Description
The DiGiCo X-Q225-W-DS-ST-EX-ULT brings flagship Quantum technology into a compact Dual Screen (DS) control surface. Powered by three seventh-generation FPGAs, it delivers exceptional processing power for demanding live productions. The console combines proven DiGiCo workflows with innovative Quantum features for maximum flexibility. Its compact footprint makes it ideal for touring, theaters, broadcast, and houses of worship. Engineers benefit from fast operation, low latency, and outstanding audio quality. Every aspect is designed to meet professional production requirements.
Dual Screen Workflow
The console features two 17-inch high-brightness multitouch displays that provide clear visibility in any lighting condition. Forty-one dedicated TFT LCD displays present channel names, metering, macros, and system information at a glance. Twenty-five touch-sensitive 100 mm motorized faders are arranged for quick and accurate operation. A dedicated user-assignable master fader provides additional control flexibility. Soft Quick Select buttons allow rapid navigation through console functions. The intuitive layout enhances workflow and improves mixing efficiency.
Advanced Quantum Processing
Supporting up to 72 input channels, 36 fully processed buses, and a 12 × 12 matrix, the console is ready for complex productions. Mustard Processing provides premium analog-style channel processing for every mix. Spice Rack adds FPGA-powered effects that deliver studio-quality performance with ultra-low latency. Nodal Processing offers advanced routing capabilities while True Solo improves monitoring accuracy. The powerful processing engine maintains reliable performance under demanding workloads. Every feature is optimized for professional live sound.
Standard (ST) Fiber Connectivity
This model features a Standard (ST) fiber connector for dependable Optocore networking in professional audio systems. The ST connection supports stable long-distance audio transmission with excellent signal integrity. It integrates seamlessly with compatible DiGiCo stage racks and Optocore devices. Optional single or dual Optocore loops provide additional flexibility for expanding large systems. The fiber connection is ideal for touring productions, theaters, and fixed installations. It delivers reliable performance in mission-critical environments.
Under The Hood
Quantum 225DS brings two 17-inch, 1000 nit, high brightness multitouch screens with both a meter bridge and soft quick select buttons for quick and intuitive operation. 41 individual TFT LCDs displaying channel information and metering, bank information, macros and more guide you immediately to the controls you need. Plus, 25 100mm touch sensitive faders in two banks of 12 plus a dedicated user-assignable master fader with high resolution metering.
With a maximum of 72 input channels with 36 busses and a 12 x 12 matrix, all with full channel processing, Quantum 225 brings Quantum to a wider user base. Also included as standard are Mustard Processing channel strips, Spice Rack plugin style native FPGA processing options, Nodal Processing and True Solo.
I/O
Despite being a smaller format console, there hasn’t been any sacrifice when it comes to connectivity.
Local I/O: Quantum 225DS offers local I/O includes 8 analogue inputs, 8 analogue outputs and 2 AES I/O (4 channels)
MADI: Quantum 225DS offers 2 redundant MADI in/out at 48kHz, which can also be configured as 4 MADI I/O. At 96kHz this acts as 2 MADI I/O with full channel counts.
Optocore: The Quantum 225DS offers the option to add a single or dual loops of Optocore. On each loop, which is 504 channels of audio; there can be up to 14 DiGiCo racks, or a combination of racks and tie-lines around the loop. With dual Optocore loops, that’s 1,008 Optocore channels of audio and 28 racks running.
UBMADI: In addition, the engine has a 48-channel UBMADI, so you can connect any laptop via USB and get 48 channels of recording and playback.
DMI: We have also incorporated two dedicated DMI slots to accommodate the growing family of DiGiCo DMI card options. Allowing the console connectivity to be configured for the demand of the tour or event, you could plug in a Dante module, or the latest automatic mic mixing module. Each dedicated DMI slot provides you with an additional 64 x 64 I/O.
Waves: There is also an option to add Waves connectivity if you want to utilise SoundGrid processing, giving you a 64 x 64 additional I/O.
What’s in the Box:
- SD ST Rack x 1 (56 Mic In x 40 Out x 16 AES-O)
- Ultimate Stadius' 32-Bit Mic Pre Amp & 32-Bit Output Package
- Connections: MADI x 4, Optics x 1
- Internal Waves Card
- UB-MADI, DMI Port x 2
- Connectors: BNC, ST
Product Specifications:
Connector: Standard (ST) Connector
Faders: 25 × 100 mm touch-sensitive, motorized.
Touchscreens: 2 × 17-inch high-brightness, high-resolution LCD multitouch displays.
Input Channels: 72.
Dual-Screen Workflow: Simultaneously display multiple channel banks, processing windows, or console views to improve operational speed and flexibility.
Busses: Up to 36 Aux/Group busses (Mono, Stereo, LCR) plus Master.
Matrix: 12 × 12 with full processing.
Control Groups: Up to 12 (VCA, Moving Fader, Mute Group).
Graphic EQ: 16 × 32-band, ±12 dB gain.
Internal Effects: Up to 12 stereo floating-point effects.
Spice Rack: 6 Mono / 3 Stereo rack slots.
Mustard Processing: 24 processing strips.
Nodal Processing: 32 nodal processors.
Local Analog I/O: 8 Mic/Line Inputs, 8 Line Outputs.
AES I/O: 2 AES I/O (4 channels).
MADI Interface: 4 interfaces @ 48 kHz, 2 interfaces @ 96 kHz (BNC).
Optocore Interface: Optional, dual-loop capable.
DMI Slots: 2 × DiGiCo Multichannel Interface slots.
Waves Support: Optional SoundGrid connectivity.
Sampling Rates: 48 kHz / 96 kHz.
GPI/GPO: 2.
External Sync: Word Clock, MADI, Optocore.
Processing Delay: 2 ms @ 48 kHz, 1 ms @ 96 kHz.
Internal Processing: Up to 40-bit floating point.
A/D & D/A Conversion: 24-bit.
Frequency Response: ±0.25 dB (20 Hz–20 kHz).
THD+N (Mic In to AES Out): <0.003%.
THD+N (AES In to Line Out): <0.003%.
Channel Separation: >100 dB @ 10 kHz.
Residual Output Noise: <-94 dBu (A-weighted).
Equivalent Input Noise (EIN): <-127 dBu (A-weighted).
Maximum Input Level: +22 dBu.
Maximum Output Level: +22 dBu.
Input Delay: Up to 1.3 seconds.
Input EQ: 4-band Parametric/Dynamic EQ.
Output EQ: 8-band Parametric/Dynamic EQ.
HPF/LPF: 20 Hz–20 kHz, 24 dB/Octave.
Dynamics: Compressor, Multiband Compressor, Gate, Ducker, De-Esser.
Input Fader: 100 mm motorized, ∞ to +10 dB.
Output Fader: 100 mm motorized, ∞ to +10 dB.
Power Requirements: 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 255 VA.
Product Weight: 95 lbs. (304 lbs. with flight case).
Product Dimensions (L × W × H): 44.25" × 31.54" × 17.17".
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