Immersive Audio Mixing with Audient ORIA: Setup & Workflow Guide
The Audient ORIA is a powerful 16-channel audio interface designed specifically for immersive audio production, including Dolby Atmos, 7.1.4, and binaural mixing. Paired with Genelec monitors, it provides a seamless workflow for spatial audio.
In this guide, we’ll cover:
✔ ORIA Hardware Setup for Immersive Mixing
✔ DAW Configuration (Pro Tools, Logic, Nuendo)
✔ Routing for Dolby Atmos (7.1.4, 5.1.2, Binaural)
✔ Monitoring & Calibration Tips
1. Audient ORIA Hardware Setup for Immersive Mixing.
Connecting Genelec Monitors (7.1.4 Example)
The ORIA has 16 analog outputs, making it perfect for Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 setups:
🔹 Wiring Tips:
- Use balanced TRS cables for noise-free signal transmission.
- If using Dante or ADAT expansion, assign additional outputs for larger setups.
Subwoofer Integration
- Route the LFE channel (Output 8) to your sub (e.g., Genelec 7360A).
- Enable bass management in your DAW or Dolby Atmos Renderer.
2. DAW Configuration for Dolby Atmos & Immersive Mixing
Pro Tools (With Dolby Atmos Renderer)
1. Set up I/O in Pro Tools:
- Go to Setup > I/O and assign ORIA outputs to match your speaker layout.
- Label channels (e.g., "L," "R," "C," "Ls," "Rs," "LFE," "Ltm," "Rtm," etc.).
2. Enable Dolby Atmos:
- Open the Dolby Atmos Renderer (in standalone or plugin mode).
- Select 7.1.4 bed + objects and route Pro Tools outputs to the Renderer.
3. Monitor Control:
- Use ORIA’s monitor section to toggle between stereo and immersive modes.
Logic Pro (Spatial Audio)
1. Enable Spatial Audio:
- Create a Dolby Atmos project (File > New > Surround).
- Assign ORIA outputs in Preferences > Audio > I/O Assignments.
2. Use Binaural Monitoring:
- Enable "Spatial Audio" in Logic for headphone checks.
Nuendo (For Advanced 3D Audio)
- Use Nuendo’s built-in surround panner and assign ORIA outputs in Studio Setup.
3. Routing for Different Immersive Formats
Dolby Atmos (7.1.4) Routing Example
Binaural/Headphone Monitoring
- Route a stereo mixdown to ORIA’s headphone output.
- Use Dolby Atmos Binaural Renderer for headphone compatibility checks.
4. Monitoring & Calibration Tips
Using ORIA’s Monitor Controller
- Speaker Dim/Cut: Quickly mute heights or surrounds for A/B testing.
- Talkback Mic: Useful for communication in multi-engineer setups.
Genelec GLM Calibration with ORIA
1. Connect Genelec monitors via GLM Network Adapter.
2. Run GLM Auto-Calibration to align speaker levels, delays, and EQ.
3. Save a preset for immersive mixing (different from stereo calibration).
Phase & Latency Checks
- Use a phase correlation meter in your DAW.
- Ensure latency is minimal (ORIA’s <2ms at 96kHz helps).
5. Final Workflow Checklist
✅ Hardware Setup: ORIA outputs → Genelec monitors (7.1.4).
✅ DAW Configuration: Pro Tools/Logic Atmos routing.
✅ Dolby Atmos Renderer: Linked to ORIA outputs.
✅ GLM Calibration: Genelec speakers aligned.
✅ Binaural Check: Test headphone rendering.
Conclusion
The Audient ORIA + Genelec monitors combo is a powerful, scalable solution for immersive mixing. Whether you’re working in Dolby Atmos, 5.1, or binaural, this setup ensures accurate spatial reproduction.
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