AMBEO® for Binaural AMBEO How it works: for Binaural Normal stereo audio is limited to two dimensions: only left and right inside the head of the listener. Binaural audio breaks this barrier by allowing sounds to be placed anywhere in front, behind, above, or below the listener in three dimensions, while still using only a stereo signal to carry the audio. Technically speaking, binaural audio is a stereo that has been treated with the same temporal and spatial acoustic properties that, in the 3D audio can be created in diverse ways. real world, allow us to hear sounds all around us, in three dimensions. These The right recording technique is defined acoustic properties are simulated with Head Related Transfer Function Filters, by the desired playback device. Of the or HRTFs, which render a virtual 3D surround experience over . several immersive audio techniques that Binaural recording is a method to create binaural audio by recording sounds Sennheiser is offering solution for, AMBEO in real life. It uses two , to create a natural sensation as if you for binaural is the most appropriate and were actually in the room where the sound is being produced. It is an easy convenient solution to deliver 3D content and effective technique for creating immersive audio content for playback to mobile platforms and headphones. over headphones. Introducing AMBEO, Immersive Audio by Sennheiser

AMBEO is Sennheiser’s program and sub-brand for immersive audio, which covers immersive audio products and technologies for the entire audio signal chain, from capture to mixing and processing to reproduction.

AMBEO products are designed to deliver immersive sound experiences with an incredibly high emotional impact. Differing from stereo audio or even 5.1 or 7.1 formats, AMBEO experiences include height to create an “as if you were there” feeling. This leap into sound immersion has been compared to the switch from mono to stereo that happened in the last century. AMBEO immersive audio yields such plausible experiences that it is set to eliminate the boundaries between reality and reproduction, and between real and artificial sound sources. By revealing its strategic focus on immersive audio from very early on, Sennheiser has invited users and technology partners around the globe to share their ideas, feedback and requirements in the design of the company’s 3D audio solutions, thus shaping the future In all its forms, AMBEO delivers immersive audio content not only of audio together with Sennheiser. surrounding the listener, but also above and below, creating AMBEO sets standards in immersive audio, creating an “all around” experience. a totally new audio experience that will change music and sound forever. Thanks to Sennheiser’s broad audio expertise and product offering, application scenarios For more information about the binaural approach to immersive will range from music recording and playback to audio recording, visit the AMBEO for Headphones blueprint: gaming as well as sports broadcasting, live events sennheiser.com/ambeo-blueprints-headphones streaming and films. Recording Binaural Audio

AMBEO SMART HEADSET – Binaural Recording made easy, right from your iPhone AMBEO SMART HEADSET are headphones for iPhone with 3D audio recording capabilities, sound and the ability to tune in or tune out the sounds around you. Connect AMBEO SMART HEADSET directly to the Lightning port on your iPhone, listen to your music or videos with stunning quality – The earpieces are fitted with professional quality omnidirectional microphones for binaural recording that capture the sounds of your environment in 3D, just like your ears hear them. These microphones also enable the Transparent Hearing and Noise Cancellation features that allow you to blend the sounds of your surroundings with your music or tune them out. Use AMBEO SMART HEADSET to effortlessly add 3D immersive sound to the videos you create and share anytime on iPhone. Listen back to these recordings through any pair of headphones to experience 3D sound with lifelike depth and relive the feeling of the original experience. sennheiser.com/ambeosmartheadset

Neumann KU 100 – The Professional Way of Recording Binaural The KU 100 dummy head is a binaural stereo . It resembles the human head and has two microphone capsules built into the ears. When listening through high-quality headphones it gives the illusion of being right at the scene of the sound event. The binaurally recorded soundscape can be enhanced by the addition of spatially processed spot microphones. These spots are typically panned with a binaural panner, positioning them at a virtual position of choice. There’s no decoding required i.e. the binaural mix can be played over headphones without any additional processing for replay over headphones. The 3D audio image will not natively translate over . Learn how to record, mix and deliver AMBEO binaural sound by visiting our online guide at sennheiser.com/ambeo-blueprints-headphones Free download of AMBEO Orbit plugin at sennheiser.com/ambeo-orbit

AMBEO Binaural Panner Upgrade your binaural mixing workflow need a strong “out-of-head” perception, whereas other sources by pairing your Neumann KU 100 or AMBEO SMART HEADSET need as much clarity as possible, with this unique feature you with the newly released beta version of the AMBEO Binaural have full control. Panner. This plugin allows you to effectively position additional mono or stereo sources into the 3D sound field, avoiding The AMBEO Binaural Panner also offers a unique interface unwanted coloration of sound that can be caused by artificial for creating binaural room reflections, which allows users to “binauralization” of sources. drastically improve spatial accuracy in comparison to a reverb The patented clarity control lets you choose how much of the plugin. The AMBEO Binaural Panner is available in AAX, VST, binaural coloration is actually applied. Some sources might VST3 and AU format for both Mac and Windows. AMBEO Augmented Audio Developers’ Program

Augmented Audio is yet another natural home for binaural technologies. Sennheiser has packaged the AMBEO Smart Headset with software tools targeting mixed reality applications and audio interfaces. Think along the lines of gaming, navigation, meditation, conference calls or danger awareness. There are many possible applications.

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