StormAudio ISP Core 16 Immersive Sound Preamp Processor
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StormAudio ISP Core 16 Immersive Sound Preamp/Processor

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StormAudio ISP Core 16 Immersive Sound Processor
A 16-channel high-performance AV preamp/processor with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, Auro-3D, and Dirac Live calibration, built for serious immersive home theater systems that demand precision, flexibility, and future-ready connectivity.

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StormAudio ISP Core 16 Immersive Sound Preamp/Processor

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The Brain of a Serious Theater

 

The StormAudio ISP Core 16 isn’t just another AV preamp. It’s the control center of your whole setup. Built in a sleek 3U chassis and designed in France, the ISP Core 16 has a clean layout and solid construction.

 

The ISP CORE 16 decodes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, Auro-3D, and even IMAX Enhanced. That’s not all. This processor is capable of handling a whopping 16 channels. For reference, a basic stereo can only handle at most two. Is it front? Is it center? Is it subwoofers or rear speakers? It can handle it all. The 16 channel means you get the full cinematic experience in your home.

Power, Precision, and Room Control

 

This StormAudio ISP Core 16 has unique feature called Dirac Live room calibration. When combined with advanced bass control options, it helps you align speakers and subwoofers. This makes any sound that comes out of your speaker cohesive instead of chaotic.

 

You also get serious tuning tools. Up to 20 parametric EQ filters per channel allow fine adjustments. Four-way active crossover support means you can integrate speakers exactly the way your system demands. Whether it’s dual subs or a complex layout, this processor doesn’t box you in.

Built to Grow with Your System

 

The StormAudio ISP Core 16 supports HDMI with 4K UHD, HDR, ARC, and eARC. It supports all this formats, while staying up to up to date on any future upgrades. Which also means that your investment holds its value instead of falling behind.

 

Control is a key trait of any processor. However, some control can be simple, while others can be complicated. This processor stays simple, without any drop in performance. The full-color front display gives instant feedback, and you can run it by remote, app, or full automation. When mapping your setup with a home theater design tool, you need processors like this, which give you that simplicity and control, without any compromise.

Key Features

 

16-channel immersive audio processing

Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, Auro-3D, IMAX Enhanced

Dirac Live room calibration with bass control

Up to 20 parametric EQ filters per channel

Four-way active crossover capability

HDMI with 4K UHD, HDR, ARC, and eARC

3U chassis with full-color front display

Design and Build
Chassis Design3U
ManufacturedFrance
DisplayFull-color 5 inch
Audio Decoding and Processing
Number Of Channels16
Immersive Audio FormatsAuro-3D Dolby Atmos DTS:X Pro IMAX Enhanced
Legacy Codecs SupportUp to 192 kHz
Audio Inputs and Outputs
HDMI Inputs7
HDMI Outputs2
HDMI Version2.0b
HDCP Version2.2
HDMI Bandwidth18 Gbps
HDR SupportHDR10 Dolby Vision HLG
Analog Outputs16-channel (XLR)
Optical Toslink Outputs1 (Zone2 Stereo downmix)
Analog Inputs4x RCA (7.1 or stereo)
Coaxial SPDIF Inputs3
Optical Toslink Inputs3
Room Correction and Calibration
Room CorrectionDirac Live with Room Correction Bass Control and Active Room Treatment modules
Control and User Interface
Remote ControlIR
Home Automation System CompatibilityYes
Mobile App CompatibilityAndroid/iOS
Upgradeability
HDMI Board UpgradeabilityYes
Audio Processing
DSP Chips2 ADSP21489 (Sharc4) 1 Texas Instruments TI K2G
DACAnalog Devices ADAU1966
Control and Setup
Control OptionsIR web browser Android/iOS app
Roon ReadyYes
Dirac Live CalibrationYes

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