swXtch.io Released groundSwXtch for Audio Over IP
The new software enables professional audio transport over standard cloud and server infrastructure.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Data Centers
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swXtch.io has launched groundSwXtch, a software application designed to transport native multicast Audio over IP (AoIP) streams across IP infrastructure. The platform eliminates the need for specialized codec hardware by functioning on standard servers or virtual machines.
Why it matters
By replacing traditional codec hardware, the software removes the associated encode and decode latency typically found in broadcast audio workflows. It allows studios and data centers to connect into a unified fabric without requiring physical network changes.
The application supports formats including Ravenna, AES67, and ST 2110-30 while utilizing SMPTE ST 2022-7 hitless failover for packet protection. It creates a centrally managed overlay to transport data over WAN, 5G, and the public internet.
The players
swXtch.io
This technology company specializes in software-defined networking solutions for the broadcast and media industry.
The details
The platform functions on standard hardware and servers, mirroring the core architecture of the existing cloudSwXtch system. It allows for the seamless transport of audio streams across disparate IP infrastructures without modification to existing hardware.
Timeline
September 28, 2026: swXtch.io officially released the groundSwXtch software application.
The Tech Race
This release follows the trend of shifting broadcast infrastructure from proprietary hardware to flexible, software-defined environments. It signals a move away from legacy codec dependence toward virtualization that allows media companies to scale operations using existing server fleets.
Broadcasters and engineers can reduce hardware overhead by deploying this software on standard virtual machines or servers. The integration of hitless failover protocols also improves reliability for remote audio streams transported over the public internet.
The takeaway
The transition to software-defined audio transport allows broadcasters to leverage cloud agility for high-fidelity audio streams. Implementing these virtualized protocols can significantly reduce latency and equipment costs for modern studio networks.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Radio & Television Business Report.
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