StageWave provides a WiFi-based in-ear monitoring system that uses smartphones to deliver uncompressed stereo mixes to musicians. It offers granular control over individual monitor mixes, including EQ and effects, eliminating RF interference and reducing setup complexity for live performances.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional wireless in-ear monitoring systems often suffer from RF interference, limited channel control, and high costs, creating significant setup challenges and compromising audio quality for musicians. This can lead to suboptimal performance and increased technical overhead during live events.
Solution
StageWave offers a WiFi-based in-ear monitoring solution that leverages existing smartphones to deliver uncompressed stereo mixes directly to musicians. The platform provides granular control over individual monitor mixes, including EQ and effects, eliminating RF interference and reducing setup complexity. By utilizing readily available hardware, StageWave significantly lowers the barrier to entry for professional-grade in-ear monitoring, enabling bands to achieve superior sound quality and performance consistency.
Target Audience
The primary users are musicians and bands seeking an affordable, high-quality in-ear monitoring solution, as well as sound engineers and technicians looking to streamline soundchecks and reduce interference.
Features
- WiFi-based wireless in-ear monitoring utilizing smartphones for playback.
- Uncompressed 16-bit audio streaming with support for various sample rates.
- Independent stereo mixes for up to 16 users.
- Per-channel and global EQ, compressor, reverb, and delay effects.
- Multiplatform compatibility across Windows, Android, and iOS devices.
- Operation via WiFi or wired Ethernet for flexible deployment.
- Direct integration with digital audio consoles or audio interfaces via a computer.
- Low latency, comparable to the perceived delay from a sound source 3-5 meters away, suitable for live performance.