SoundField by RØDE Plug-in
RØDE Microphones
The SoundField by RØDE Plug-in is a free Ambisonic processor for converting A-format recordings (from tetrahedral microphone arrays) and B-format recordings into virtual microphone patterns and standard surround formats up to 7.1.4. It uses frequency-domain processing rather than the matrix-based approach of earlier Ambisonic decoders, used in post-production, broadcast, and VR audio workflows in DAWs such as Pro Tools, Nuendo, Cubase, Reaper, and Logic Pro.
History & Background
Developed by RØDE Microphones (Australia, part of The Freedman Group) following the 2016 acquisition of the legendary SoundField brand, originally founded in the UK in 1978 on the basis of Michael Gerzon's Ambisonic research. Designed as the companion plug-in for the RØDE NT-SF1 ambisonic microphone but works with B-format from any source. Released in 2018.