DiGiCo X-S31-WS Digital Console with Waves SoundGrid Integration

The DiGiCo X-S31-WS combines the powerful S31 digital mixing console with Waves SoundGrid integration for advanced live audio production. Engineers gain access to premium low-latency plugin processing while maintaining DiGiCo's renowned sound quality and workflow. The console delivers exceptional flexibility for demanding live performances, broadcast, and installed systems. Built on DiGiCo's proven FPGA architecture, it offers fast processing and outstanding reliability. Its compact footprint makes transportation and setup simple. The result is a professional mixing solution ready for modern productions.

Native Waves SoundGrid Integration

The X-S31-WS supports Waves SoundGrid connectivity, allowing real-time use of industry-leading Waves plugins during live mixing. When paired with a compatible Waves DMI interface, SoundGrid server, and host computer, engineers can access studio-quality EQs, compressors, reverbs, and other processing tools with ultra-low latency. This expands creative possibilities without increasing console complexity. The system integrates smoothly into professional workflows. It provides powerful plugin processing for every production. Engineers can achieve premium live sound with greater flexibility.

Advanced Digital Processing

Powered by an ARM QuadCore processor working alongside DiGiCo's FPGA architecture, the S31 delivers 48 Flexi-Channels, 46 buses, and premium 96kHz audio processing. Every channel benefits from advanced EQ, compressors, gates, Dynamic EQ, DiGiTuBe processing, Multiband Compression, and professional onboard effects. Eight stereo effects engines provide high-quality reverbs, delays, modulation, and enhancement processing. Low-latency performance ensures exceptional audio clarity throughout every production. Powerful DSP resources support complex live mixing applications. The console offers flagship-level processing in a compact format.

Triple-Screen Control Surface

The S31 features three responsive 10-inch multi-touch displays that provide clear visual feedback and rapid access to channel processing, routing, and metering. Thirty-one touch-sensitive motorized faders are arranged across customizable layers for efficient operation. Drag-and-drop channel assignment simplifies workflow while snapshot automation speeds production changes. Hidden Till Lit controls keep the interface clean and intuitive. Engineers can customize layouts to match any production. The ergonomic surface supports fast, confident mixing.

Flexible Connectivity & Expansion

The X-S31-WS offers 24 microphone inputs, 12 line outputs, USB multitrack recording, dual Ethernet ports, and two DMI expansion slots for additional connectivity. The DMI architecture supports Dante, MADI, Waves SoundGrid, Hydra2, Optocore, and other industry-standard networking formats. This flexible design allows the console to integrate easily into existing professional audio systems. Expansion options protect long-term system investment. Engineers can adapt the console to virtually any production environment. It is designed for scalable professional audio networking.

Built for Professional Productions

The DiGiCo X-S31-WS is ideal for touring companies, broadcast facilities, theaters, houses of worship, corporate events, and permanent installations. Its combination of premium audio quality, Waves SoundGrid integration, advanced DSP, and intuitive operation provides exceptional performance for demanding applications. Rugged construction ensures dependable reliability under continuous professional use. The console delivers outstanding flexibility while remaining compact and easy to transport. Built with genuine DiGiCo engineering, it meets the needs of modern production professionals. It is a complete digital mixing solution with integrated Waves SoundGrid support.

What’s in the Box:

• X-S31-WS, DMI-BLANK x 2, Dust Cover
• Connections: 24 Mic/Line In, 12 Line Out, 2 Ch AES In/Out,
• DMI Slot x 2, USB-B 48 Track Recording Interface
• Connectors: Dependent on cards loaded in DMI Slots, USB-Type B

Product Specifications:

Product Type: Compact digital live mixing console.

Audio Processing: 96kHz.

Processing Architecture: ARM QuadCore SoC, FPGA core, and 4th-generation SHARC DSP.

Input Channels: 48 Flex-Channels (Mono/Stereo).

Simultaneous Channel Control: 30 channels.

Motorized Faders: 30 × 100mm touch-sensitive motorized faders.

Touchscreens: 3 × 10-inch high-resolution multi-touch displays.

Display Technology: Hidden Till Lit (HTL) encoder rings with intelligent visual feedback.

Busses: 16 Flexi-Busses (Mono/Stereo).

Master Bus: Stereo Master Bus.

Solo Busses: 2 Stereo Solo Busses.

Control Groups: 10.

Matrix: 8 × 8 Full Processing Matrix.

Graphic EQ: 16 × 32-band Graphic EQ.

Internal Effects: 12 stereo effects processors.

Effects Types: Reverbs, Delays, Chorus, Pitch Shift, and Enhancer.

EQ: 4-band fully parametric EQ with Dynamic EQ capability.

Dynamics: Compressor, Gate, Ducker, De-Esser, and Multiband Compressor.

DiGiTube Processing: Supported on input and output channels.

Mustard Processing: Supported.

Local Microphone Inputs: 24.

Local Line Outputs: 12.

Local AES I/O: Stereo AES digital I/O.

Recording Interface: UB MADI interface for direct DAW recording.

DMI Expansion Slots: 2.

Supported DMI Cards: Dante, MADI, Waves SoundGrid, Hydra2, AES, Analogue, AVB, Optocore, and other DiGiCo DMI interfaces.

Networking: Supports DiGiCo audio networking through optional DMI cards.

Sample Rates: 48kHz and 96kHz.

Word Clock Sync: Supported.

Session Storage: USB save/load support.

Channel Layout: Fully customizable drag-and-drop bank assignment.

Encoder Control: Dedicated rotary encoders with touch EQ editing.

Touchscreen Functions: Channel processing, routing, setup, metering, and master control.

Waves Integration: Supports up to 32 low-latency Waves Stereo MultiRacks.

Plug-in Capacity: Up to 8 plug-ins per Waves rack.

Latency: Ultra-low latency digital processing.

Power Supply: Internal universal auto-ranging power supply.

Operating Voltage: 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz.

Construction: Rugged polycarbonate and steel chassis.

Application: Live sound, broadcast, theater, houses of worship, touring, and installed audio.

Product Weight: 55.1 lbs.

Product Dimensions (L × W × H): 34.4" × 31.0" × 10.7"