The Surface is simply a controller for the MixRack. It also has an audio rack built into it to conveniently provide local inputs and outputs at the mix position. It features a large analogue style, one control per function processing block, TouchScreen, name and colour virtual ‘write-on’ strip, banks of motorised faders with independent layers, SoftKeys, built-in headphones, local monitor and talkback. The flagship iLive-176 is the biggest of the modular series and allows a variety of audio I/O modules, network formats and redundant power supply options, and is shipped in a touring flight case.

ILIVE FX——GREAT SOUNDING REVERBS, DELAYS AND MODULATORS WITH AN INSTANTLY FAMILIAR INTERFACE
All iLive MixRacks, even the smallest, feature 8 built-in FX. These are top quality emulations and developments of popular industry classics. Modelled by our engineers right into the heart of the DSP mix engine, they provide very low latency and instant access to all 8 effects at all times. No need for licences or complex configuration.
Any combination of up to 8 FX devices can be loaded. A back panel allows patching as mix send/returns or as insert into specific channels. A front panel view presents a familiar classic knob layout where the user can adjust the many parameters, select from numerous presets and create new ones, and transfer them between systems using a USB key. FX can be returned via input channels or dedicated short returns with 4-band PEQ and dynamic FX shaping provided. The 8 stereo returns are in addition to the 64 input channels – a total of 72 sources to the mix in a single system. Look out for further FX emulations in future firmware updates.