313 De-Feedback & Source Intelligence Comparison and more

Show 313: Thinking Out Loud w/Friends of SoundBroker ZoomCast Show: Please join me today on the panel with Devon Sheets to discuss the new Mac version of De-Feedback and the comparison of Source Intelligence from the L-Acoustics. I want to thank the following for appearing on the panel today and make this meeting such an enjoyable learning experience: Bruce Fallis, Chris Cecil, Chris DiCorpo, Chris Nelson, Chris Russo, Curt Hare, David Dansky, David Elliott, Denis Canuck, Derek Miller, Devin Sheets, Duane Sheets, Fred Domenigoni, Gregory Baker, Gregory Woloszyn, Javi, John Lackner, Jorge Arronte, Ken Newman, Ken Porter, Marty Atias, Metalmax, Riley Arbuckle, Rob Robbins, Steve Gill, Tony Villarreal, Wayne Pierce Discussed during this meeting: D-Feedback and comparing it to L-Acoustics' new Source Intelligence product. Devin discussed the development of D-Feedback version 2, which will include more aggressive denoise capabilities, zero-latency blind de-echo functionality, and potential higher latency modes for better performance. The group extensively discussed the Mac version of D-Feedback, with Devin noting that while the AU format works well with 8 instances on a Mac Mini M4, it's still considered beta due to occasional sample drops. The conversation covered L-Acoustics' Source Intelligence, which requires L-Acoustics amplifiers and has a subscription model, limiting its utility for engineers working with different speaker systems. Devin also announced plans for a new surround up-mixing plugin called Easy UpMix that will convert stereo content to multi-channel output at zero latency, though specific parameters and compatibility details were not finalized. The meeting included discussions about various use cases for D-Feedback, including broadcast applications, intercom systems, and home recording scenarios, with several participants sharing positive experiences using the plugin in different environments.Gregory presented a report on AI data centers being built in Dubai and Saudi Arabia, highlighting concerns about submarine data cables in the region that could be damaged, potentially affecting 20% of global AI compute power.Jorge reported successful testing of option 2 on an Intel Mac 2020 with four running instances over three days with zero drops, connected via USB to a DM3 with less than 5ms latency. Devin shared his experience running eight instances on a Mac Mini M4 over Dante with 6ms round trip latency, noting the affordability of the Mac Mini at $800 compared to other options. The discussion concluded with Ken raising questions about L-Acoustics' Source Intelligence feature, which requires specific networked amplifiers and is tied to L-Acoustics systems, making it expensive to implement.---Stop guessing and start growing. Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on mastering the professional life—with more laughs than a comedy club.Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of industry knowledge; it’s also an opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Stay updated on life and world events, share your thoughts, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. -JOIN US LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY:- 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM EasternHow to Assist:Offer your support by giving us a Like, opinions in the comments on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube and remember to share the show with your industry friends.