Powersoft and Audinate have announced that they have entered into a licensing agreement to incorporate Dante media networking into Powersoft power amplifier products.
Powersoft produces lightweight, high power, single-rack space, energy efficient amplifiers. Dante is built on IT standards, delivering low-latency, tightly synchronized,sample-accurate playback.
“Our plan is to build new products for the newest generation of our Install and Touring rack amplifiers.” says Luca Giorgi, pro audio BU manager for Powersoft. “Powersoft’s first compatible products integrating Dante will be the new Ottocanali Series.
“Recently launched in its basic version, it will be available in a networkable version this fall. We rely on the new developments planned by Audinate for integrating an AVB stack to have a Dante/AVB solution in the medium term.”
Giorgi adds, “We are also looking at Audinate’s Ultimo Dante chip as an answer for our OEM power modules, which are sold through partners.”
“Powersoft is one of the fastest growing amplifier manufacturers in the professional audio market”, states Lee Ellison, CEO of Audinate. “Powersoft’s advanced DSP technology and management software, combined with Dante high performance digital media networking solution, will create a series of innovative networked products.”
