CB Electronics XPatch-64

Feautures:

• 64x64 CROSSPOINT ROUTING • ZERO CROSSING SWITCHING (“CLICK-LESS”)
• FRONT PANEL HEADPHONE MONITORING
• CREATE, STORE & RECALL ROUTINGS (SNAPSHOTS)
• ANY INPUT CAN CONNECT TO MULTIPLE OUTPUTS
• LOAD AND SAVE PREDEFINED SIGNAL PATHS • OSX & WINDOWS COMPATIBLE SOFTWARE • 8 CHANNELS OF METERING • 5 PIN MIDI INPUT (PC COMMANDS)
• GAIN CONTROL ON EVERY OUTPUT & INPUTS 57-64
• UNUSED I/O ARE MUTED TO MINIMISE CROSSTALK
• TABLET/PHONE SELECTION OF SNAPSHOTS & PATHS WITH TOUCHOSC • HIGH IMPEDENCE INPUT CARD OPTION FOR INPUTS 57-64

CB Electronics introduces XPatch-64, designed by multi-award-winning designer Colin Broad. XPatch-64 is a 64x64 digitally controlled, fully analogue audio patch bay routing system for audio professionals and aimed at streamlining workflow in even the most demanding post or music studios. Design based on the XPatch-32.

The XPatch-64 system is controlled by our XPatch program via USB, allowing for complex routings in seconds. Create, store and recall routings from sessions. Any input can be sent to multiple outputs. The XPatch-64 design is based on the A-Mon / I-Mon and shares the I/O and CPU cards, allowing for input and output muting and even gain control.

The front panel is equipped with 2x XLR combo connectors for input XLR line-level / ¼ inch jack DI input, plus 2 XLR output for quick auditioning of equipment. Also included are ¼ inch jack for headphone monitoring of inputs and outputs, OLED display and encoder with push button for function selection. In addition, there is a ¼ inch jack socket for a switch to step through snapshots (presets).

Once configured, XPatch-64 can operate independently of the XPatch program and host computer via the front panel encoder or foot-switch. By switching between snapshots, the foot-switch enables the XPatch-64 to be used as a powerful studio or live performance tool for musicians.

In any studio, the XPatch-64 can make it quick and easy to use your favorite new and legacy hardware effects units in your mix.The XPatch-64 is a versatile stand-alone analogue routing/switching system for on-stage boutique instrument processing or amplifier selection.

XPatch or XP-Relay?

We make both Solid State and Relay based patch bays, and often get asked this question. There is no correct answer as it depends on your application. Both offer advantages over traditional patch bays, sealed/solid state contacts, digital recall and simple routing changes. Both use the XPatch4 App digital recall of analog routing and can be used together to use the advantages of both.

XP-Relay

• No Electronics in the signal path
• Unlimited head room
• Microphone routing
• Phantom pass through
• Audio switching by Sealed Telecom Relays
• Un-used outputs are muted
• Available as 16 x 16, 32 x 32 or 64 x 64

XPatch

• Unique 0.25dB resolution, -96dB to +22dB Gain Control at every stage of the signal path.
• Gain control allows unused outputs to be muted
• Use Gain control to Mix Balanced with unbalanced, Line Level with Instrument level
• Buffering between connected devices
• Multiple multing without loading the source.
• Solid state audio switching
• Available as 32 x 32, 64 x 64 or 96 x 96
• XPatch APP Features Exclusive the XPatch See the XPatch APP webpage

Conclusion

As we’ve explored, the choice between the XPatch and the XP-RELAY ultimately depends on your studio's specific demands—but the most important takeaway is the powerful paradigm shift they both represent.

Both systems offer the massive advantage of digital recall of your purely analog routing, moving past the limitations of traditional patch bays with their sealed, long-life contacts and effortless configuration via the XPatch4 App.

• If your priority is absolute signal transparency and the need for microphone routing (including phantom power), the XP-RELAY is your answer, thanks to its zero-electronics signal path.
• If your workflow demands precision gain control at every connection, seamless mixing of different signal levels (like line and instrument), and advanced buffering/multing capabilities, the XPatch is the unmatched solid-state solution.