[1] It consists of a Linux-based server that runs the SoundGrid environment, compatible plug-ins, a Mac or Windows control computer, and an audio interface for input/output (I/O).
Using native processing, SoundGrid runs on standard CPUs under a modified Linux operating system (OS).
Waves Audio says this provides "predictability, stability, and low latency," previously exclusive to dedicated DSP-based systems.
SoundGrid audio processing, system configuration, and monitoring are controlled by the SuperRack (previously MultiRack) SoundGrid control application, which runs on Windows and Mac computers, including embedded systems.
SuperRack SoundGrid offers remote parameter control and navigation over MIDI or an inter-application API by integrating with the console's host application.