DMC Production launches 'reverse remote' units powered by Calrec virtualized audio
DMC Production has deployed a 'reverse remote production' workflow for its new AR 1 and AR 2 vehicles, utilizing Calrec’s ImPulseV virtualized audio engine and Grass Valley’s AMPP cloud platform. This infrastructure allows for multi-camera live production processing entirely at the venue, enabling high-quality broadcasts over limited 100Mbit/s internet connections.
Key Takeaways
- Virtualized audio is managed via Calrec’s ImPulseV engine, which replaces traditional hardware-heavy mixing cores inside the OB units.
- A 48-fader Calrec Argo M console in Munich provides remote control using True Control 2.0, maintaining low-latency tactile mixing for fast-moving sports.
- The software-defined architecture handles video switching, replay, multiviewers, and recording at the local production edge to maximize bandwidth efficiency.
- Primary hardware partners include Grass Valley for the AMPP cloud-native environment and Broadcast Solutions for original vehicle systems integration.
Why It Matters
The deployment validates the viability of shift-left architectures in live broadcasting, where high-capacity backhaul is replaced by localized, virtualized processing. This setup reduces the dependency on expensive, high-bandwidth leased lines, allowing tier-one production quality at more geographically constrained venues. By decoupling the control surface from the processing engine, DMC can centralize talent in its Munich hub while scaling hardware footprint on-demand. For the broader ecosystem, this signals a transition from proprietary hardware towards interoperable, software-defined IP stacks that support diverse multi-platform output (UHD, social-first, and ISO feeds) from a single source. Watch for broader adoption of the Calrec-Grass Valley integrated stack as it transitions from the initial ImPulse1 core to fully native ImPulseV AMPP integration.
Additional Context
The rollout of AR 1 and AR 2 coincides with a major expansion for Germany's DMC Production following its late 2025 formation through the merger of PLAZAMEDIA and rt1.tv. Per SVG Europe (May 2026), the company was recently appointed as the technical service provider for MagentaTV’s coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026. This contract involves overseeing 104 matches in a fully HDR-based workflow, utilizing a central control hub in Munich to manage production operations across North American tournament sites. Additionally, DMC was named the international TV production partner for the inaugural 2026 American Football League Europe (AFLE) season, where it utilizes a hybrid model to produce 36 games across six countries.
Technologically, this project highlights the deepening partnership between Calrec and Grass Valley. Per TV Technology (April 2026), the two companies officially launched their technology alliance at the 2026 NAB Show, aiming to integrate Calrec’s virtual DSP software directly into the AMPP cloud-native ecosystem. This integration addresses a historical bottleneck in cloud-based production where high-end audio processing lagged behind video switching capabilities. Grass Valley reported in mid-2026 that its AMPP platform is now logging 20 million production hours per month, fueled by high-profile deployments such as Sky News Australia’s transition to an entirely software-defined national newsroom.
Read full article at svgeurope.org
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