BSS Audio (Harman Professional)
Soundweb London BLU-100
Best signal processor for professional commercial audio system installations.
This 1RU rack-mount signal processor is engineered for professional audio installations, offering a fixed configuration of 12 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs. It provides extensive customization through its open architecture and HiQnet London Architect software. Featuring a high-bandwidth, fault-tolerant 48-channel BLU Link digital audio bus, it ensures reliable signal distribution. Seamless integration with third-party systems is facilitated by 12 Control Inputs and 6 Logic Outputs, making it a crucial component for building sophisticated, tailored audio solutions within its ecosystem.
$3495.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
10
/ 121
#10 in Loudspeaker Management Systems
Price vs Category Average
-3%
Below average
Configuration
128
/ Fixed Analog Inputs and Analog Outputs
Who it's for
- System integrators scaling audio across multiple BSS devices
- Installers managing medium-sized venues with diverse input sources
- Engineers requiring deep customization and complex logic control
Who should skip it
- Facilities relying on Dante or AES67 network infrastructure
- Designers planning heavy DSP processing or massive matrix routing
- Operators managing mission-critical systems requiring hardware redundancy
Performance breakdown
System Scalability
The 48-channel BLU Link bus handles complex, multi-zone audio routing effortlessly.
Integration Flexibility
Extensive GPIO options allow seamless control with third-party hardware and systems.
Processing Latency
Ultra-low latency ensures precise, real-time audio performance for demanding professional environments.
Configuration Depth
Open architecture software provides granular control over every signal path parameter.
Build Reliability
Rugged 1RU rack-mount design built for years of continuous, fault-tolerant operation.
Input Versatility
Configurable gain and phantom power accommodate diverse microphone and line-level sources.
Key Specs
Configuration
Fixed 12 Analog Inputs and 8 Analog Outputs
Digital Audio Bus
48-Channel BLU Link
Form Factor
1RU Rack Mount (1.75" x 19" x 9.0")
Weight
2.9 kg
Latency
0.77 ms @ 48 kHz
Analog Input Control
Configurable gain (+48dB max) and 48V Phantom Power
Control Interface
12 Control Inputs and 6 Logic Outputs (GPIO)
Power Supply
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Know before you buy
The BLU-100 features a fixed configuration of 12 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs. While you cannot add physical ports to the unit itself, you can integrate it with other Soundweb London devices via the 48-channel BLU Link bus to scale your system's total I/O capacity.
Yes, each of the 12 analog inputs provides software-configurable 48V phantom power. You can toggle this setting individually for each channel within the HiQnet London Architect software.
The unit includes 12 Control Inputs and 6 Logic Outputs (GPIO) on the rear panel. These allow you to integrate external hardware like wall controllers, switches, or sensors to trigger presets and control levels within your audio installation.
Absolutely. The BLU-100 is designed for fixed installations and utilizes a 48-channel BLU Link digital audio bus, which provides high-bandwidth, fault-tolerant signal distribution across your network.
You will need the HiQnet London Architect software, which runs on Windows. This platform provides the interface for setting up your signal processing, routing, and logic configurations.
The BLU-100 offers a very low latency of 0.77 ms at a 48 kHz sample rate. This makes it highly efficient for professional environments where timing and signal integrity are critical.
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