Dante Connect
Cloud-based broadcast production from anywhere to anywhere
Audio production enters the cloud
Dante Connect allows broadcasters to save money and resources by enabling centralized audio production in the cloud utilizing readily available, reliable Dante-enabled AV-over-IP devices on the ground.
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In this example, the production team required the flexibility to mix the event from a remote gallery as well as have event commentators working both onsite and remotely from their homes. Dante Connect enables commentators onsite at the event to use Dante-enabled hardware, in this case the Glensound Minferno/3, to send audio to cloud-based mixers. This commentator has full integration into the intercom system with mix-minus ensuring a professional production.
The mix desk in the cloud is operated remotely by audio engineers using SSL System T from an offsite location with a hardware fader tile, that can be located anywhere in the world. Additionally, a commentator who is working from home using their browser can provide voiceover using the web-based Remote Contribution client without any special network or hardware requirements. Any Dante-enabled audio hardware can be used within this cloud-based workflow, supported by Dante Connect.
Case Study
Sports broadcaster revolutionizes broadcast production with Audinate’s Dante Connect
Sports broadcaster adopts Dante Connect for reliable, low latency cloud-based audio transport for live event mixing and production.
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Interactive exhibits utilize Dante Connect
A popular tourist destination from a global entertainment brand was recently challenged to create an elaborate new interactive exhibit. This destination is a 12,000 square meter attraction, visitor center and communal space chose Dante Connect as an integral part of their interactive project.
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Decouple audio from video signals
Free yourself from the restrictions of transmitting audio coupled or muxed with video streams. Dante Connect enables the discrete transmission of all audio content to the cloud for mixing and downstream production.
Build it up and tear it down quickly
Scripted automation enables broadcasters to stand up an instance of Dante Connect in the cloud within minutes. This enables teams to use on-premise hardware and control rooms more efficiently, streamlining configurations and removing unproductive downtimes.
Reliable and flexible
Built using reliable, known technology, Dante Connect consists of Dante Domain Manager with virtual soundcards and gateways that allow for higher latencies to support signal transmission and production anywhere in the cloud.
Worldwide distribution
Not limited to a single cloud instance, audio can be distributed around the globe for use in multiple tools and locations to address different audiences, languages, and needs.
Remote audio contribution & monitoring
Enable remote flexibility for your commentators and producers to utilize optional low-bandwidth remote contribution and monitoring of audio in cases where native Dante audio streams are not optimal. Commentators and producers can provide and review audio content from anywhere with only a web browser.
Modern cloud support
Dante Connect is tested and validated with modern cloud technologies including AWS Direct Connect for reliable ground-to-cloud audio transport. Cloud technology validation is ongoing for additional partner cloud technology adoption.
Leading-edge technology integration
Partnered with leading technology companies, Dante Connect is integrated with cloud-based audio broadcast production technologies from Waves, Solid State Logic, Sienna, LAMA and more.
Event based licensing
With event-based licensing, Dante Connect allows broadcasters to spin up cloud instances as needed, enabling better cost management and accounting by production teams.
Platform Deployment Flexibility
Dante Connect supports deployment on multiple cloud providers. AWS and Google Cloud are natively supported as hosts for successful Dante Connect deployment. Our integration partners have also successfully deployed into other systems, including dark fiber. Contact any of our selected resellers to discuss how we can bring your project to life.
Expanding the Cloud Production Ecosystem
We are actively working with developers to expand the use of Dante with cloud-based production tools.
If you have an existing cloud-based audio production tool, or are working to bring new tools for use in cloud-based production workflows, you can enable your application to send and receive Dante audio.
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Get in touch with a Dante Connect reseller and learn how Dante Connect can take your broadcast capabilities to the next level.
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