The Allen & Heath iLive T-80 is a fixed-format digital mixing surface designed as the central control hub for the iLive digital mixing system, offering a comprehensive, tactile interface for live sound engineers. As part of the iLive ecosystem, it connects via a high-speed digital audio network (ACE) to a remote MixRack stagebox, separating control from I/O to maximize setup flexibility and stage signal integrity. The T-80 provides immediate hands-on control over 48 input channels and 24 mix buses, housed in a robust, ergonomic console-style surface. Its layout is intuitively divided into channel strips, master section, and a high-resolution touchscreen, enabling fast, efficient mixing during live performances in theaters, touring, houses of worship, and major events where reliability and sound quality are critical.

The surface is engineered for operational speed and deep system access. It features 16 motorized faders controlling three layers of inputs (48 total) and a dedicated layer for mix buses, with flip functionality to quickly access channel EQ, dynamics, and aux sends via dedicated rotary encoders above the faders. The 10.4-inch color touchscreen serves as the central display for detailed parameter editing, effects rack configuration, and system routing, minimizing menu navigation. Key workflow enhancements include customizable DCAs (Digitally Controlled Amplifiers), comprehensive scene management for instant show recall, and a full suite of onboard effects processors including reverb, delay, and multi-band compression, all accessible and editable directly from the surface.

Constructed with a durable steel-reinforced chassis and a sloped desktop for optimal ergonomics, the iLive T-80 is built for the rigors of touring while providing a comfortable workspace. It integrates seamlessly with iLive MixRacks of varying sizes, supporting up to 128 input channels at the rack. Connectivity is extensive, including redundant ACE ports for linking to the MixRack, expansion card slots for additional digital audio formats (like MADI or Dante), and comprehensive local I/O for monitors and external processing. The Allen & Heath iLive T-80 combines the tactile feel and immediacy of an analog console with the power and flexibility of a modern digital system, delivering a trusted and powerful mixing platform for the most demanding professional audio applications.