miniDSP Tide16 – 16-channel AV processor with DSP

miniDSP is introducing an immersive AV-DSP device based on a quad-core ARM processor. The product is suitable for home theaters, professional studios and audiophile systems.

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The new model supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X and includes a complete set of Dirac Research room correction tools. Dirac Live (RC), Bass Control (BC) and Active Room Treatment (ART) licenses are included at no extra cost. The product decodes up to 16 channels from HDMI, depending on speaker layout and Atmos/DTS:X content. Three HDMI inputs are provided, along with eARC (enhanced Audio Return Channel) for sources played through an eARC-compatible television.

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The processor has many stereo inputs, including USB ports, RCA and XLR analog inputs, Bluetooth with LDAC and APTX HD, and four coaxial/optical S/PDIF digital inputs. Tide16 specifications state a low noise and distortion level of 127 dB and THD+N of -118 dB (0.0001%). A color OLED display (1080p) and IR remote control are included. Configuration and control are also available through the web interface and miniDSP Device Console (DC).

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The standard miniDSP Tide16 package will be available for $3500.