All items tagged with spatial audio (259)
Audioscenic and Tectonic Audio Labs to Demonstrate Spatial Audio Reproduction Reference Design at AES AVAR 2022
August 11, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Audioscenic and Tectonic Audio Labs to Demonstrate Spatial Audio Reproduction Reference Design at AES AVAR 2022

Audioscenic Limited, the British 3D Audio technology startup and Tectonic Audio Labs have joined forces once again to introduce the new Virtua Spatial Audio hardware development kit (HDK) at AVAR 2022. This is Audio Engineering Society’s fourth International Conference on Audio for Virtual and Augmented Reality and will be held at Digipen Institute of Technology in Redmond, Washington, USA on August 15–17, 2022.
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Qobuz Commissions New Exclusive Music Tracks Mixed in THX Spatial Audio
August 11, 2022 by Joao Martins

Qobuz Commissions New Exclusive Music Tracks Mixed in THX Spatial Audio

Qobuz, the Hi-Res streaming and download platform is releasing new, exclusive-to-Qobuz, 24-bit tracks mixed in THX Spatial Audio. Songs from Circuit Des Yeux, Anat Cohen, and Dinosaur Jr. are now available to anyone listening from a device of their choice over any headphones. THX Spatial Audio uses MPEG-H mixing tools and advanced signal processing to transform conventional stereo audio into unique listening experiences. THX describes it as "out of the head" sound, simulating a recording studio or an authentic acoustic environment.
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AES International Conference on Audio for Virtual and Augmented Reality
July 29, 2022 by Audio Engineering_Society

AES International Conference on Audio for Virtual and Augmented Reality

The Audio Engineering Society is promoting a new conference on Audio for Virtual and Augmented Reality (AVAR) to be held August 15–17 at the DigiPen Institute of Technology in Redmond, WA. The fourth AES International AVAR Conference will feature keynotes from Sennheiser, Brandenburg Labs and Hear XR, as well as presentations from leading researchers and industry experts. Among many topics, the comprehensive program will explore spatial audio, 3D sound field navigation, room acoustics synthesis and best practices for VR/AR production.
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Spatial Audio Comes to Podcasting
July 28, 2022 by Brad Grimes

Spatial Audio Comes to Podcasting

Podcasting and Spatial Audio are a natural combination. These two great sound experiences are about to sound great together. With the listening public drawn to both spoken word podcasts and immersive music, audio professionals say the next big thing is spatial audio podcasts — storytelling engineered to place the listener right in the middle of things.
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Dirac Spatial Audio Powers All-New NuraTrue Pro Wireless Earbuds
July 27, 2022 by Joao Martins

Dirac Spatial Audio Powers All-New NuraTrue Pro Wireless Earbuds

Swedish digital audio processing pioneer Dirac and Australian headphone company Nura announced a collaboration on the upcoming NuraTrue Pro wireless earbuds, featuring Dirac Virtuo spatial audio. The latest earbuds from Nura mark the first collaboration between the two companies and demonstrate Dirac’s growing leadership position in the headphone market – after establishing its technology in the automotive, home theater, and mobile markets. The NuraTrue Pro earbuds are now fully funded on Kickstarter.
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Dirac and ASUS Push the Boundaries of Mobile Sound in the New ASUS ROG Phone 6
July 13, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Dirac and ASUS Push the Boundaries of Mobile Sound in the New ASUS ROG Phone 6

Swedish digital audio processing specialist Dirac and ASUS, the manufacturer of electronics, computers and mobile phones confirmed a collaboration on the new Republic of Gamers (ROG) Phone 6 series of gaming-oriented smartphones. These new models from the specialty brand - intended to establish a new standard in mobile audio - feature improved sound technology and Dirac Virtuo spatial audio to fully immerse gamers in the heart of the action.
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Fraunhofer Cingo Immersive Listening Now Available in Audio Weaver
July 11, 2022 by Joao Martins

Fraunhofer Cingo Immersive Listening Now Available in Audio Weaver

DSP Concepts announced that its Audio Weaver development platform for audio products now also offers access to the Fraunhofer Cingo family of immersive processing tools. The agreement with Fraunhofer IIS allows audio product developers to enhance headphones, earbuds and speakers with binaural audio processing for immersive 3D sound with head tracking, as well as enhance existing stereo content, including loudness optimization and equalization. Cingo supports all channel-based formats and direct rendering of audio objects with associated position metadata, which can be transmitted as MPEG-H Audio.
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IK Multimedia Promotes iLoud MTM Immersive Speaker Bundle for Dolby Atmos Configurations
June 23, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

IK Multimedia Promotes iLoud MTM Immersive Speaker Bundle for Dolby Atmos Configurations

Setting up an immersive monitor system in a home studio is now not only possible but also more affordable and reliable. IK Multimedia announce enhanced support for immersive audio, including Dolby Atmos systems based on a multi-unit bundle of its iLoud MTM active monitors, which offer versatile mounting options and a symmetric design. The bundle includes 11 speakers, a measurement microphone, ARC calibration software, and setup guide for easier installation.
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Voyage Audio Announces Spatial Mic Dante-Based 360 Ambisonic Microphone
June 1, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Voyage Audio Announces Spatial Mic Dante-Based 360 Ambisonic Microphone

Voyage Audio announced Spatial Mic Dante, a hybrid analog-digital 2nd order ambisonic microphone featuring unmatched control and versatility. Building on the success of Voyage Audio’s first product, the Spatial Mic USB, this completely new microphone provides a premium rugged design with a locking Neutrik etherCON. Spatial Mic Dante captures an entire soundfield with 8 capsules, while providing output flexibility for critical recording and live broadcast using built-in Dante audio networking and remote configuration.
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NAT Spatial Audio Technology Software Available Through Plugivery Distribution
May 31, 2022 by Joao Martins

NAT Spatial Audio Technology Software Available Through Plugivery Distribution

German company New Audio Technology (NAT) and Plugivery Distribution, have announced a collaboration to make NAT's Spatial Audio Technology products available to sound designers, musicians, producers, and mixing engineers worldwide. With musicians highly invested in mixing to immersive audio formats, NAT's Spatial Audio Designer plug-ins are an affordable range of audio tools for creating and monitoring any surround or spatial audio format with speakers or regular headphones.
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