UPMIX
ENGINE

Revolutionizing audio
with seamless immersive upmixing.

Areal Upmix Engine
RISE upmixing

RISE upmixing

Realtime Immersive Stereo Expansion
LF warp

LF warp

Reshape the LF field for enhanced bass control and impact
Focusfield

Focusfield

Define and steer the immersive image
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FLEXIBLE I/O

Easy analog, Dante, MADI, AES integration and AVB*
multi-format support

MULTI-FORMAT SUPPORT

Consistent imaging across 5.1, 7.1, 7.1.4 and custom arrays
remote control

remote control

Freedom to control from any device

*milan certification pending

Audio performance

Parameter

Specification

Upmixing cores

2 (configurable as Quad, Hexa, Octa or Spatial, Di, or Quad)

Sample Rate

48 / 96 kHz (selectable)

Bit Depth

24-bit

Latency (DSP core)

< 9 ms (Analog in to Analog out)

Dynamic Range

> 118 dB (To be confirmed)

THD+N

< 0.002% @ 1 kHz (To be confirmed)

Channel Processing

4 in / up to 12 out

Inputs (Selectable Routing Matrix)

Parameter

Specification

Analog Balanced

4 Channels (D-SUB)

AES3

4 Channels (2 x XLR)

Dante™ (AES67 compatible)

4 Channels (EtherCON Redundant)

AVB (Milan certification pending)

4 Channels (EtherCON Redundant Shared with Dante)

MADI (optical or coaxial)

4 channels (BNC)

Word Clock

1 (BNC Shared with Madi, selectable)

Outputs (Assignable Routing Matrix)

Parameter

Specification

Analog Balanced

Up to 12 Channels (D-SUB)

AES3

Up to 12 Channels (6 x XLR)

Dante™

Up to 12 Channels (EtherCON Redundant)

AVB (Milan certification pending)

Up to 12 Channels (EtherCON Redundant Shared with Dante)

MADI

Up to 12 Channels (BNC)

Word Clock

1 (BNC Shared with Madi, selectable)

Processing & Control

Parameter

Specification

Rise Upmix Algorithm

Realtime Immersive Stereo Expansion

Presets

10 Default, 10 user-definable

Output Processing

Full matrix with per-channel delay, gain, polarity & parametric EQ

Remote Control

Web UI and OSC via Ethernet

Front Panel

TouchScreen + rotary encoder

Status LEDs

PSU 1, PSU2

Clocking & Sync

Word Clock In/Out (BNC)

AES/Dante/AVB/MADI sync

Internal / External (selectable)

Power & Mechanical

Parameter

Specification

Power Supply

Dual redundant internal PSU (100–240 VAC)

Power Consumption

< 28 W per PSU

Mounting

19” 1RU (standard)

Dimensions (W × D × H)

482 × 220 × 44 mm

Weight

~3.5 kg (7.72 lbs)

Operating Temp

0–45°C, fan-cooled

*Product images are for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product.

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Areal Upmix Engine

APPLICATIONS

LIVE SOUND
Events & touring

Shape your sound to match the event and music style, from intimate gigs to large scale tours. The upmix engine delivers real-time immersive audio with adjustable imaging, low latency, no unwanted artifacts or reverb. Compatible with any loudspeaker brand.

live sound
venues

Unlock the full potential of your immersive speaker setup with real-time upmixing. Deliver an impactful soundscape with a consistent coverage, without changing your existing installation or impacting the artist or engineer workflow.

CORPORATE 
Events

Transform stereo content and performances into engaging immersive experiences. Elevate your corporate events, product launches and fashion shows with a memorable audio presence.

Broadcast
 

Easily tailor immersive upmixing to fit any network or project requirement. Extensive routing options let you choose exactly what sources to upmix, ensuring dialogue clarity.

Areal Upmix Engine

RISE UPMIXING

Realtime Immersive Stereo Expansion

RISE transforms any stereo signal into an immersive experience in real time, without altering the original mix. It intelligently redistributes spectral elements across multiple channels, delivering a spatial image that surrounds the listener. No stems, no reverb, just pure stereo, expanded into an immersive environment.

LF WARP

Low Frequency imaging redefined

LF Warp reshapes the low-frequency field to create a more enveloping and physical bass experience. Much like sub arcing in large venues, it distributes low-end energy across multiple speakers for improved impact, consistency, and depth, without introducing delay or phase issues.

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FOCUSFIELD

Precision or presence… you choose

FocusField lets you steer the immersive image toward a central listening zone or spread it evenly across the room. Whether you’re mixing for a sweet spot or filling a wide audience area, the system adapts the spatial focus to match the intent of your playback environment.

Flexible I/O

Plug in, route, play

Upmix Engine integrates seamlessly into any workflow with support for Dante, MADI, AES, and analog I/O. Whether you’re working in a broadcast studio, a live venue, or a post-production suite, flexible input and output options ensure fast, frictionless integration into your existing setup.

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Multi-Format Support

Any layout. Any space.

From standard formats like 5.1, 7.1, and 7.1.4 to custom speaker arrays in live venues, Upmix Engine adapts to your speaker layout. Whether it’s a cinema setup, audio post-production, or a frontal live system, it delivers consistent imaging across any format or configuration.

remote control

Full access, anywhere

A built-in web interface gives you full control of the Upmix Engine from any connected device. Configure routing, speaker layouts, presets, and processing parameters with ease, no proprietary software required. It’s immersive audio, managed your way.

Areal is debuting at ISE 2026,
and you’re invited.

Join our experts at Booth CS646 in the Innovation Park to:

  • Experience SR1 for the first time
  • Learn how Upmix Engine is used on major stages