WAVES SuperRack LiveBox MADI

Name: WAVES SuperRack LiveBox MADI
Brand: Waves
SKU: USW379-700C-396
Price: 6150.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Live sound leaves no room for compromise. SuperRack LiveBox is a purpose-built processing platform designed to bring the flexibility of modern plugin workflows into environments where reliability is paramount.

By combining dedicated hardware with the SuperRack ecosystem, it delivers low-latency performance and seamless integration without the complexity of a traditional computer-based setup.

Designed for engineers who would rather focus on mixing than managing systems, LiveBox streamlines the deployment of Waves and third-party VST3 plugins while maintaining the consistency required for live production.

Available with Dante or MADI connectivity, it integrates easily into existing workflows and provides the confidence to perform under pressure. The result is a focused, dependable platform that lets technology stay in the background, allowing the engineer and the mix to take centre stage.

All specs below refer to both Dante and MADI units, except for the info specific to Dante or MADI I/O connectivity:

CPU: Intel® Core i7-14700
OS: Windows 10 LTSC with pre-configured image & optimized settings
RAM: 32 GB
HDD: 512 GB
I/O: Either Dante™ or MADI (per your selected unit):
• Dante PCIe I/O: Marian Clara E, 128 channels, 24 bit
• MADI PCIe I/O: RME HDSPe MADI, 64 Coaxial or 64 Optical at 48 kHz; 32 Coaxial or 32 Optical at 96 kHz

Supports up to 3 screens

Front Panel

USB2 x2
Power switch

Back Panel

Redundant PSU
USB2 x4
USB3 x2
Network RJ 45 x1
VGA x1
HDMI x1
DP x2
Dante I/O: Primary x1, Secondary x1
MADI I/O: Coaxial x1, Optical x1
Dante or MADI status leds (per your selected unit)

Dimensions

2U rack-mountable
Length: 48.2 cm / 19 in
Height: 8.8 cm / 3.5 in
Depth: 39.2 cm / 15.4 in
Weight: 9.5 kg / 20.9 lb

Power Consumption

100–240V
50/60 Hz
160W

Environment:

Operating Environment temperature range: 50° to 95°F / 10° to 35°C
Max Environment temperature: 104°F / 40°C

Important Notes:

ProLink Console Remote for DiGiCo - PFL/Solo Display Insert/Output feautre is not supported in SuperRack Performer on LiveBox D/M.

Processing, without the friction

SuperRack LiveBox is where processing happens without interruption. A dedicated system for running VST3 plugins in live environments.

Seamless integration. No compromise.

All plugins. One place.

Run any VST3 plugin inside a single, unified environment. Designed for live use, everything runs natively, with ultra-low latency, in a system built to stay responsive under pressure.

Immediate by design

Connect it to a console, open your session, start mixing. No complex routing. No external host. Just a direct path from signal to processing.

Scaled for real systems

Dante or MADI connectivity. Up to 128 channels of I/O. Enough to integrate into complex rigs, without becoming one.

Built for continuity

A single 2U chassis, purpose-built for touring operations. Optimised hardware and software, working as one system. Stable under load. Predictable in motion.

Optional dual power supply for redundancy.

Control, without translation

With SuperRack Performer at its core, the WAVES LiveBox has the same software used across tours, broadcasts, and large-scale productions. From routing to plugin chains, everything remains where you expect it.

FAQs

Yes. Unlike control-only systems, the LiveBox includes onboard CPU processing, allowing it to run VST3 plugins natively.
Audio processing is handled by:
The internal Intel CPU system
SuperRack Performer software
Optional external routing via SoundGrid-compatible or network I/O systems
SuperRack LiveBox runs:
Waves SuperRack Performer (VST3 plugin host)
Waves Live bundle plugins (included)
Additional compatible VST3 plugins depending on system configuration
This allows engineers to run external plugin chains in a live environment without a DAW.
Latency depends on system configuration, routing, and plugin load. The system is designed for low-latency live performance workflows, making it suitable for:
Front-of-house processing
Monitor mixing inserts
Broadcast audio chains
It is optimised for real-time use rather than offline processing.
Yes. SuperRack LiveBox integrates with any console that supports MADI routing, including:
FOH mixing consoles
Broadcast desks
Monitor consoles
It functions as an external insert processing engine.
No. SuperRack LiveBox is a self-contained processing system. It does not require an external computer for operation, as it runs SuperRack Performer directly on the internal hardware.
SuperRack LiveBox is designed specifically for live audio, offering:
Fixed hardware configuration for consistent performance
Integrated audio networking (Dante/MADI)
Reduced system variability compared to general-purpose computers
Purpose-built optimisation for real-time audio processing
Yes. Multiple units can be used in larger systems to:
Distribute plugin processing across racks
Increase total channel processing capacity
Provide redundancy in critical live environments
It is designed for modular deployment in scalable live audio systems.
Nifty Audio is proud to be the UK’s first dedicated Service Centre for Waves hardware.
We provides priority repairs, diagnostics,
and support for Waves LV1 Classic Consoles, SoundGrid Servers, Axis
Scopes and LiveBox handled by trained experts using official parts and
processes.
Official servicing for Waves hardware
Fast turnaround times from our UK-based facility
Access to genuine Waves parts and authorised repair processes
Priority service for products purchased through our website and our reseller network.
See our support page for more information

Yes. Unlike control-only systems, the LiveBox includes onboard CPU processing, allowing it to run VST3 plugins natively.
Audio processing is handled by:
The internal Intel CPU system
SuperRack Performer software
Optional external routing via SoundGrid-compatible or network I/O systems
Latency depends on system configuration, routing, and plugin load. The system is designed for low-latency live performance workflows, making it suitable for:
Front-of-house processing
Monitor mixing inserts
Broadcast audio chains
It is optimised for real-time use rather than offline processing.
No. SuperRack LiveBox is a self-contained processing system. It does not require an external computer for operation, as it runs SuperRack Performer directly on the internal hardware.
Yes. Multiple units can be used in larger systems to:
Distribute plugin processing across racks
Increase total channel processing capacity
Provide redundancy in critical live environments
It is designed for modular deployment in scalable live audio systems.

SuperRack LiveBox runs:
Waves SuperRack Performer (VST3 plugin host)
Waves Live bundle plugins (included)
Additional compatible VST3 plugins depending on system configuration
This allows engineers to run external plugin chains in a live environment without a DAW.
Yes. SuperRack LiveBox integrates with any console that supports MADI routing, including:
FOH mixing consoles
Broadcast desks
Monitor consoles
It functions as an external insert processing engine.
SuperRack LiveBox is designed specifically for live audio, offering:
Fixed hardware configuration for consistent performance
Integrated audio networking (Dante/MADI)
Reduced system variability compared to general-purpose computers
Purpose-built optimisation for real-time audio processing
Nifty Audio is proud to be the UK’s first dedicated Service Centre for Waves hardware.
We provides priority repairs, diagnostics,
and support for Waves LV1 Classic Consoles, SoundGrid Servers, Axis
Scopes and LiveBox handled by trained experts using official parts and
processes.
Official servicing for Waves hardware
Fast turnaround times from our UK-based facility
Access to genuine Waves parts and authorised repair processes
Priority service for products purchased through our website and our reseller network.
See our support page for more information

Waves SuperRack LiveBox plugin host front view 2U rackmount VST live processing unit

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