When building or purchasing a computer dedicated to hosting the Waves eMotion LV1 live mixer, follow the specifications and guidelines below.
For best performance we recommend purchasing Waves’ Axis One or Axis Proton computers.
Component | Specification | Notes | ||
Operating System | OS Version | Windows 10 64bit Windows 11 64bit | ||
Settings | Gaming Settings | Per latest specs here | ||
Windows Updates | Enabled | We recommend installing Windows updates. These can be delayed for up to 35 days. Please allow sufficient time to perform updates (for example before a show). | ||
CPU | Minimum | Intel i3, 4 Cores, Gen 8 2.8Ghz | AMD processors are not supported | |
Recommended | Intel i5, 4 Cores and up, Gen 8, 3.0Ghz and up | |||
Memory | Minimum | 8 GB RAM | ||
Recommended | 16 GB fast RAM | |||
Network | Dedicated | 1Gbit LAN port for SoundGrid network, OS settings Per latest specs here. | Private network, do not share with other protocols | |
Secondary | LAN port / WIFI for Internet or other networks | USB-to-Ethernet adapter may be required. Disable during shows. | ||
Storage | Minimum | SSD 256GB | ||
USB | Minimum | 4 x USB2 ports | ||
Recommended | 4 x USB2.0/3/3.1 ports + 4 x USB3.0/3.1 ports | Connecting 4 USB3 touch screens, 2 controllers, license DOK, keyboard and mouse | ||
Display | Graphics Card (minimum) | Intel UHD family (Driver version 9316 or 9955 only) | ||
One Screen (minimum) | HDMI / DP Resolution: 720p to 4k | |||
Two Screens (Recommended) | HDMI / DP Resolution: 720p to 4k | |||
Four Screens (Advanced) | An additional, dedicated display card is required to operate 4 screens (with 2GB memory). | |||
Multi-touch (Required) | 10-point touch | |||
Environmental Support | Maximum operation temperature | 40°C / 104°F | Must have suitable ventilation |
Keep in mind that meeting these specs still does not guarantee the best possible performance.
See system requirements for eMotion LV1 and all Waves plugins and applications.
Have more questions? Contact Technical Support.