Leipzig, Germany, 29 Tuesday August 2023: DHD audio (www.dhd-audio.com) has chosen IBC 2023 as the venue for the introduction of a high capacity quad-core version of its established XD3 IP Core. Scheduled for introduction on DHD stand 8.B73, the quad-core-equipped XD3 IP Core is designed for use with mixing systems incorporating up to 96 stereo audio faders in broadcast studio environments, plus 10,240 x 12,288 channel routing.
For the newly added quad core CPU XD3, DHD has teamed up with Thimeo Audio to bring the latter’s renowned Stereo Tool audio processing software as an integrated option right into the system. Already in use by over 3,000 broadcast stations around the world and thousands of streaming stations, Stereo Tool incorporates a wide range of production tools. These include the ability to repair audio distortion, hum remover, dynamics filters and enhancers and audio processing.
Cores form the heart of every DHD system by processing all the audio as well as connecting control surfaces. They also perform input/output routing and interfacing with the outside world. IP audio feeds as well as IP-connected remote device control can be closely integrated. Automated workflows and product virtualisation are also supported. XD3 IP Core connectivity options available include Audinate Dante, AES67/RAVENNA, AES3/EBU, Gigabit Audio, APC, MADI and analogue. XD3 IP Core processors can be operated individually or as a fully synchronous main and standby pair including seamless switching between power sources.
XD3 Quad Core is capable of running Stereo Tool as a fully integrated stereo HD audio processor controlled via DHD Web Apps. This enables customers to play out directly from their XD3 core, without the need for external audio processing.
Stereo Tool is included as a demo version within DHD’s latest-generation Version 10.2 firmware which is also being introduced at IBC 2023. Licenses are then sold separately by Thimeo Audio.
