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Full Band Fly Rig!
Earlier this year, Shure approached us with an idea; a “Band in a Box” concept based on their SLX-D+ wireless system.
Vocals, two guitars, and a bass, all in one of our 6U fly-racks. With Shure providing the wireless, and our friends at Neural DSP providing a Quad Cortex, we got to work making it a reality.
Hardware:
- Shure SLXD4Q 4-channel receiver
- Neural DSP Quad Cortex
- Bespoke rear panel with all audio outputs, PowerCON AC inlet, EtherCON & USB for Shure Wireless Workbench & Cortex Control connectivity
- Blacked out Neutrik connects throughout
- Lightweight 2U drawer with reinforced front and rear rack mounts.
- K7K designed custom foam housing all Shure transmitters, a spare capsule, 8x Shure SB903 lithium ion rechargeable batteries, SBC80-903 8-bay charger and a storage space for 1/4” guitar cables. Shout out in particular to @konviktmlv for this insanely clever design, I love how the power supply is hidden below.
- Dimmable LED lighting for front and rear visibility, controlled by a central 22mm Stainless Steel momentary switch, via a Smart Dimmer Control box for IOS/Android operation.
- All housed in the K7K AeroRack 6U Peli.
It’ll be revealed this weekend at Radar Festival, go check it out on the Shure stand in the Music Marketplace if you’re there!
Why did we build this Quad Cortex template with 3 mono outputs instead of 3 stereo pairs? 👇
The QC gives you 4 audio inputs and 6 audio outputs, but for this build we deliberately chose 3 dedicated mono signal paths.
1️⃣ More CPU headroom
Mono routing keeps the DSP load down, leaving more room for effects and MIDI automation while reducing preset change latency. The QC’s CPU management is excellent, but on a touring rig we always aim to leave plenty in reserve.
2️⃣ Cleaner programming
One signal path per guitar keeps the template easy to understand, easier to modify, and much faster to troubleshoot if you’re under pressure at a show.
3️⃣ Simpler live integration
Three mono outputs mean faster patching, fewer desk inputs, and a setup that works in virtually any venue without needing stereo channels or special routing.
In touring, reliability beats complexity ever
Earlier this year, Shure approached us with an idea; a “Band in a Box” concept based on their SLX-D+ wireless system.
Vocals, two guitars, and a bass, all in one of our 6U fly-racks. With Shure providing the wireless, and our friends at Neural DSP providing a Quad Cortex, we got to work making it a reality.
Hardware:
- Shure SLXD4Q 4-channel receiver
- Neural DSP Quad Cortex
- Bespoke rear panel with all audio outputs, PowerCON AC inlet, EtherCON & USB for Shure Wireless Workbench & Cortex Control connectivity
- Blacked out Neutrik connects throughout
- Lightweight 2U drawer with reinforced front and rear rack mounts.
- K7K designed custom foam housing all Shure transmitters, a spare capsule, 8x Shure SB903 lithium ion rechargeable batteries, SBC80-903 8-bay charger and a storage space for 1/4” guitar cables. Shout out in particular to @konviktmlv for this insanely clever design, I love how the power supply is hidden below.
- Dimmable LED lighting for front and rear visibility, controlled by a central 22mm Stainless Steel momentary switch, via a Smart Dimmer Control box for IOS/Android operation.
- All housed in the K7K AeroRack 6U Peli.
It’ll be revealed this weekend at Radar Festival, go check it out on the Shure stand in the Music Marketplace if you’re there!
Why did we build this Quad Cortex template with 3 mono outputs instead of 3 stereo pairs? 👇
The QC gives you 4 audio inputs and 6 audio outputs, but for this build we deliberately chose 3 dedicated mono signal paths.
1️⃣ More CPU headroom
Mono routing keeps the DSP load down, leaving more room for effects and MIDI automation while reducing preset change latency. The QC’s CPU management is excellent, but on a touring rig we always aim to leave plenty in reserve.
2️⃣ Cleaner programming
One signal path per guitar keeps the template easy to understand, easier to modify, and much faster to troubleshoot if you’re under pressure at a show.
3️⃣ Simpler live integration
Three mono outputs mean faster patching, fewer desk inputs, and a setup that works in virtually any venue without needing stereo channels or special routing.
In touring, reliability beats complexity ever
Comments (27)
3 months agoifswineflu
What are the latches that you are using to lock in the drawer that the quad cortex is on?? I've been looking for some forever.
3 months agogoodboycarl.wav
Literally just made one of these for our band but incorporated DMX lighting out of it too 🙏🏼
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