Nordic-powered module enables live wireless audio applications with sub-5 ms latency

Nordic nRF5340 SoC provides Bluetooth LE connectivity and data throughput for Virscient’s LiveOnAir audio solution

A new wireless audio technology launched by New Zealand company Virscient enables live performance and gaming applications with ultra low latency audio over low power wireless connectivity.

Designed to meet the needs of professional live performance, the ‘LiveOnAir’ module integrates Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF5340 high-end multiprotocol SoC, and supports various use cases including digital wireless microphones, in-ear monitors, gaming headsets, and other scenarios where latency and audio quality are critical to the user’s performance or competitive advantage. The LiveOnAir module allows OEMs to rapidly develop high performance wireless audio solutions supporting ultra-low latency transport of 24-bit/48 kHz audio while keeping the Bill of Material (BoM) low.

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