Bose ControlSpace ESP-880A — Open-Architecture Engineered Sound Processor
An open-architecture DSP, the Bose ControlSpace ESP-880A is engineered for everything from small, self-contained installations to large, networked systems. It delivers precise performance with low latency and ultra-low noise, and offers flexible I/O, powerful DSP, and industry-standard control/integration options.
Why choose the ESP-880A
Open-architecture DSP with floating-point processing for advanced audio routing and processing
8 × 8 balanced analog I/O plus an 8-channel AmpLink digital output for Bose amplifiers
48 kHz / 24-bit A/D and D/A converters with a dynamic range >115 dB
Low-latency operation (analog in → analog out latency ~860 µs) and ultra-low noise performance
Seamless integration with ControlSpace Designer software and industry control systems (Crestron, AMX)
Key Features
8 balanced mic/line analog inputs and 8 balanced line outputs (Euroblock connectors)
AmpLink output (RJ-45) to send 8 channels of uncompressed digital audio to compatible Bose amplifiers
Onboard Ethernet for configuration/control, RS-232, 5 control inputs and 5 control outputs
DSP library includes automatic mic mixers, predictive feedback suppressors, room combiners, multiband graphic & parametric EQs, routers, mixers, AGCs, duckers, compressors, delays, loudspeaker libraries, and more
Compatible with ControlSpace Designer software, ControlCenter controllers, and ControlSpace Remote clients
Support for integration with Crestron and AMX via serial/Ethernet drivers
Active cooling, standard rack ears, 1RU form factor
5-year warranty
Applications
Ideal for auditoriums, houses of worship, resorts & hospitality, retail, education, and other installed-audio environments requiring reliable DSP, control, and amplifier integration.
Technical Highlights
A/D & D/A: 48 kHz / 24-bit
Audio Latency: ~860 µs (analog in → analog out)
Dynamic Range: >115 dB (A-weighted)
THD+N: 0.002% at +4 dBu
Channel Separation (Crosstalk): < −105 dB at +4 dBu, 1 kHz
DSP Power: 3.6 GIPS / 2.7 GFLOPS; 32-bit fixed/floating DSP + ARM 456 MHz CPU
Delay: Up to 43 s
Indicators: power/status, I/O signal, Ethernet, serial control LEDs
I/O & Control
Analog Inputs: 8 balanced mic/line (4 × 6-pin Euroblock) — phantom power selectable per input
Analog Outputs: 8 balanced line (4 × 6-pin Euroblock)
AmpLink: 1 × RJ-45 (8 channels)
Control: 5 control inputs (Euroblock), 5 control outputs (Euroblock), RS-232 DB9M, Ethernet (100 Mbps)
Mains: IEC C14 inlet; 85–264 VAC, 50/60 Hz; <37 VA typical
Physical & Environmental
Product Dimensions (H × W × D): 1.7 in × 19.0 in × 8.5 in (44 mm × 483 mm × 215 mm)
Net Weight: 5.7 lb (2.6 kg)
Rack Spaces: 1 RU
Operating Temp: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Cooling: Active, side-venting
Color: Black
Included in the Box
Bose ControlSpace ESP-880A — Open-Architecture Engineered Sound Processor
An open-architecture DSP, the Bose ControlSpace ESP-880A is engineered for everything from small, self-contained installations to large, networked systems. It delivers precise performance with low latency and ultra-low noise, and offers flexible I/O, powerful DSP, and industry-standard control/integration options.
Why choose the ESP-880A
Open-architecture DSP with floating-point processing for advanced audio routing and processing
8 × 8 balanced analog I/O plus an 8-channel AmpLink digital output for Bose amplifiers
48 kHz / 24-bit A/D and D/A converters with a dynamic range >115 dB
Low-latency operation (analog in → analog out latency ~860 µs) and ultra-low noise performance
Seamless integration with ControlSpace Designer software and industry control systems (Crestron, AMX)
Key Features
8 balanced mic/line analog inputs and 8 balanced line outputs (Euroblock connectors)
AmpLink output (RJ-45) to send 8 channels of uncompressed digital audio to compatible Bose amplifiers
Onboard Ethernet for configuration/control, RS-232, 5 control inputs and 5 control outputs
DSP library includes automatic mic mixers, predictive feedback suppressors, room combiners, multiband graphic & parametric EQs, routers, mixers, AGCs, duckers, compressors, delays, loudspeaker libraries, and more
Compatible with ControlSpace Designer software, ControlCenter controllers, and ControlSpace Remote clients
Support for integration with Crestron and AMX via serial/Ethernet drivers
Active cooling, standard rack ears, 1RU form factor
5-year warranty
Applications
Ideal for auditoriums, houses of worship, resorts & hospitality, retail, education, and other installed-audio environments requiring reliable DSP, control, and amplifier integration.
Technical Highlights
A/D & D/A: 48 kHz / 24-bit
Audio Latency: ~860 µs (analog in → analog out)
Dynamic Range: >115 dB (A-weighted)
THD+N: 0.002% at +4 dBu
Channel Separation (Crosstalk): < −105 dB at +4 dBu, 1 kHz
DSP Power: 3.6 GIPS / 2.7 GFLOPS; 32-bit fixed/floating DSP + ARM 456 MHz CPU
Delay: Up to 43 s
Indicators: power/status, I/O signal, Ethernet, serial control LEDs
I/O & Control
Analog Inputs: 8 balanced mic/line (4 × 6-pin Euroblock) — phantom power selectable per input
Analog Outputs: 8 balanced line (4 × 6-pin Euroblock)
AmpLink: 1 × RJ-45 (8 channels)
Control: 5 control inputs (Euroblock), 5 control outputs (Euroblock), RS-232 DB9M, Ethernet (100 Mbps)
Mains: IEC C14 inlet; 85–264 VAC, 50/60 Hz; <37 VA typical
Physical & Environmental
Product Dimensions (H × W × D): 1.7 in × 19.0 in × 8.5 in (44 mm × 483 mm × 215 mm)
Net Weight: 5.7 lb (2.6 kg)
Rack Spaces: 1 RU
Operating Temp: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Cooling: Active, side-venting
Color: Black
Included in the Box
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