MIDAS HD96-AIR, COBALT & AS 88

MIDAS announce the hotly anticipated HD96-AIR alongside the COBALT and the AS 88

Live Digital Console with 144 Input Channels, 123 Mix Buses, 96 kHz Sample Rate, and 21" Glare Resistant Touch Screen

Midas’ HD96-AIR takes the next leap in digital console evolution — fusing the iconic sound of the H3K and engineering precision of the Heritage D Series with breakthrough portability. Finally, a Midas you can take anywhere. Designed for engineers who demand power without compromise, HD96-AIR features a stunning 21” high-brightness touchscreen with multi-gesture control, unlocking an ultra-intuitive workflow in a hyper-lightweight form factor. All the speed. All the detail. Now within arm’s reach.

The HD96 platform was built with the future in mind — and HD96-AIR is just the beginning of that vision in action. Engineered for total control and maximum portability, it features a fully adjustable 21” full HD multi-touchscreen that puts every parameter — from faders to control groups to individual channels — right at your fingertips. The layout places user-assignable buttons exactly where you need them, enhancing speed and precision on the fly. And thanks to a smart, space-conscious design, HD96-AIR delivers all the power of the Heritage D Series in an ultra-lightweight chassis. Even with the flight case, the full package weighs in at under 30 KG — ready for anywhere the show takes you.

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HyperMAC to USB3 Converter Supporting Recording/Playback of up to 192 Channels on MacOS with Sample Rate Conversion

COBALT allows you to connect your computer to any HyperMAC audio network for high-channel count recording and playback with zero compromise. The perfect companion to any Midas digital console or HyperMAC-equipped device, COBALT brings studio-grade power and seamless connectivity to your live setup.

With a single locking USB-C connection, COBALT delivers effortless compatibility with Apple Macs – no adapters, no hassle. While the initial release supports macOS only due to ongoing stability work with ASIO drivers, full cross-platform functionality remains a priority. With up to 192 bidirectional channels at 48 or 96 kHz via Dual Redundant HyperMAC In/Outs, COBALT ensures ultra-reliable performance in even the most demanding live environments. Not to mention, thanks to the onboard LED status indicators, signal integrity is always visible at a glance and easy to monitor – giving engineers the confidence to focus on what matters most: the mix.

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Dual HyperMAC to 8 Port Dual Redundant AES50 Converter

The Midas AS88 is designed to seamlessly convert a two, high-bitrate HyperMAC connections into eight fully redundant AES50 connections, and vice versa, whilst ensuring ultra-fast audio switching. Built for speed and reliability, AS88 also supports up to 192 bidirectional channels at 96 kHz.

Using the AS88 with our flagship HD96 console enables full redundancy across both console Snake ports – unlocking greater channel capacity and enhanced system reliability. Furthermore, AS88’s utilisation of advanced FPGA-based switching technology ensures dependable HyperMAC failover to a redundant connection when needed.

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