StormAudio ISP Elite 16 Analog MK3 Immersive Sound Processor

The StormAudio ISP Elite 16 Analog MK3 is the starting point in StormAudio's flagship Elite processor family, combining reference-level immersive audio processing with 16 balanced XLR analog outputs, advanced Dirac Live room optimization, sophisticated bass management, and a modular architecture that can grow with the theater.

Designed for serious private cinemas, the ISP Elite MK3 supports Dolby Atmos, DTS Pro, Auro-3D, IMAX Enhanced, MPEG-H, Sony 360 Reality Audio, StormXT, Roon, HDMI 2.1, and 8K video.

Unlike a fixed 16-channel processor, however, the Elite 16 Analog MK3 can be upgraded as the theater evolves—including expansion to 24 or 32 analog XLR outputs or the addition of digital AES/EBU or Audio over IP connectivity.

16 Balanced Analog Outputs

This configuration provides 16 balanced XLR analog outputs, making it ideal for high-performance immersive theaters using conventional analog-connected power amplifiers.

Sixteen outputs provide plenty of flexibility for sophisticated Dolby Atmos systems and multiple independently managed subwoofers while retaining a straightforward analog signal architecture.

And because this is an Elite MK3, the processor doesn't have to remain a 16-output machine forever.

Optional hardware allows the system to expand to 24 or 32 XLR outputs as the theater grows.

Dirac Live – Complete Suite Included

StormAudio includes the complete Dirac Live suite, providing access to:

• Dirac Live Room Correction
• Dirac Live Bass Control
• Dirac Live Active Room Treatment

Dirac Live Active Room Treatment takes multi-speaker and multi-subwoofer optimization beyond conventional room correction, using the speakers and subwoofers together to help address acoustic problems throughout the listening environment.

For sophisticated private cinemas, proper setup and calibration of these tools can make an enormous difference in system performance.

Advanced Bass Management

StormAudio's bass-management architecture is one of the platform's major strengths.

The ISP Elite provides both Standard and Expert Bass Management, flexible bass routing across as many as six bass zones, multiple subwoofer support, and extensive crossover configuration.

For systems using multiple subwoofers, this provides the flexibility required to design the low-frequency system around the actual room and seating arrangement.

Multi-Way Speaker Support

The ISP Elite can also manage actively amplified loudspeakers with support for up to four-way active crossover configurations.

Crossover slopes from 6 to 48 dB/octave are available using Linkwitz-Riley and Butterworth filters.

Combined with up to 20 parametric EQ filters per channel, the Elite MK3 gives a professional calibrator tremendous control over the finished system.

HDMI 2.1 & 8K

The ISP Elite MK3 provides seven HDMI inputs and two HDMI outputs with HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3.

Video support includes 40Gbps connectivity, 4K and 8K video, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and HLG, along with ARC/eARC support.

Roon Ready

The ISP Elite MK3 is Roon Ready, allowing it to serve as a high-performance network audio endpoint in addition to its home cinema duties.

That makes the Elite equally comfortable at the center of a theater used for serious two-channel and multichannel music listening.

Specifications & Highlights

• Model: ISP Elite 16 Analog MK3
• Analog Main Outputs: 16 balanced XLR
• Optional Analog Expansion: 24 or 32 XLR outputs
• Processing Capability: Up to 32 channels with applicable upgrades
• Multi-Subwoofer Support: Yes
• Dirac Live Room Correction: Included
• Dirac Live Bass Control: Included
• Dirac Live Active Room Treatment: Included
• Dolby Atmos: Yes
• DTS Pro: Yes
• Auro-3D: Yes
• IMAX Enhanced: Yes
• MPEG-H: Yes
• Sony 360 Reality Audio: Yes
• StormXT: Yes
• Roon Ready: Yes
• HDMI: 7 inputs / 2 outputs
• HDMI 2.1 / HDCP 2.3: Yes
• Bandwidth: 40Gbps
• 8K: Yes
• Bass Management: Standard & Expert
• Bass Zones: Up to 6
• Multi-Way Crossover: Up to 4-way
• PEQ: Up to 20 filters per channel
• StormMonitoring: Yes
• Automation: Control4, Crestron, Savant, RTI, URC, Nice and IP control
• Warranty: 5 years

Experience StormAudio at The Grid HiFi

The ISP Elite MK3 is a professional-level cinema processor, and its real performance depends on how the entire theater is designed, configured, and calibrated.

The Grid HiFi is your StormAudio and high-performance private cinema expert in Houston, providing complete theater design, speaker and subwoofer engineering, amplification, acoustics, projection, screens, lighting, seating, networking, Control4 automation, installation, and professional calibration.

We can also help determine whether your project should begin with the 16-channel configuration or move directly to one of the larger Elite MK3 platforms.

Contact The Grid HiFi for StormAudio ISP Elite 16 Analog MK3 pricing, availability, demonstrations, theater design, installation, and professional calibration.