Audio network systems have always been a common feature, but in recent years, they have only truly begun to emerge. In the 1990s, audio network systems were expensive, but they gave the integrators who owned them a great advantage. In the following years, with the rapid development of processing power and the emergence of various standards such as AES 67, OMNEO, Ravenna, and of course Dante, audio network technology has become an expected part.

The reform of internal electronic components means that we can easily distinguish new audio systems without this technology and understand its reasons. From fast installation to simple control, the reporting and diagnostic functions provided by the audio network system have improved the user experience. So it's easy to understand why it's difficult to find manufacturers who don't involve such network components in audio design

Of course, audio network systems are only a part of the extensive electronic visuals used to build highly intelligent systems. Most audio systems now include electronic components and digital signal processors that ensure that each speaker can be debugged to provide the best sound effect for the area and entire venue it covers.

Beam control is a typical example in this area, and using digital control technology to control sound distribution is an important tool for dealing with challenging spaces. JBL's Intellivox series is a typical example of this technology and has been widely applied worldwide. The internal processing system allows designers to combine the outputs of multiple drivers (usually a column in a sound column) together to ensure that sound is only transmitted to the place where the designer wants it to reach. This technology brings significant acoustic benefits to difficult reverberation spaces such as airports and churches by keeping sound sources away from reflective surfaces.

Throughout history, many system processes were carried out in cabinet rooms. This is still the case for some of the latest technologies, such as immersive and object-based audio, but because of Moore's law, the computing power provided on the microchip means that the computing power can be improved in the speaker box. We can imagine that in the near future, speakers will have more functions when released.