The XSL compression frame is constructed from high-grade steel following the principles of truss construction to achieve the lowest possible dead weight of 11 kg (24 lb). It is attached to the bottom of the last cabinet of the array.

d&b audiotechnik Z5774 XSL Compression frame equipped with
2x Locking pins front, Two Locking pins (Type C: 9 x 30 mm) are provided to attach the compression frame to the front rigging strands of the bottom cabinet
1x Compression pickpoint, at the center rear, a dedicated pickpoint is provided to accept the Compression frame master link or the hook of a chain hoist. It comprises an O-ring and a dedicated 3.25 t shackle
1x Splay link slot, a corresponding slot accepts the Splay link of the bottom cabinet which is fixed and secured using the two Locking pins (Type B: 9 x 40 mm).