Voyage Audio VA-SAM-1-D Spatial Mic Dante - Immersive Microphone Kit
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Description
Spatial Mic lets you focus on recording immersive audio for VR, ATMOS, spatial music, concert recording, live broadcasts and much more. Want to use it in traditional stereo session? No Problem – the included software makes it easy to decode to stereo and aim virtual mics around the soundfield. No need for expensive multi-microphone or preamp setups – just plug-in and record with either Dante audio networking or USB/ADAT models.
Click here for a look at Spatial Mic Dante in use on Fox Sports' Big Noon Kickoff.
Features:
- Dante audio network interface up to 32-bit / 192 kHz
- AES67 mode up to 32-bit / 48 kHz
- Configurable output for surround, ambiX and virtual mics
- Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
- Cirrus Logic ADC and THAT Corp analog front end
- MicNet Control app for remote configuration
What's In The Box:
- Spatial Mic Dante
- ¼-20 to ⅝ mini swivel ball hard-mount
- Foam windscreen
- For Download:
- Spatial Mic Converter VST3® plugin (macOS / Windows), AU (Audio Unit for macOS) and AAX (macOS / Windows)
- MicNet Control app (macOS / Windows)
- User Manual
360º Creativity
From studio to field, live concerts and the latest XR applications, your next adventure begins with Spatial Mic.
Future Proof Immersive Production
Record audio for evolving formats in VR/AR and leverage Dante audio networking to create 6 Degree Of Freedom experiences with multiple Spatial Mics.
Portability Redefined
Low noise and high SPL handling with single wire connectivity provides the freedom to leave bulky gear at home — even in the most demanding environments.
Critical Recording Flexibility
Spatial Mic transforms audio capture in the recording studio with unmatched control, versatility, quality and unique connectivity options to compliment your setup.
Broadcast / Live Concerts
Capture or live stream mono, stereo or multichannel audio feeds for sporting events, concerts, television, YouTube 360, Facebook 360 and more.
Expand Your Vision
Open new markets for your business and deliver content to Dolby Atmos, ambisonics or explore the sound field in mono, stereo X/Y, Blumlein or any format you would normally use for your production.
Test / Measurement
Use Spatial Mic to record and playback Impulse Responses in an acoustic space, view hotspots and sound reflections or explore new ways to interact with sound.
Designed For Innovative Recording
Spatial Mic is crafted to bring your recordings to life in the most realistic way possible. More than simply a microphone – analog and digital electronics work together with software components to create incredibly engaging audio.
8 Capsule Spatial Audio Capture
High spatial resolution made possible with 8 analog capsules for 2nd Order Ambisonics.
High Performance Audio Design
Professional grade analog to digital conversion, high resolution Skyworks clocking scheme and built-in 32-bit XMOS Processor.
Individual Calibration
Each microphone is individually calibrated prior to shipping for quick recording with a balanced array.
Complete Soundfield Control
The Spatial Mic Converter plugin (AAX, Audio Unit or VST3) transforms the raw unprocessed audio signals from Spatial Mic USB and Dante to a number of different formats suitable for any type of audio production and opens advanced features like the ability to aim virtual mics in 360º.
Output Options
Spatial Mic in Anechoic ChamberSpatial Mic employs the concept of Ambisonics to transform the raw signals from the capsule array to a format suitable for audio production.
The included software takes the guesswork out of this, letting you concentrate on your recordings. It’s as simple as setting the output to your desired format – mono, stereo, surround sound or even Ambisonics! Ambisonics enables audio reproduction on any number of speakers in varying configurations. To accomplish this, Spatial Mic Converter uses an internal 64-channel filter matrix and measurements from an anechoic chamber.
MicNet Control App
MicNet Control provides remote control of the analog stage and internal DSP processing of Spatial Mic Dante. Computers on the Dante network running MicNet Control can change the parameters of any microphone on the network.
MicNet Control can change the audio output format which is accomplished in the microphone itself via DSP. Output options include unprocessed (for Spatial Mic Converter Plugin), 1st order ambisonics, surround feeds and virtual mic mono or stereo pairs. These additional options beyond unprocessed audio open up many applications for live performance and broadcast when low latency audio feeds are needed.
| Output Channels | Up to 8 channels streaming over standard IP network |
| Output mode streaming over network | Unprocessed ( 8 channels), 5.1 surround (6 channels), 5.1.2 surround (8 channels), 7.1 surround (8 channels), virtual mic pattern decode (2 channels). |
| Output Connector | NE8FBH-C5 locking etherCON compatible, also compatible with standard RJ45 connectors |
| Digital performance over Dante network | 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz (-4% / -0.1% / +0.1% / +4.167%) up to 32-bit AES67 mode at 48 kHz / 32-bit |
| DSP | 32-bit XMOS with 16 real-time logical cores |
| DSP Modes | Unprocessed up to 192 kHz, all other decoding modes up to 48 kHz |
| Clock source | internal or from Dante network primary |
| ADC | 114-dB per channel at 24-bits |
| Power | 48V PoE complies with IEEE 802.3af PoE Class 0 power sourcing equipment that uses Alternative A or Alternative B options |
| Power consumption | 4.8W max |
| Thermal | Operates at up to an ambient temperature of 45 degrees Celcius |
| Spatial Mic Converter plugin DSP filter type | 64-element output filter matrix Individual calibration stored in each Mic for balanced array |
| Capsule Array | |
| Capsule Type | 14mm Prepolarized Condenser |
| SNR | 78dB-A at 1 kHz |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz |
| Max SPL | 136dB @1kHz |
| Array | 8 transducers |
| Mechanical | |
| Construction | Aluminum / Nylon |
| Spatial Mic Dante Dimensions | Height: 7.65 in (19.4cm) Diameter: 2.25 in (5.7cm) |
| Weight (Mic only) | 0.86lbs |
| System Requirements | |
| Host computer running Dante Controller for signal routing | Host computer running MicNet Control app for device control (device can be used without MicNet Control and will recall the last saved settings upon power up) |
| Power | PoE switch or injector supporting IEEE 802.3af |
| Ethernet | Managed Gigabit (1000 Mbps) or higher rated switches recommended |
| Software Requirements | |
| DAW Host | DAW supporting multi-channel audio tracks like Reaper, Pro Tools Ultimate or Nuendo for Spatial Mic Converter Plugin Spatial Mic Converter plugin, MicNet Control and Spatial Mic Control app have been tested to work on macOS 10.11 and higher or Windows 10. Plugin and Control apps are available for download to test system. |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Array Ordering | Looking at Spatial Mic from the front, as indicated by the logo, Capsule 1 is on the lower right (Roman numeral ÔIÕ). Capsule 5 is on the top ring of the capsule array and inline with mic knob. The bottom ring contains capsule 1-4 and the top ring contains capsule 5-8. |
Spatial Mic lets you focus on recording immersive audio for VR, ATMOS, spatial music, concert recording, live broadcasts and much more. Want to use it in traditional stereo session? No Problem – the included software makes it easy to decode to stereo and aim virtual mics around the soundfield. No need for expensive multi-microphone or preamp setups – just plug-in and record with either Dante audio networking or USB/ADAT models.
Click here for a look at Spatial Mic Dante in use on Fox Sports' Big Noon Kickoff.
Features:
- Dante audio network interface up to 32-bit / 192 kHz
- AES67 mode up to 32-bit / 48 kHz
- Configurable output for surround, ambiX and virtual mics
- Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
- Cirrus Logic ADC and THAT Corp analog front end
- MicNet Control app for remote configuration
What's In The Box:
- Spatial Mic Dante
- ¼-20 to ⅝ mini swivel ball hard-mount
- Foam windscreen
- For Download:
- Spatial Mic Converter VST3® plugin (macOS / Windows), AU (Audio Unit for macOS) and AAX (macOS / Windows)
- MicNet Control app (macOS / Windows)
- User Manual
360º Creativity
From studio to field, live concerts and the latest XR applications, your next adventure begins with Spatial Mic.
Future Proof Immersive Production
Record audio for evolving formats in VR/AR and leverage Dante audio networking to create 6 Degree Of Freedom experiences with multiple Spatial Mics.
Portability Redefined
Low noise and high SPL handling with single wire connectivity provides the freedom to leave bulky gear at home — even in the most demanding environments.
Critical Recording Flexibility
Spatial Mic transforms audio capture in the recording studio with unmatched control, versatility, quality and unique connectivity options to compliment your setup.
Broadcast / Live Concerts
Capture or live stream mono, stereo or multichannel audio feeds for sporting events, concerts, television, YouTube 360, Facebook 360 and more.
Expand Your Vision
Open new markets for your business and deliver content to Dolby Atmos, ambisonics or explore the sound field in mono, stereo X/Y, Blumlein or any format you would normally use for your production.
Test / Measurement
Use Spatial Mic to record and playback Impulse Responses in an acoustic space, view hotspots and sound reflections or explore new ways to interact with sound.
Designed For Innovative Recording
Spatial Mic is crafted to bring your recordings to life in the most realistic way possible. More than simply a microphone – analog and digital electronics work together with software components to create incredibly engaging audio.
8 Capsule Spatial Audio Capture
High spatial resolution made possible with 8 analog capsules for 2nd Order Ambisonics.
High Performance Audio Design
Professional grade analog to digital conversion, high resolution Skyworks clocking scheme and built-in 32-bit XMOS Processor.
Individual Calibration
Each microphone is individually calibrated prior to shipping for quick recording with a balanced array.
Complete Soundfield Control
The Spatial Mic Converter plugin (AAX, Audio Unit or VST3) transforms the raw unprocessed audio signals from Spatial Mic USB and Dante to a number of different formats suitable for any type of audio production and opens advanced features like the ability to aim virtual mics in 360º.
Output Options
Spatial Mic in Anechoic ChamberSpatial Mic employs the concept of Ambisonics to transform the raw signals from the capsule array to a format suitable for audio production.
The included software takes the guesswork out of this, letting you concentrate on your recordings. It’s as simple as setting the output to your desired format – mono, stereo, surround sound or even Ambisonics! Ambisonics enables audio reproduction on any number of speakers in varying configurations. To accomplish this, Spatial Mic Converter uses an internal 64-channel filter matrix and measurements from an anechoic chamber.
MicNet Control App
MicNet Control provides remote control of the analog stage and internal DSP processing of Spatial Mic Dante. Computers on the Dante network running MicNet Control can change the parameters of any microphone on the network.
MicNet Control can change the audio output format which is accomplished in the microphone itself via DSP. Output options include unprocessed (for Spatial Mic Converter Plugin), 1st order ambisonics, surround feeds and virtual mic mono or stereo pairs. These additional options beyond unprocessed audio open up many applications for live performance and broadcast when low latency audio feeds are needed.
| Output Channels | Up to 8 channels streaming over standard IP network |
| Output mode streaming over network | Unprocessed ( 8 channels), 5.1 surround (6 channels), 5.1.2 surround (8 channels), 7.1 surround (8 channels), virtual mic pattern decode (2 channels). |
| Output Connector | NE8FBH-C5 locking etherCON compatible, also compatible with standard RJ45 connectors |
| Digital performance over Dante network | 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz (-4% / -0.1% / +0.1% / +4.167%) up to 32-bit AES67 mode at 48 kHz / 32-bit |
| DSP | 32-bit XMOS with 16 real-time logical cores |
| DSP Modes | Unprocessed up to 192 kHz, all other decoding modes up to 48 kHz |
| Clock source | internal or from Dante network primary |
| ADC | 114-dB per channel at 24-bits |
| Power | 48V PoE complies with IEEE 802.3af PoE Class 0 power sourcing equipment that uses Alternative A or Alternative B options |
| Power consumption | 4.8W max |
| Thermal | Operates at up to an ambient temperature of 45 degrees Celcius |
| Spatial Mic Converter plugin DSP filter type | 64-element output filter matrix Individual calibration stored in each Mic for balanced array |
| Capsule Array | |
| Capsule Type | 14mm Prepolarized Condenser |
| SNR | 78dB-A at 1 kHz |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz |
| Max SPL | 136dB @1kHz |
| Array | 8 transducers |
| Mechanical | |
| Construction | Aluminum / Nylon |
| Spatial Mic Dante Dimensions | Height: 7.65 in (19.4cm) Diameter: 2.25 in (5.7cm) |
| Weight (Mic only) | 0.86lbs |
| System Requirements | |
| Host computer running Dante Controller for signal routing | Host computer running MicNet Control app for device control (device can be used without MicNet Control and will recall the last saved settings upon power up) |
| Power | PoE switch or injector supporting IEEE 802.3af |
| Ethernet | Managed Gigabit (1000 Mbps) or higher rated switches recommended |
| Software Requirements | |
| DAW Host | DAW supporting multi-channel audio tracks like Reaper, Pro Tools Ultimate or Nuendo for Spatial Mic Converter Plugin Spatial Mic Converter plugin, MicNet Control and Spatial Mic Control app have been tested to work on macOS 10.11 and higher or Windows 10. Plugin and Control apps are available for download to test system. |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Array Ordering | Looking at Spatial Mic from the front, as indicated by the logo, Capsule 1 is on the lower right (Roman numeral ÔIÕ). Capsule 5 is on the top ring of the capsule array and inline with mic knob. The bottom ring contains capsule 1-4 and the top ring contains capsule 5-8. |
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