touchscreen: 12-inch capacitive touchscreen with gesture control, Harmony UI, dedicated multi-mode EQ view, configurable widget areas
- SoftKeys and rotaries: 26 assignable SoftKeys, 3 pages of 6 assignable rotaries
- Local analogue I/O: 8 XLR mic/line inputs (remote-controlled gain in 1dB steps, 20dB pad, phantom power), 8 XLR line outputs
- Local digital I/O: 2 stereo AES3 inputs with SRC, 3 stereo AES3 outputs with SRC (SRC bypass is available)
- MixRack link: Dual-redundant GigaACE gigabit link to a dLive MixRack
- DX expansion: 1 redundant DX link for I/O expansion
- I/O option ports: 2 ports, 128 channels at 96kHz each (optional MADI, Dante, Waves SoundGrid, ACE, and other modules)
- Other connections: 2 network ports, word clock BNC I/O, video output, USB stereo record/playback
- Power: Modular PSU, 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 300W maximum; optional second hot-swappable redundant PSU of the same type
- Unit dimensions: 870 x 728.5 x 413 mm (34.2 x 28.7 x 16.3 in)
- Unit weight: 28 kg (62 lbs)
- Packed dimensions: 1045 x 920 x 560 mm (41.1 x 36.2 x 22 in)
- Packed weight: 41 kg (90.4 lbs)
- Warranty: 3-year warranty (official S Class surface listing)
- UPC: 6938122242463
What's in the Box
- 1 x Allen & Heath dLive S3000 control surface
Allen & Heath has not published a full packing list for the S3000 on the official datasheet or weights sheet cited for this listing. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) if you need the complete accessory list.
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How to Control the dLive S3000
- Surface: 20 moving faders, 6 layers, 26 assignable SoftKeys, 3 pages of 6 assignable rotaries, and a 12-inch Harmony UI touchscreen
- MixRack link: Dual-redundant GigaACE gigabit link from the S3000 to a dLive MixRack, which holds the mix engine
- Local and expansion I/O: 8 XLR in / 8 XLR out on the surface, a redundant DX link, and two 128-channel 96kHz I/O ports
The S3000 is a control surface for a dLive MixRack. It does not operate as a standalone mixer without a MixRack, which is specified separately.
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Allen & Heath dLive S3000 Control Surface Q&A
Is the dLive S3000 a complete mixer by itself?
Is the dLive S3000 a complete mixer by itself?
No. The S3000 is a control surface for a dLive MixRack. Official documentation describes a dual-redundant GigaACE link from the surface to the MixRack, which contains the mix engine. The MixRack is specified separately.
Does the S3000 have 20 faders and 26 assignable SoftKeys?
Does the S3000 have 20 faders and 26 assignable SoftKeys?
Yes. The S3000 has 20 moving faders, 6 layers (up to 120 fader strips), a 12-inch touchscreen, 26 assignable SoftKeys, and 3 pages of 6 assignable rotaries. The distributor price list mentioned 27 SoftKeys; the official S3000 datasheet and S Class listing say 26, and this page uses the official count.
Does the S3000 have 8 XLR inputs and 8 XLR outputs on the surface?
Does the S3000 have 8 XLR inputs and 8 XLR outputs on the surface?
Yes. The S3000 surface has 8 XLR mic/line inputs, 8 XLR line outputs, 2 stereo AES3 inputs, and 3 stereo AES3 outputs, plus two 128-channel 96kHz I/O option ports, a redundant DX link, word clock, network ports, and a video output.
Does the S3000 have a dual-redundant GigaACE link to the MixRack?
Does the S3000 have a dual-redundant GigaACE link to the MixRack?
Yes. Official S Class documentation describes a dual-redundant GigaACE gigabit link from the S3000 surface to the dLive MixRack.
Is a second hot-swappable PSU available for the S3000?
Is a second hot-swappable PSU available for the S3000?
Yes. The official S Class listing and S3000 datasheet describe a dual-redundant, hot-swappable power supply, with a second PSU available as an option and interchangeable with the standard supply. Maximum consumption is listed as 300W at 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz.
Does Harmony UI combine the 12-inch touchscreen with wrap-around controls?
Does Harmony UI combine the 12-inch touchscreen with wrap-around controls?
Yes. Allen & Heath describes Harmony UI on the S3000 as the integration of the 12-inch capacitive touchscreen with wrap-around controls, including gesture control, a dedicated multi-mode EQ view, and configurable widget areas for scenes, meters, FX, and more.
Does the S3000 have two 128-channel 96kHz I/O ports?
Does the S3000 have two 128-channel 96kHz I/O ports?
Yes. The S3000 has two I/O option ports, each 128 channels at 96kHz, for optional modules such as MADI, Dante, Waves SoundGrid, and ACE.
Does Allen & Heath list a 3-year warranty on S Class surfaces?
Does Allen & Heath list a 3-year warranty on S Class surfaces?
Yes. Allen & Heath lists a 3-year warranty on official S Class surface pages, including the S3000. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) if you have questions.
Is the official unit weight of the S3000 28 kg (62 lbs)?
Is the official unit weight of the S3000 28 kg (62 lbs)?
Yes. The official weights sheet lists 28 kg (62 lbs) for the S3000 unit, and 41 kg (90.4 lbs) packed. Unit dimensions are 870 x 728.5 x 413 mm (34.2 x 28.7 x 16.3 in).
Has Allen & Heath published a full packing list for the S3000?
Has Allen & Heath published a full packing list for the S3000?
No. A full packing list for the S3000 is not published on the official datasheet or weights sheet cited for this listing. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) if you need the complete accessory list.
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The S3000 is a control surface for a dLive MixRack over a dual-redundant GigaACE link. A redundant DX link and two 128-channel 96kHz I/O ports connect official expanders and optional networking cards. This surface does not operate as a standalone mixer without a MixRack.
Why not buy this Allen & Heath dLive S3000 Control Surface today?
Official Allen & Heath S Class surface pages list a 3-year warranty. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
