Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — Deep Purple’s long-awaited return to Malaysia at Mega Star Arena (MSA), Sungei Wang, showcased not only the band’s legendary musicianship but also a tightly engineered audio system anchored by Midas’ flagship Heritage HD96 consoles. The setup featured one HD96 at Front of House and one dedicated HD96 for Stage Monitors, delivering a stable, high-headroom workflow for the band’s high-impact rock set.

Despite the complexity of Deep Purple’s live mix—multiple vocal channels, Hammond organ, Leslie cabinets, dual amp guitar rigs, aggressive bass, and precision drum miking—the engineering team confirmed that two Midas DL231 24-in/24-out mic/line I/O units were fully sufficient for the entire show. The DL231’s dual-engine split design allowed FOH and Monitor engineers to operate with independent preamps, maintaining complete gain autonomy throughout the performance.

The system’s reliability was a key factor in its selection. The HD96 platform provided 96 kHz audio processing, Midas’ signature preamp warmth, and extensive onboard FX without requiring external racks. With the show running high-energy rock dynamics from start to finish, engineers noted the console’s stability and ample headroom as critical advantages.

At Mega Star Arena—known for hosting large-scale international acts—the decision to deploy HD96 on both ends ensured consistent sonic character from stage to audience. The consoles' workflow, scene automation, and rapid recall capabilities allowed the crew to handle the band’s transitions and extended improvisational segments with precision.

For Deep Purple’s Malaysian stop, the Midas HD96 once again proved itself as a world-tour-ready platform capable of managing demanding input lists while delivering the clarity, power, and responsiveness expected for a legendary rock act.