Get ready to dive into a whole new world of audio monitoring! Neumann's RIME 1.5 update is here, and it's taking immersive audio to unprecedented heights.
The Reference Immersive Monitoring Environment plugin, tailored for Neumann's NDH headphone range, has evolved with a punchier bass, sharper dynamics, and the addition of 3D headtracking.
With RIME 1.5, Neumann has truly delivered on its promise of a reference-quality immersive experience. Producers and engineers can now monitor Dolby Atmos mixes and stereo balances with an unprecedented level of detail, akin to working in a high-end control room.
But here's where it gets controversial... Version 1.5 takes realism to a whole new level, enhancing precision and responsiveness for a more natural and controlled mixing journey.
RIME 1.5 introduces extended low-end response for all non-sub speakers, improved transient accuracy, and 3DOF headtracking, allowing users to move freely without compromising sound quality. Additionally, it supports 5.1 and 7.1.2 formats, offers a wider ambience parameter range, and provides loudness-matched bypassing for more confident A/B comparisons.
Jorma Marquardt, Product Manager at Neumann, explains the unique advantage of RIME: "As RIME is tailor-made for Neumann headphones, the perfect signal chain extends all the way to the user. Our NDH headphones are manufactured with extreme precision, and we know all their acoustic parameters. Using AMBEO algorithms, we've achieved true immersion with unmatched sonic consistency and precise 3D localisation."
Marquardt further emphasizes, "RIME is not just a simulation; it captures an optimal control room experience. With version 1.5, we've pushed the boundaries of realism and usability, making immersive monitoring more accessible and accurate than ever."
For those new to RIME, it combines AMBEO's virtual acoustics algorithms with Neumann's KU 100 binaural microphone capture, resulting in a strikingly lifelike 3D soundscape. Whether you're mixing in immersive formats like Dolby Atmos or simply checking stereo compatibility, RIME ensures your mix translates flawlessly across various playback systems.
RIME 1.5 is available now for $99.95 via authorized retailers and the Neumann Website. Existing RIME users can enjoy the update for free.
So, are you ready to experience audio monitoring like never before? Dive into the world of RIME 1.5 and unlock a whole new dimension of sound!
