Dante: 20 Years of Redefining AV Networking
For 20 years, we’ve moved the AV world forward, from pioneering networked audio to leading the shift to AVoIP. Our mission remains the same: make pro AV simpler, more secure, and ready for what’s next.
Aidan Williams
Dante changed how audio moves across networks—but how did it begin? In this interview, Audinate Co-Founder & CEO Aidan Williams unpacks the origins of Dante audio-over-IP technology, the challenges it solved, and how Dante became foundational to pro audio, broadcast, and live sound. Plus, a look at what’s next for networked AV.
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Chris Ware
Audinate Co-Founder & Senior VP of Product Development Chris Ware looks back on 20 years of Dante and how the technology has reshaped audio-over-IP for live sound, broadcast, and installed AV. From early skepticism about IP networks to today’s software-driven platforms and Dante AV, this conversation explores what made Dante an AV industry standard.
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How Time Flies
From plug-and-play audio networking to video, control, and cloud-based management, Dante has evolved with every major shift in AV. Today, it powers a more flexible, software-driven, and network-centric industry. Explore our 20-year journey in the downloadable timeline below.
Built to Last
Dante powers millions of devices from hundreds of manufacturers, enabling seamless interoperability. Our open ecosystem and commitment to reliability make Dante the foundation for future-ready AV systems worldwide.
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Dante-certified AV Professionals Globally
Short description: Since 2016, Dante Certification has become the global standard for AV networking, offering a clear path to mastering Dante and showcasing your expertise. And now with an all-new edition of Certification, professionals can stay up-to-date on cutting-edge networking and AVoIP expertise.
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Real Voices. Real Impact.
From system designers to engineers, AV professionals around the world rely on Dante every day.
"Dante is ahead of its time… I don’t know anybody now who doesn’t use Dante in their system designs."
AV System Designer
Working with the Dante-enabled SSL console is a game-changer for me. Its flexibility and ease of integration make managing even our most complex audio setups a breeze.
A1 Audio Engineer, AT&T Stadium