Waves Hear Technologies WSG Bridge for Dante

Bridge SoundGrid and Dante Networks with the Hear Technologies WSG Bridge for Dante

The Hear Technologies WSG Bridge for Dante is a rackmountable audio bridge designed to route audio between Waves SoundGrid and Dante networks. With up to 64 channels of bidirectional audio, low-latency performance, and support for Waves real-time plugin processing through a SoundGrid system, the WSG Bridge helps integrate Dante-based live sound, broadcast, and installed audio systems with Waves SoundGrid workflows.

• Bridges Waves SoundGrid and Dante audio network protocols
• Routes up to 64 channels of bidirectional audio between Dante and SoundGrid networks
• Enables Waves and third-party SoundGrid plugin processing in Dante-based systems
• Typical one-way latency as low as 0.520 ms at 96 kHz
• Supports sample rates from 44.1 kHz to 96 kHz for Dante and SoundGrid card operation
• Clock source options include Dante, SoundGrid, and future external clock input
• Standard 1U rackmount enclosure for professional system integration
• USB 2.0 port for firmware updates and future connectivity
• Port for optional redundant power supply
• Requires SoundGrid audio interface driver installation to function

Add Waves Real-Time Processing to Dante Networks

The WSG Bridge for Dante allows engineers to bring Waves plugin processing into Dante network environments. When paired with a Waves SoundGrid Server, the bridge enables low-latency processing for up to 64 channels, making it useful for live sound, broadcast, theater, worship, and installed audio systems.

Bidirectional Dante and SoundGrid Routing

Fluent in both SoundGrid and Dante, the WSG Bridge can route audio in either direction between the two protocols. This makes it possible to connect Dante network audio to SoundGrid processing, SoundGrid interfaces, or Waves eMotion LV1-style workflows.

Low-Latency Network Performance

The bridge is designed for fast network audio transfer, with typical one-way latency under 1 ms at supported sample rates. For round-trip routing, latency is exactly double the listed one-way values, not including A/D conversion, D/A conversion, or plugin processing time.

Rackmount Integration and Power Redundancy

The 1U rackmount enclosure fits into standard professional racks for clean installation. A redundant power supply port is included, with the secondary power supply available separately for systems that require additional power reliability.

SPECIFICATIONS

General

• Product Type: Dante to SoundGrid audio bridge
• Model: Hear Technologies WSG Bridge for Dante
• Function: Bridges Waves SoundGrid and Dante network protocols
• Rack Size: 1U
• Mounting: Standard rack mount
• Status: Product discontinued
• Recommended Replacement: Hear Technologies Dante-WSG XS

System I/O

• Bidirectional Audio Channels: Up to 64 channels between Dante and SoundGrid
• Clock Source A: Input A as clock master, Dante
• Clock Source B: Input B as clock master, SoundGrid
• Clock Source EXT: Future external clock input with optional future external word-clock I/O card
• System Sampling Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz
• USB Port: USB 2.0 for firmware updates and future connectivity
• Card Slots: Accepts analog input cards, digital input cards, output cards, or 8-port Mixer network card
• HBUS Input: 8-pin RJ45 jack for future expansion
• HBUS Output: 8-pin RJ45 jack for future expansion

Latency

• Typical Dante to SoundGrid or SoundGrid to Dante Latency at 44.1 kHz: 0.787 ms
• Typical Dante to SoundGrid or SoundGrid to Dante Latency at 48 kHz: 0.778 ms
• Typical Dante to SoundGrid or SoundGrid to Dante Latency at 88.2 kHz: 0.580 ms
• Typical Dante to SoundGrid or SoundGrid to Dante Latency at 96 kHz: 0.520 ms
• Round-Trip Latency: Exactly double the one-way latency values

Waves SoundGrid Card

• Audio Inputs: 64
• Audio Outputs: 64
• Connection: 8-pin RJ45 jack, 1000BaseT Ethernet for SoundGrid audio network
• Supported Sampling Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, and 96 kHz

Dante Card

• Audio Inputs at 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz: 64
• Audio Inputs at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz: 32
• Audio Outputs at 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz: 64
• Audio Outputs at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz: 32
• Connection: 8-pin RJ45 jack, 100BaseT or 1000BaseT Ethernet for Dante audio network
• Supported Sampling Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, and 96 kHz

Power

• Main Power Requirement: 48 VDC, 400 mA
• Secondary Redundant Power Requirement: 48 VDC, 400 mA
• External Power Supply Input Voltage: 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
• Redundant Power Supply: Optional, available separately

Dimensions

• Dimensions: 1.75 x 19 x 8.5 inches / 44.5 x 483 x 216 mm

Weight

• Unit Weight: 6.3 lb / 2.8 kg

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