DiGiCo X-Q338-WS Digital Mixing Console with Waves SoundGrid - MADI Only

The DiGiCo X-Q338-WS combines the power of Quantum FPGA processing with integrated Waves SoundGrid in a streamlined MADI-only configuration. Built for live touring, broadcast, theater, and large-scale productions, it delivers exceptional sound quality with ultra-low latency. The advanced processing engine provides fast response even during demanding sessions. Its intuitive workflow enables engineers to mix efficiently under pressure. The console is engineered for professional performance in every environment.

MADI-Only Connectivity

This version features a MADI-only configuration, making it perfect for facilities and touring systems that rely on standard MADI infrastructure. Six MADI interfaces at 48kHz or three redundant interfaces at 96kHz provide reliable, high-channel-count digital audio transport. MADI offers stable connectivity with simple integration into existing DiGiCo systems. This configuration is ideal for users who do not require Optocore fiber networking. It delivers dependable performance in demanding production environments.

Quantum 338: Leap Ahead

Boasting a wealth of new design features and enhancements to create ultimate flexibility of use plus the speed of operation that only Quantum can deliver, Quantum 338 is based on seventh generation FPGAs with an entirely new system architecture. The console merges tried and tested workflows with immense processing muscle and bold innovation including a striking new dark mode.

Under the Hood – Ultimate Stadius

Quantum 338 puts a trio of 17-inch, 1000 nit, high brightness multitouch screens at your disposal, with both the meter bridge and soft quick select buttons displayed on each screen for quick, intuitive operation. In addition, 70 individual TFT channel displays join the floating Quantum chassis with 38 100mm touch sensitive faders laid out in three blocks of 12 fader banks plus two dedicated user-assignable faders, each with high resolution metering.

Superior local audio connectivity and performance comes courtesy of new “Ultimate Stadius” 32-bit ADC and DAC conversion, which is built into the Quantum 338 as standard alongside six single or three redundant MADI connections, dual DMI slots and a built-in UB MADI USB recording interface.

Also included as standard are Mustard Processing channel strips, Spice Rack plugin style native FPGA processing options, Nodal Processing and True Solo.

I/O

With a maximum of 128 input channels with 64 busses and a 24 x 24 matrix, all with full channel processing, Quantum 338 takes built-in console I/O to new levels of performance. The console’s 8 local mic/line inputs and eight local line outputs all feature 32-bit “Ultimate Stadius” converters, while users have access to 4 stereo AES/EBU in/out, triple redundant MADI in/out (which can also be configured as 6 MADI I/O at 48kHz), dual DMI card slots, support for dual second generation opt core loops, a built-in UB MADI USB interface and more.

Product Specification:

Waves Integration: Built-in Waves SoundGrid Networking

MADI Connectivity: 6 MADI Interfaces @ 48kHz or 3 @ 96kHz (BNC) – MADI Only Configuration

Faders: 38 x 100mm touch-sensitive, motorized

Screens: 3 x 17” LCD high – brightness, high – resolution touch screens

Input Channels: 128

Busses: Up to 64 Aux / Group busses with full processing Mono / Stereo / LCR / LCRS / 5.1

Matrix: Up to 24 Input / 24 Outputs with full processing

Control Groups: Up to 24, selectable for VCA-style, Moving fader, Mute Group

Graphic Eq: 24 x 32-band, Gain +/- 12dB

Spice Rack: 8 mono / 4 stereo Rack Slots

Mustard Proc: 36 Processing Strips

Nodal Proc: 64 Nodal Processors

Local I/O: 8 x 32bit mic/line I/O, 8 x AES I/O

MADI interface: 6 x interfaces @ 48kHz, 3 interfaces @ 96kHz, BNC connectivity

Optocore Interface: Optional (dual loop available)

Sampling rates: 48kHz / 96kHz

GPI/GPO: 16

DMI: 2 x DiGiCo Multichannel Interface

Waves: Optional

Ext Sync: Word clock, AES, MADI, Optocore

Quantum 338 Dimensions: 1595mm (w) x 805mm (d) x 482mm (h)

Quantum 338 Weight: 70Kg / 154lbs (198Kg / 437 lbs. with flight case)

Quantum 338 Flight case: 1717mm (w) x 642mm (d) x 1144mm (h)

Power Requirements: 100V-240V, 50-60Hz, 295VA

Dynamics 2: On/Off Gate / Ducker:

Threshold; -60 – 0dB

Attack; 50us – 100ms

Hold; 2ms – 2s

Release; 5ms – 5s

Range; 0 – 90dB

Key; Any Source

Key Listen

Freq/Width; 20 – 20kHzCompressor:

On/Off

Threshold; -60 – 0dB

Attack; 500us – 100ms

Release; 10ms – 10s

Ratio; 1:1 – 50:1

Gain; 0 to +40dB with Autogain Option

Link; Any Channel / Buss

Hi Crossover; 20Hz – 20kHz

Lo Crossover; 20Hz – 20kHz

Dynamics 1: Single or Multiband (3-band) Compressor:

On/Off

Threshold; -60 – 0dB

Attack; 500us – 100ms

Release; 10ms – 10s

Ratio; 1:1 – 50:1

Gain; 0 to +40dB with Autogain Option

Link; Any Channel / Buss

Hi Crossover; 20Hz – 20kHz

Lo Crossover; 20Hz – 20kHz

Threshold: 20us – 20ms

Release: 1ms – 100ms

Ratio: 1:1 – 50:1

Ess-Band: Listen On/Off

Ess-Band Filter Freq/Width: 20Hz – 20kHz

Dynamics 2: On/Off Gate / Ducker:

Threshold; -60 – 0dB

Attack; 50us – 100ms

Hold; 2ms – 2s

Release; 5ms – 5s

Range; 0 – 90dB

Key; Any Source

Key Listen

Freq/Width; 20 – 20kHzCompressor:

On/Off

Threshold; -60 – 0dB

Attack; 500us – 100ms

Release; 10ms – 10s

Ratio; 1:1 – 50:1

Gain; 0 to +40dB with Autogain Option

Link; Any Channel/Buss

Hi Crossover; 20Hz – 20kHz

Lo Crossover; 20Hz – 20kHz

S/C Source: Any source

S/C Listen: On/Off

S/C Filter Freq/Width: 20Hz – 20kHz

Insert B: (Post EQ/Dyn) On/Off

EQ/Dyn Order: EQ/Dyn or Dyn/EQ

Mute: Channel Mute / Hard Mute

Solo: Solo Buss 1 / Solo Buss 2 / Both, Auto Solo

Channel Safe: Trim, EQ, Dyn, Fade/Mute, Inserts, Outputs, Full Safe

Output Routing: Outputs, Insert A, Insert B, FX

Fader: 100mm Motorized Fader ∞ to +10dB

Preamplifier Tubes:

Variable Drive

Odd / Even / Overdrive / Distortion / Crunch / Hi Distortion Presets

Variable Output Gain

Preamplifier Amp:

Variable Drive

Odd/Even 1st stage harmonics

Bias & Saturate control

Off/Odd/Even 2nd stage harm

Variable HF Boost

Variable Output Gain

Dynamics 1: Classic VCA Compressor / Vintage VCA Compressor / Optical Compressor / FET Limiter

Dynamics 2: Gate / Ducker