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Friday, September 05, 2025
Meyer Sound Introduces GEN-1 Technology For Networked Loudspeakers
ProSoundWeb: Meyer Sound has announced the introduction of the Galileo Extended Networking platform, or GEN-1—a new technology that brings networked connectivity and onboard signal processing directly to the loudspeaker.
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Lucca
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I am very intrigued by the new GEN-1 network system. I think utilizing DSP directly in the speaker will definitely take a more streamline approach especially for designing larger sound systems for concerts and shows. This is more similar to how the DSP systems work in home stereo systems or more commonly studio monitors, By having the DSP built into the speaker rather than an outboard DSP it allows for less cabling and is easier to fix say something goes wrong. I am curious to learn more about how they turn the DSP for a live stage event. I wonder if they take multiple measurements throughout the venue and use a fast fourier transform to make an average eq curve so that no matter where you are you have more or less a flat response, which is definitely tricky when outdoors but can be much more controlled in an enclosed theater. As mentioned this is a big step for Myer sound, a huge company that has revolutionized the live sound scene. Very interesting TECH!
Super interesting read! While it may not be a generational upgrade, developments like Meyer Sound’s GEN platform highlight just how quickly networked audio is evolving. These sorts of refinements are becoming more and more common, and honestly, it’s getting harder to keep up. What really stands out is the focus on streamlining. Networked audio was already simple compared to traditional setups, but improvements like GEN represent major steps forward. They not only make systems faster and easier to set up, but also far more flexible to move, reconfigure, and transfer between spaces. That kind of adaptability makes professional-grade audio more readily available for a wide range of venues and applications. With the limitations of XLR and Speakon connections essentially becoming non-existent, Meyer’s innovations feel like they’re pushing the industry into a new era. As someone about to enter the world of live sound, it’s inspiring to see this technology emerging.
This technology is an exciting step forward for the sound industry. I can especially see something like this being helpful for found space theatre and touring theatre. For found spaces the only theatrical equipment you have is what you bring with you. Being able to have speakers work standalone with this technology would make load-in much easier. Rather than needing to bring a DSP to the site, the speakers would work as their own DSP. For touring I think that the applications of this technology are twofold. Currently tours primarily rely on the audio setup of the venue that they are visiting, after all that setup is designed with the acoustics of the venue in mind. This equipment could easily be added by the tour as problems arise with the current sound system. I think that the other way this equipment would be helpful is for monitors. The networked nature of this technology means that an audio engineer can place monitors wherever works best so long as they can reach the network without having to worry about existing hookups for monitors.
3 comments:
I am very intrigued by the new GEN-1 network system. I think utilizing DSP directly in the speaker will definitely take a more streamline approach especially for designing larger sound systems for concerts and shows. This is more similar to how the DSP systems work in home stereo systems or more commonly studio monitors, By having the DSP built into the speaker rather than an outboard DSP it allows for less cabling and is easier to fix say something goes wrong. I am curious to learn more about how they turn the DSP for a live stage event. I wonder if they take multiple measurements throughout the venue and use a fast fourier transform to make an average eq curve so that no matter where you are you have more or less a flat response, which is definitely tricky when outdoors but can be much more controlled in an enclosed theater. As mentioned this is a big step for Myer sound, a huge company that has revolutionized the live sound scene. Very interesting TECH!
Super interesting read! While it may not be a generational upgrade, developments like Meyer Sound’s GEN platform highlight just how quickly networked audio is evolving. These sorts of refinements are becoming more and more common, and honestly, it’s getting harder to keep up. What really stands out is the focus on streamlining. Networked audio was already simple compared to traditional setups, but improvements like GEN represent major steps forward. They not only make systems faster and easier to set up, but also far more flexible to move, reconfigure, and transfer between spaces. That kind of adaptability makes professional-grade audio more readily available for a wide range of venues and applications. With the limitations of XLR and Speakon connections essentially becoming non-existent, Meyer’s innovations feel like they’re pushing the industry into a new era. As someone about to enter the world of live sound, it’s inspiring to see this technology emerging.
This technology is an exciting step forward for the sound industry. I can especially see something like this being helpful for found space theatre and touring theatre. For found spaces the only theatrical equipment you have is what you bring with you. Being able to have speakers work standalone with this technology would make load-in much easier. Rather than needing to bring a DSP to the site, the speakers would work as their own DSP. For touring I think that the applications of this technology are twofold. Currently tours primarily rely on the audio setup of the venue that they are visiting, after all that setup is designed with the acoustics of the venue in mind. This equipment could easily be added by the tour as problems arise with the current sound system. I think that the other way this equipment would be helpful is for monitors. The networked nature of this technology means that an audio engineer can place monitors wherever works best so long as they can reach the network without having to worry about existing hookups for monitors.
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