Avantis MixPad vs ICOA PRO

Avantis MixPad is an engineer’s mixing tool providing wireless mobile control for the Allen & Heath Avantis digital mixer. It gives you the freedom to walk the room or stage and control the sound right where it is needed. Avantis MixPad and the Avantis mixer can work together to provide simultaneous control of independent functions, for example one engineer using the mixer to mix front-of-house sound, and another using the iPad to mix monitors on stage. Several iPads can be connected, each providing independent control. Avantis MixPad is intended for working with the live mix and channel processing. Things you can control: - Fader levels, mutes, pan - Aux and FX sends, routing and Pre/Post switching - Matrix sends, routing and Pre/Post switching - DCA masters and assignments - Preamp Gain, Pad and 48V - Trim and Polarity - HPF, Gate, PEQ, NEQ, Comp/Ducker, Delays - RTA function - Scene Recall - Channel names and colour - PAFL select - Signal Generator Control - Full signal metering - 3 Custom strips for personalised channel layout - 24 SoftKeys (18 SoftKeys on Avantis Solo) - Tap Tempo - FX Parameters - Library Recall Avantis MixPad is not intended for system setup . The following functions are not available at the iPad: - RackUltra FX Parameters - Input source, insert and output patchbay - Channel ganging - Aux source routing options - Scene Store - Scene Recall Filters and Safes edit - Show memory store and recall - Talkback - System configuration, options and preferences - User Profile management and permissions Requirements: An Allen & Heath Avantis mixer with a suitable wireless router or access point connected to one of its Network ports. This version of MixPad can connect to Avantis mixers running: - Avantis Firmware V2.00 or subsequent V2.0x maintenance releases. - Avantis Firmware V1.30 or subsequent V1.3x maintenance releases, when the Firmware compatibility mode setting is enabled. This can be found in the iOS Settings / Avantis MixPad. You will need to shut down (force quit) the app and restart it for changes to take effect. Refer to the Allen & Heath website for more information and to download the latest mixer firmware.

With the free ICOA PRO app, you can wirelessly connect and control any ICOA PRO speaker from LD Systems. Configure up to two top speakers and four subwoofers simultaneously, and control all functions directly from your smartphone or tablet. Fast & intuitive setup The app automatically scans for available ICOA PRO speakers in your vicinity. In the Speaker Setup, you can visually reproduce your own speaker setup and transfer suitable presets in a flash using ready-made scenes (e.g. "2× Sub + Stereo" or "Stack Cardioid + Stereo"). Thanks to the Wink LED function, you can directly localize individual speakers. All settings under your control Convenient access to all your ICOA PRO speakers' DSP functions: - 4-band parametric EQ for each channel - Switchable mic/line inputs - Master EQ adjustments for tops and subs - Delay settings (up to 50 m) - Application presets (TOP): full-range, satellite, monitor low-latency, flat - Application presets (SUB): 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz, cardioid, monitor low-latency (100 Hz / cardioid) Bluetooth & TWS (true wireless stereo) You can control the speakers' TWS pairing and mono/stereo switching in the Bluetooth overview. A stereo setup with Bluetooth streaming and up to two tops and four subs is ready for use in just a few seconds. (The audio signal for the subs is transmitted by cable via the MIX OUT of the top speakers.) Real-time control All ICOA PRO DSP functions are mirrored in real time, so you can configure your system anytime, anywhere – even when it is being flown or is difficult to access. Offline demo mode Test all the app functions, even without real speakers. Simulated ICOA PRO speakers are available in demo mode, allowing you to try out your setup, make adjustments, and familiarize yourself with its operation. You can also use the demo mode as an offline editor to create your own presets . About ICOA PRO The ICOA® PRO loudspeaker series from LD Systems offers active coaxial high-performance PA speakers and an active 21″ high-performance subwoofer. It combines precise sound, robust construction and modern DSP technology for powerful and reliable performance. Whether as a stand-alone system or in larger setups, ICOA PRO is designed for professional applications and is ideal for mobile use, club gigs, live events, touring and installations.