Advanced Systems Group (ASG) designed and integrated a 9.1.6 immersive audio monitoring environment for Black Lava Studios in Sacramento. The facility features Neumann loudspeakers, a Trinnov D-MON processor, and a Digital Audio Denmark interface to support Dolby Atmos workflows for film and music production.
The completion of this 9.1.6 environment demonstrates the increasing viability of boutique, specialized rooms for high-end Dolby Atmos mastering outside of traditional Hollywood hubs. By utilizing a Trinnov D-MON and Digital Audio Denmark interface, the facility achieves the technical parity required for major studio film and music deliverables. This shift reflects a broader industry trend where veteran engineers are migrating from legacy stages at Sony or Warner Bros. to private, high-spec facilities. Watch for whether similar small-scale Atmos rooms begin to capture a larger share of post-production workflows for streaming documentary and independent film content.
Advanced Systems Group has completed a 9.1.6 immersive audio installation for Black Lava Studios in Sacramento. Led by Steve Schatz, the facility utilizes Neumann monitoring and Trinnov processing to support Dolby Atmos workflows. This development highlights the growing trend of high-end, boutique studios delivering professional-grade film and music mastering outside traditional hubs.
The new facility is designed to support Dolby Atmos immersive audio workflows.
The facility was led by industry veteran Steve Schatz.
The monitoring system features 15 Neumann KH 150 loudspeakers and a KH 870 subwoofer.
Initial production tests included a 13-minute documentary for the Bruce Springsteen Nebraska box set release.
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