Meyer Sound Launches New Constellation Acoustic Suite
The Berkeley-based company debuts seven new applications as it marks 20 years of its signature acoustic system.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Classical
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Meyer Sound has introduced the Constellation Acoustic Suite, a collection of seven applications designed to clarify the capabilities of its advanced acoustic technology. The launch coincides with the 20th anniversary of the first Constellation system installation at UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Hall.
Why it matters
The new suite aims to help venues and consultants better utilize acoustic flexibility in spaces where architectural design alone cannot provide the desired sound. It builds upon the company's long-term efforts to shape a room's reverberant character through digital signal processing and distributed loudspeakers.
Meyer Sound has deployed over 175 Constellation systems globally since the technology debuted two decades ago. The suite includes seven distinct applications and is supported by the NADIA digital audio platform, which debuted in 2023.
The players
Meyer Sound
Headquartered in Berkeley, this company specializes in professional sound reinforcement systems and acoustic technology.
UC Berkeley
This public research university hosts the Zellerbach Hall, the site of the first Constellation installation.
Level Control Systems
This organization was acquired by Meyer Sound in 2006 to further integrate advanced digital audio controls.
The details
The Constellation system works by using microphones and digital processing to alter the perceived acoustics of a venue, allowing spaces to adapt for different performance types. The NADIA platform, which facilitates the latest revision of the VRAS algorithm, enables the system to generate reflections that effectively increase the perceived size of a room while maintaining clarity.
Timeline
2006: Meyer Sound acquired Level Control Systems.
2023: The NADIA digital audio platform made its debut.
October 2026: Meyer Sound celebrates the 20-year milestone of Constellation.
Industry Dynamics
The introduction of the Constellation Acoustic Suite reflects an ongoing shift in the live events industry toward software-defined acoustic environments. By leveraging the NADIA digital audio platform, Meyer Sound continues to evolve its technology beyond the hardware-centric approach of two decades ago.
Patrons visiting venues equipped with the updated Constellation suite will experience more versatile acoustic environments tailored to specific performances. These digital enhancements allow concert halls to mimic the natural acoustics of varied architectural spaces without physical structural changes.
The takeaway
Advanced acoustic modeling allows modern venues to host a wider variety of performances with optimal sound quality. For event planners, this technology provides a cost-effective alternative to permanent architectural renovations.
Further reading
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More information
For additional technical specifications on the new suite, visit the Meyer Sound corporate website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FOH | Front of House Magazine.
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