Presenters:
David Haydon, TiMax & Outboard
Robin Whittaker, TiMax & Outboard
Explanation and simple demonstrations of spatial masking/unmasking and precedence, showing how real-time control of source-oriented delays in theatrical sound systems is essential for intelligibility, impact, and audience immersion. Dynamic delay-matrix processing hardware and its object-based control software will be explored, revealing how readily they can achieve transparent vocal mic amplification and realistic immersive sound effects for all audience members.