Tomorrowland's AREAL Technology Brings Immersive 3D Audio to CES 2025

Saturday, 11 January 2025 01:44

Revolutionary sound technology from Tomorrowland is making waves at CES, showcasing its potential to redefine live events, gaming and beyond.

Few names in entertainment command recognition quite like Tomorrowland, and at the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Vegas, the music festival juggernaut is making fresh waves rippling far beyond the DJ booth.

The beloved, Belgium-based festival brand is making a big statement with AREAL, its trailblazing 3D audio technology. Introduced to a global audience at the "Caliverse" booth, AREAL exemplifies a cutting-edge convergence of art, technology and entertainment.

Since its initial testing at Tomorrowland's groundbreaking Atmosphere stage in 2019, AREAL has evolved into a fully patented, standalone innovation of its own. The technology is said to offer a richer sound experience with reduced noise pollution, lower decibel levels and enhanced auditory health. Moreover, its potential applications extend far beyond live music to cinema, gaming, automotive and consumer technology, making it a potential solution for a wide range of immersive audio needs.

At its core is the AREAL Upmix algorithm, a formulaic breakthrough capable of converting stereo sound into immersive, 3D audio in real-time with a latency of less than six milliseconds. Its capacity for near-instantaneous processing ensures unparalleled precision ideal the live performance arena. By enhancing spatial sound without introducing artificial reverb or harmonics, Upmix has already garnered praise for its success in several high-profile event settings such as Hardwell's "Rebels Never Die" world tour, Moncler’s luxury fashion showcases and Tomorrowland’s own Symphony of Unity.

The technology doesn't just cater to large venues. AREAL has additionally introduced headphones designed for individual listeners, combining true multi-driver speaker setups with its proprietary algorithms. The headphones are said to deliver an unparalleled spatial audio experience, offering exceptional detail tailored for music producers, gamers and audiophiles alike.

CES attendees can immerse themselves in AREAL's potential firsthand at the Caliverse booth, where Tomorrowland has also unveiled its Tomorrowland Planet platform, a metaverse where visitors can embark on quests, unlock live DJ sets and more.

You can find out more about AREAL here.