New Amplifier, Equipped with Dante Network Technology, Launched by AudioControl
The AV industry is abuzz with the latest development from AudioControl - the integration of Dante network connectivity into their Director Model M4800D multizone amplifier. This move is set to revolutionise audio distribution, offering unparalleled flexibility, scalability, and system management.
Steve Haas, AudioControl's director of product development, has explained the decision to incorporate Dante technology into their high-power amplifier lineup. Dante, a leading solution for high-quality, uncompressed audio transmission over standard IP networks, promises near-zero latency and seamless high-quality audio distribution across multiple zones or locations.
The M4800D, an 8x4 stereo matrix amplifier, extracts clarity and detail from any loudspeaker. By transmitting audio over standard IP networks, Dante eliminates the complexity and expense of traditional analog or digital audio cabling, enabling easier system expansion and centralised management.
The scalability and system expansion benefits of Dante are particularly evident in the M4800D. It allows multiple audio channels to be routed flexibly across devices and zones, supporting the addition of more audio sources or zones with minimal rewiring. This makes the M4800D an ideal choice for multizone amplifier setups.
Moreover, Dante's integration allows the M4800D to integrate seamlessly with legacy audio gear while leveraging network-based audio distribution. This means that existing investments in audio equipment can be protected, making the transition to Dante technology smoother and more cost-effective.
One of the standout features of the M4800D is its remote monitoring and control capabilities. Dante-enabled amplifiers can be monitored and controlled remotely, including volume adjustments and signal routing, facilitating easier system management, especially in complex multizone environments.
The widespread adoption of Dante means compatibility with many professional audio devices for live sound, broadcast, corporate, and education venues. This ensures that the M4800D works well in diverse applications, offering reliable and flexible professional connectivity.
Digital audio transmission over Dante maintains signal integrity over long distances, reducing the loss or interference common with analog cables. The M4800D is engineered into a compact 1U chassis, delivering AudioControl's known audio performance while utilising minimal rack space.
The DSP engine of the M4800D offers an expanding library of custom digital profiles for popular architectural loudspeakers, allowing for quick fine-tuning of each zone for ultimate performance. The M4800D also allows for the ability to bridge channels, providing versatility in system configuration.
In summary, the AudioControl Director Model M4800D represents the ultimate multi-zone solution for AV professionals. By modernising audio distribution, it enables scalable, high-fidelity, low-latency audio networking over standard IP infrastructure, simplifying installation and control while protecting investments in existing audio equipment.
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- In addition to revolutionizing audio distribution, the Dante technology integrated into AudioControl's Director Model M4800D multizone amplifier also offers a scalable data-and-cloud-computing solution, enabling easier system expansion, centralized management, and seamless integration with legacy audio gear.
- The M4800D not only maintains signal integrity over long distances through digital audio transmission, but it also features a DSP engine with an expanding library of digital profiles for optimized performance across various architectural loudspeakers, further enhancing its data-and-cloud-computing capabilities.
