Bose Professional ControlSpace EX-1280C Conferencing Sound Processor

The ControlSpace EX-1280C is a flagship conferencing DSP designed for medium to large conference rooms, boardrooms, classrooms, and multipurpose spaces. It offers extensive analog I/O, built-in AEC (Acoustic Echo Cancellation), Dante™ networking, and comprehensive open-architecture DSP processing.

With 12 mic/line analog inputs (with AEC) and 8 analog outputs, plus 64 × 64 Dante channels, the EX-1280C is ideal for large, flexible conferencing systems. It integrates seamlessly with USB conferencing platforms, Bose ControlSpace endpoints, and third-party control systems.

• 12 mic/line inputs with AEC, phantom power
• 8 analog line-level outputs
• 64 × 64 Dante™ digital audio networking channels
• USB interface for direct PC connection (BYOD conferencing)
• Advanced DSP: EQ, dynamics, auto-mixing, feedback suppression, delays, matrix routing
• Programmed via Bose ControlSpace Designer software
• Compatible with Bose ControlCenter wall controllers and EX endpoints
• GPIO for third-party control system integration

Performance & Processing

• Analog Inputs: 12 × balanced mic/line (Euroblock), each with AEC and phantom power
• Analog Outputs: 8 × balanced line-level (Euroblock)
• Dante Networking: 64 × 64 channels @ 48 kHz / 24-bit
• USB Audio: Multichannel interface for conferencing platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex, etc.)
• DSP Functions: AEC, noise reduction, gain sharing, EQ, dynamics, crossovers, limiting, delay, source selection, priority paging
• Sample Rate / Bit Depth: 48 kHz / 24-bit
• Latency: < 3 ms analog in to analog out

Control & Connectivity

• Configuration: ControlSpace Designer software
• Remote: Compatible with ControlCenter CC wall controllers and AVM-1 Sense Mic
• Networking: Dual Dante ports (primary/secondary) + Ethernet control
• GPIO: 8 logic I/O for external integration (AMX, Crestron, etc.)
• USB: Type-B connection for conferencing and recording

Physical / Mechanical

• Dimensions (H × W × D): 44 × 483 × 305 mm (1.75″ × 19″ × 12″) – 1RU
• Net Weight: ≈ 4.5 kg (10 lb)
• Cooling: Convection cooled (fanless, silent operation)
• Mounting: Standard 19″ rackmount

Applications

• Large conference and boardrooms
• Training centers and classrooms
• Hotels and hospitality venues
• Universities and auditoriums
• Houses of worship
• Government and multipurpose facilities