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dbx DriveRack VENU360 - 3x6 Loudspeaker Management System with AutoEQ, AFS™ and Network Control

The dbx DriveRack VENU360 is a 3-input, 6-output loudspeaker management processor designed to optimize, protect, and control live and installation PA systems. It features next-generation AutoEQ™ and AFS™ (Advanced Feedback Suppression), an updated Setup Wizard , and Ethernet-enabled app control for iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows . Its 3x6 architecture supports 3 analog line inputs or, alternatively, up to 2 AES/EBU inputs (sharing connectors with two of the analog inputs), plus an on-panel RTA mic input with +48V phantom power for room measurement and running AutoEQ in seconds with sine sweeps—no lengthy pink noise.

Inputs feature a dbx Compressor, AFS™ , 31-band Graphic EQ , 12-band Parametric EQ (with narrow notches), Noise Gate , Backline Delay , and Subharmonic Synthesizer . Outputs offer crossover (full-range to 6-way mono), AutoEQ per output (8-band AutoEQ + 4 user), AGC , dbx Compression/Limiting , 8-band Parametric EQ for speaker tuning, up to 1000ms delays per output, and Engine Alignment. With 24-bit conversion, 32-bit float internal processing, and 48/96 kHz support (with 32–192 kHz sample rate conversion on the digital input), the VENU360 delivers 114 dB(A) system dynamic range , 0.0025% typical THD+N , and 20 Hz–20 kHz ±0.5 dB response, all in just 1U of rack space.

Main features

• 3×6 Architecture : 3 inputs (analog or 2 AES with shared connectors) + 6 balanced line outputs .
• Dedicated RTA input with +48 V phantom power for metering and sweepable AutoEQ.
• Input processing : dbx compressor, AFS™ , GEQ 31 bands , PEQ 12 bands , Noise Gate , Backline Delay , Subharmonic Synth .
• Output processing : crossover (full-range → 6-way mono), AutoEQ (8 AutoEQ + 4 user), AGC , dbx compression/limiting, 8-band PEQ , delays per output up to 1000 ms , engine alignment.
• Enhanced AFS™ : Faster and more precise feedback suppression without compromising timbre.
• Wizard with speaker and power amp libraries; includes Monitor Wizard for stage monitors.
• Network control : apps for iOS/Android/Mac/Windows via Ethernet (direct or through a router).
• Audio : 24-bit conversion, 48/96 kHz , 32-bit float processing, DR A/D 117 dB (A) , DR D/A 116 dB (A) , analog-to-output latency 2.57 ms @48 kHz .
• 1U construction with professional XLR connectivity and reduced consumption ( 18 W ).

Product benefits

• Fast and consistent optimization : AutoEQ per output and step-by-step wizard shorten setup.
• More headroom before feedback : AFS™ anticipates and eliminates narrow notch feedback.
• True flexibility : 3x6 routing for FOH, monitors, sub mono, delays and auxiliary zones, all from a single unit.
• Modern control : Edit from a tablet or computer over a network, without relying on the front panel.

Use cases

• Portable PA : stereo bi/tri-amp with mono sub, room AutoEQ and protection limiting.
• Stage Monitors : Guided setup with Monitor Wizard and AFS™ dedicated to live miking.
• Fixed installation : distribution by zones/delays, profiles by space and remote control on the network.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need the RTA microphone for AutoEQ? It's recommended . The VENU360 powers the RTA with +48 V and performs AutoEQ with sine wave sweeps in seconds.
• Can I control the device from my mobile phone or laptop? Yes, using Ethernet and the free apps for iOS/Android/Mac/Windows.
• Does it support digital signals? Yes, AES/EBU on two inputs (32–192 kHz sampling rate conversion).

Description for projects

dbx DriveRack VENU360 Loudspeaker Management Processor ; 3x6 I/O: (3) electronically balanced/RF-filtered XLR line inputs (two AES/EBU switchable; impedance > 30 kΩ ; max. +28 dBu ; CMRR > 50 dB ) and (1) XLR RTA input with +48 V phantom ; (6) balanced XLR outputs (120 Ω; max. +22 dBu ). Processing: Input with dbx compressor, AFS™ , GEQ 31 , PEQ 12 , gate, backline delay, and subharmonic; output with crossover , AutoEQ (8 AutoEQ + 4 user), AGC , comp/limit, PEQ 8 , delays per output up to 1000 ms , and alignment. 24-bit conversion, 32-bit float processing; 48/96 kHz (SRC 32–192 kHz in AES); Performance: A/D DR 117 dB(A) , D/A DR 116 dB(A) , System DR 114 dB(A) , THD+N 0.0025% typical @ +4 dBu/1 kHz, 20 Hz–20 kHz ±0.5 dB ; Analog output latency 2.57 ms @48 kHz . Control: Ethernet with iOS/Android/Mac/Windows apps. Power 100–240 V~ 50/60 Hz, 18 W . 1U form factor ( 44.5 × 482.6 × 203.2 mm ); 2.49 kg (shipping 3.22 kg).