The Eos family of consoles just got bigger – by going smaller. After a successful
preview at LDI, ETC has officially launched the Gio @5 console, which brings the
acclaimed, professional-grade control of the Eos Ti® and Gio® consoles within
reach of users with tighter spaces – and tighter budgets.

“With the Gio @5, we’ve given you a little bit of everything,’ says product manager
Anne Valentino. This portable console packs all the control necessities into its
narrow, 25.5-inch (641 mm) footprint, making external monitors and accessories
optional. The desk includes an articulating, 17-inch, multi-touch LCD display, four
encoders with haptic feedback, five definable and page-able motorised faders, a
master fader pair and a retractable tray with backlit alpha-numeric keyboard.

The Gio @5 derives its name from the Eos command that sets a level at fifty
percent, but don’t be fooled by its compact size; the desk offers a full programming
experience. The console is the perfect step up for Ion® users who want expanded
hands-on access to playbacks, award-winning colour control, touchscreen Magic
Sheets and more. The programming surface matches the full, backlit keyboard
layout of its larger sister desks, providing an easy transition for experienced Eos
users looking to scale down for touring and smaller productions or venues. The Gio
@5 is also a perfect educational desk; skills learned on the console will transfer to
the highest end of the programming job market.

The board has everything a programmer needs to rock small, live gigs – right out of
the road case. The short-throw motorised faders are designed for efficient busking,
but if more hands-on control is needed, the console can serve as a base for a
customised, expanded work surface of plug-and-play Motorized Fader Wings,
external touchscreen monitors and other accessories. The upcoming v2.5 software –
which will release in time to ship with the console – builds on the playbacks and
effects work of the v2.4 release, with even more tools suited to busking. Wherever
you are, the Gio @5 has what you need to do the job.

To learn more about the Gio @5 and other Eos family consoles, visit www.etcconnect.com/Products/Consoles/Eos-Family/Gio-
@5/Features.aspx.