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Nixer unveils CV1 at IBC 2025, a no-nonsense AoIP monitor for broadcast pros
AMSTERDAM: Nixer Pro Audio has lifted the lid on its latest innovation at IBC 2025: the CV1, an all-in-one audio-over-IP monitoring unit aimed squarely at broadcast control rooms, production suites, recording studios and live performance setups.
Modelled on its RLC64 rackmount, the CV1 has been overhauled following requests from a national broadcaster, and is pitched as a fast, flexible and integration-friendly solution.
The speaker-free box is designed to slot neatly into high-end workflows, working with premium external loudspeakers and loudness meters via dedicated AES and line outputs. It supports Dante, Ravenna/AES67 and ST 2110 out of the box, with AVB-Milan waiting in the wings.
“In live broadcast operations and recording studios, sound quality is paramount,” said Nixer Pro Audio founder & chief executive Nick Fletcher. “Being able to hear everything through proper external monitors gives audio professionals greater assurance and control.”
The CV1 packs in dual headphone outputs with independent level controls, access to 32 stereo inputs—including 30 AoIP channels plus AES and line—and touchscreen switching. Output tools include individual channel mutes and a dim function with attenuation from 0 to 30 dB. Engineers also get phase reverse, mono sum and monitoring trims for quick fault-checking.
Eight AoIP outputs allow routing flexibility across complex setups, while the unit can natively return AES, line or AoIP sources back to the network—cutting out format converters and extra rack gear. Engineers can rename source buttons directly on-screen and tailor meter and output behaviour to suit.
Distributors and integrators are already eyeing the CV1 for live broadcast, radio, music production, post, and remote gallery work. Optional upgrades in 2026 will open up wireless AoIP monitoring via iPads and web UI.
“The CV1 reflects our core philosophy: listen to customers and give them exactly what they need,” Fletcher said.
The unit is now shipping worldwide, with Nixer showing it off at stand 8.F96 at IBC 2025.
