Penteo Audio Plugins, a leading developer of stereo upmix and downmix software, has announced the release of Penteo version 6, a significant update to their award-winning software. This new version introduces a range of innovative features and enhancements designed to streamline the complex process of reversioning audio between various formats while maintaining the highest levels of fidelity and spatial accuracy.
Key Features of Penteo Version 6
- Innovative Creative & Workflow Controls: Penteo version 6 introduces 10 new sound shaping modes and 5 Universal Music Group presets, providing unparalleled creative control over upmix/downmix workflows.
- Highest Order Ambisonics Support: The update adds support for 2ch, 3ch, 4ch UHJ, as well as 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th order AmbiX Ambisonics for advanced multispatial automatic encoding/decoding.
- Direct Binaural Renderer: Users can now directly convert any of the 62 supported audio formats to high-quality binaural audio without the need for intermediate upmixing.
- Advanced Sound Design Formats: Penteo version 6 supports Octophonic 8ch Cube, hybrid Sony 360RA 16.0, Atmos 7.0.7, and non-LFE 9.0.6 and 7.0.6 formats, expanding the possibilities for advanced gaming, VR, and XR audio creation.
- Faster Audio Restoration: With added support for LtRt, LCRS, LCRS + LFE, and 2.1 Stereo formats, Penteo version 6 accelerates the reversioning of legacy formats to and from all current audio formats.
- Plugin Interface Enhancements: The improved interface features two-level input/output format drop-down menus, multi-link faders, peak indicators, and numerous auto-defaults to speed up upmix/downmix workflows.
Pricing and Availability
Penteo version 6 is a free update for existing Penteo customers. New licenses are priced as follows:
- Penteo 360: $299 – 5.1 Upmixer/Downmixer for 13 audio formats with 2nd Order Ambisonics.
- Penteo Pro: $499 – 16 channel upmixer/downmixer for 43 formats with all Atmos & Immersive.
- Penteo Pro+: $799 – 64 channel upmixer/downmixer with 62 audio formats including 7th Order Ambisonics plus direct Binaural rendering.
An introductory offer of up to 30% off is available until April 12, 2024.
Penteo supports AAX/VST3/AU running on Windows and macOS for various DAWs, including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Reaper, Cubase, Nuendo, Ableton Live, Pyramix, and Resolve.
To learn more and order your copy, please visit the official website.
