The IKO is a revolutionary new 3D audio speaker made by sonible. It is the most compact speaker system based on 3D audio technology, Higher Order Ambisonics (HOA), available in the world today. sonible has now brought this innovative technology to product maturity and opened the door to the future of 3D audio playback.
IKO is the most compact speaker system based on 3D audio technology Higher Order Ambisonics (HOA), available in the world today.
Trailblazing focal point
The IKO is able to send focused sound beams in any direction desired – made possible through its unique form and the use of complex algorithms. Using wall and ceiling reflections to establish a unique and distinct sound space, the IKO surrounds listeners in the media and artistic event. Highly immersive sonic experiences are now possible using just this one single compact 3D audio speaker.
Teamplayer
The IKO is teamed up with the multichannel d:24 amplifier by sonible. Together they form a compact and versatile audio playback system. Inside the d:24 powerful class-d amplification modules, the separation of power and control electronics, combined with a clever circuit design, produces sound of an uncompromising quality in the smallest of spaces. This particular design turns the IKO into the only mobile commercial Higher Order Ambisonics speaker available worldwide.
Fundamental research
The Institute for Elektronic Music und Akoustics developed the first prototype of the “ikosaeder speaker” in 2006. Originally it was intended to simulate the natural sound radiation of acoustic musical instruments. After ten years of extensive research the IKO speaker is now ready to be used in generating three-dimensional soundscapes beyond the laboratory.