Smyth Research
Smyth Research promotes and markets Dr. Stephen Smyth's latest invention SVS - Smyth Virtual Surround. Dr. Stephen Smyth previously founded APT and developed the industry-changing APT-X100 codec which quickly became world standard for remote recording. After leaving APT, he developed DTS which now can be found in every DVD and Blu-ray player.
Realiser A8
Smyth Research A8 Realiser is a complete package which enables you to measure, calibrate, and store any room in your headphones. In full surround, up to 7.1 channels.
In basic principle the Realiser is similar to the other systems in that it applies HRTF (Head Related Transfer Function) to multichannel sound to drive the headphones. But along with other refinements, the Realiser employs three critical components not seen in the other products: personalisation, head tracking, and the capture of the properties of any real listening space and sound system. Realiser A8 works with any good-quality headphones, closed or open. Obviously the better the phones, the better the result. We're happy to help you to find the best headphones for your needs.
The system includes the components listed below.
How does SVS work?
Smyth Realiser A8 Main Unit
The Realiser is a compact, free-standing audio processor. On the front panel are: a four-line display for setup and operation; indicator lights for channels in use, clip warnings, and system status; a SD memory card slot; inputs for headphones and microphones and an optional wired head tracker; and a USB port for charging the wireless head tracker. On the rear panel are eight inputs for up to eight discrete audio channels; eight outputs for signals used in setup; headphone outputs; and low-frequency outputs for tactile transducers (shakers).
TU-1 head tracker
The head tracker is a very small and lightweight unit which attaches to the headphone headband. It is wireless and is rechargeable by plugging into the front panel of the Realiser.
TR-1 head tracking reference
The head tracking reference is a small unit which is placed centered in front of the listener. It communicates with the head tracker to identify the position of the listener's head, updated every five milliseconds. Indicator lights on the unit verify tracking operation.
HTM-1 miniature microphone
Tiny microphones are provided for in-ear measurements. Also provided are earplugs which position the microphones snugly and comfortably in the listener's ears. A number of earplugs are provided in three sizes, allowing for many listeners and environments.
RC-1 remote control
The Realiser is menu-driven and the remote control allows for easy access to the menus. The remote control also makes operation convenient from the listener's position.
