DNS 8S

Eight-Channel Noise Suppression
Processes up to eight audio channels simultaneously, making it ideal for live sound, broadcast, and multi-microphone environments.

Designed for Live Sound and Broadcast
Built specifically for live events, news, sports, theatres, conference venues, and houses of worship where reliability and speed are essential.

CEDAR Dialogue Noise Suppression Technology
Uses CEDAR’s industry-leading noise reduction algorithm to remove unwanted background noise while preserving speech clarity.

Latest DNS Processing Algorithm
Combines advanced machine learning and signal processing technologies developed across the DNS product range.

Near-Zero Latency Performance
Delivers processing with less than 10 samples of delay, helping maintain natural monitoring and lip-sync accuracy.

Real-Time Operation
Provides instant noise suppression suitable for front-of-house mixing, monitoring, and live broadcast applications.

Standard and Detailed Operating Modes
Offers simple operation for fast setup and advanced controls for detailed optimization when required.

Front Panel Control
Allows direct adjustment of processing settings from the hardware interface.

Browser-Based Remote Control
Provides full remote operation from laptops, tablets, and other network-connected devices.

Cross-Platform Remote Access
Works with major web browsers including Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari without requiring dedicated software.

AES3 Digital Audio Connectivity
Uses professional AES3 digital audio connections through a DB25 interface.

AES59 DB25 Pinout Compatibility
Supports industry-standard AES59 wiring for easy integration into professional audio systems.

Fail-Safe Audio Bypass
Automatically routes inputs directly to outputs during power loss or system interruption.

Hardware Relay Protection
Uses physical relays for dependable bypass operation in mission-critical signal paths.

Redundant Power Options
Supports both universal AC power and 12V DC operation for increased reliability in live environments.

Universal Worldwide Power Supply
Operates across a wide range of international power standards without manual switching.

Learn Function
Continuously analyzes incoming audio and automatically identifies background noise characteristics.

Continuous Noise Tracking
Adapts to changing noise conditions in real time without requiring dedicated noise samples.

Automatic Noise Detection
Measures both the level and frequency distribution of unwanted noise.

Attenuation Control
Lets operators determine how much detected noise should be reduced.

Bias Control
Provides additional control over how aggressively the system identifies and suppresses noise.

Multi-Band Processing Control
Offers detailed adjustment across six control bands for more precise noise reduction.

Frequency-Specific Optimization
Allows independent adjustment of different frequency regions to target specific noise problems.

Channel Grouping
Enables multiple adjacent channels to share identical settings for faster operation.

Stereo and Multi-Channel Linking
Supports grouped workflows such as stereo pairs and larger channel groups.

Independent Learning Per Channel
Maintains separate noise analysis for each channel even when channels are grouped.

Visual Processing Feedback
Displays real-time information about noise detection, attenuation, and signal activity.

Signal-to-Noise Monitoring
Provides visual indication of detected noise levels and signal levels.

Traffic Noise Suppression
Reduces traffic and road noise that interfere with speech intelligibility.

Air Conditioning Noise Reduction
Removes HVAC and ventilation system noise from live and recorded audio.

Wind Noise Suppression
Minimizes wind-related interference in outdoor productions and events.

Rain Noise Reduction
Suppresses environmental weather noise while maintaining dialogue clarity.

Crowd and Background Babble Reduction
Helps reduce audience noise and general ambient distractions.

Reverberation Reduction Assistance
Helps compensate for challenging acoustic environments and excessive room ambience.

Microphone Placement Compensation
Improves clarity when microphones cannot be positioned ideally.

100 Preset Memories
Stores complete processing setups for rapid recall across different productions and venues.

Preset Save and Recall
Allows operators to quickly switch between stored configurations.

Remote Preset Backup
Supports saving and restoring complete banks of presets through a web browser.

Channel Naming Support
Allows custom channel labels for easier identification during operation.

Network Configuration Management
Provides browser-based setup for IP addressing, security credentials, and network settings.

Firmware Update Capability
Supports network-based firmware upgrades for future enhancements and maintenance.

Professional Rackmount Design
Compact 1U rack format designed for permanent installations and mobile production systems.

Trusted for Mission-Critical Audio Paths
Designed for applications where uninterrupted audio and dependable operation are essential.

Live Event Ready
Optimized for concerts, festivals, conferences, sports broadcasts, theatres, and worship environments.

General Specifications
Product Type: Multi-Channel Dialogue Noise Suppressor
Series: DNS 8S
Processing Channels: 8
Processing Technology: CEDAR Dialogue Noise Suppression
Algorithm Type: Latest DNS Algorithm
Application: Live Sound, Broadcast, Speech Enhancement
Latency: Less Than 10 Samples
Remote Control: Browser-Based Via Ethernet
User Interface Modes: Summary Mode, Detail Mode
Mounting Format: 1U Rackmount
Rack Depth: 20 cm
Weight: 3 kg

Audio Processing
Dialogue Noise Suppression: Yes
Background Noise Reduction: Yes
Traffic Noise Suppression: Yes
Air Conditioning Noise Suppression: Yes
Wind Noise Suppression: Yes
Rain Noise Suppression: Yes
Babble Noise Suppression: Yes
Ambient Noise Reduction: Yes
Reverberation Suppression: Yes
Poor Microphone Placement Compensation: Yes
Acoustic Condition Compensation: Yes
Near-Zero Latency Processing: Yes
Machine Learning Assisted Processing: Yes

Audio Specifications
Audio Format: Digital PCM
I/O Resolution: 24-Bit
Processing Resolution: 40-Bit Floating Point
Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz
Latency: <10 Samples
Data Format: AES/EBU
Audio Interface: AES3
Connector Type: DB25 AES59 Pin-Out

Noise Suppression Controls
Learn Function: Yes
Continuous Noise Analysis: Yes
Automatic Noise Identification: Yes
Attenuation Control: Yes
Bias Control: Yes
Global Processing On/Off: Yes
Global Learn On/Off: Yes
Channel Grouping: Yes
Independent Channel Processing: Yes
Multi-Band Processing Control: Yes
Control Bands: 6
Frequency Control Range: Approximately 100 Hz To 16 kHz

Channel Configuration
Total Channels: 8
Adjacent Channel Grouping: Supported
Stereo Pair Grouping: Supported
Four Stereo Pair Configuration: Supported
Dual Four-Channel Group Configuration: Supported
Independent Learn Per Channel: Yes

Fail-Safe Features
AES3 Fail-Safe Bypass: Yes
Bypass Method: Hardware Relay
Power Failure Protection: Input Directly Connected To Output
Critical Path Installation Support: Yes

Connectivity
Audio Input/Output: AES3
Audio Connector: DB25
Ethernet Port: Yes
Remote Network Control: Yes
Web Browser Control: Yes

Remote Control System
Control Method: Embedded Web Interface
Supported Browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari
Multi-Client Access: Supported
Channel Naming: Supported
Preset Management: Supported
Network Configuration: Supported
Firmware Updates Via Network: Supported

Preset Management
Preset Capacity: 100 Presets
Preset Numbering: 0–99
Preset Storage: All Eight Channels
Grouping Storage: Yes
Noise Measurement Storage: Yes When Learn Is Off
Preset Backup And Restore: Yes

Display And Controls
Front Panel Displays: 8 Individual Displays Plus Main Display
Encoders: 8
Soft Keys: 3
Menu Button: Yes
Power/Lock Button: Yes
Detail Mode: Yes
Summary Mode: Yes
Screen Brightness Settings: High, Medium, Low
Screensaver Settings: 5 Minutes, 30 Minutes, 180 Minutes, Off

Power Specifications
AC Input Voltage: 85–260 VAC
AC Frequency: 50–60 Hz
Power Consumption: 15 W
DC Input Voltage: 12 VDC Nominal
DC Input Range: 8–18 VDC
Power Input Priority: AC Over DC
Dual Power Input Support: Yes

Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature: 5°C To 30°C
Operating Humidity: 30% To 80% Non-Condensing

Applications
Front Of House Mixing: Yes
Monitor Mixing: Yes
Live Sports: Yes
Newsrooms: Yes
Live Events: Yes
Theatres: Yes
Conference Venues: Yes
Houses Of Worship: Yes
Broadcast Production: Yes