Theatrical Sound Designers and Composers Association

Roundtable Series Description: Spacemap Go can control any loudspeaker layout. A Spacemap is a visual abstraction of a loudspeaker design. When designing immersive sound systems, the laws of physics still apply. This roundtable series will cover sound system design fundamentals for immersive audio systems for simple and robust Spacemap control. We will end each session with an open discussion with Meyer Sound Technical Services staff.

Roundtable 1 Wednesday, January 13th, 9 am PST
Sound System Design for Immersive Audio: The Basics
Presenter: Bob McCarthy, Director of System Optimization

Session 1 will introduce a repeatable and scalable design method for immersive sound systems. We will begin our discussion by designing a stereo system and expand the design concept to a fully immersive room. Our discussion will introduce the design principles for the various loudspeaker layouts (stereo, LCR, multi-frontal, lateral surround, overhead surround, and low frequency (LF)).

Roundtable 2 Wednesday, January 20th, 9 am PST
Sound System Design for Spacemap Go: Designing for Different Rooms
Presenter: Bob McCarthy, Director of System Optimization

This roundtable will cover the fundamentals of sound system design for immersive audio. Session 2 will apply the Spacemap Go system design method to real-world room shapes (rectangular, in-the-round, fan-shaped room).

Roundtable 3 Wednesday, January 27th, 9 am PST
Sound System Design for Spacemap Go: Designing Practically for Different Rooms
Presenter: Bob McCarthy, Director of System Optimization

This session will continue to expand on the Spacemap Go system design concepts using real-world room shapes (raked seating, balcony, multi balcony, large fan-shaped balcony) Now, more than ever, sound systems need to be designed for practical use and budgets. We will conclude our session by discussing where to make sensible design decisions that work within budgets, timelines, and physical room limitations.