22.02.24

d&b audiotechnik welcomes Robb Allan as Principal Product Manager for Soundscape.

d&b audiotechnik welcomes Robb Allan as Principal Product Manager for Soundscape

Robb Allan

d&b audiotechnik has strengthened its commitment to the future of immersive sound with the appointment of Robb Allan, a renowned sound engineer and product designer, as Principal Product Manager for d&b Soundscape. Allan joins the team led by d&b's Vice President of Immersive, Al McKinna, reinforcing the company‘s dedication to the advancement of immersive audio technologies.

With an impressive career in professional audio spanning touring, studio and television, Allan brings unparalleled expertise to his new role. His extensive experience includes working with artists such as Radiohead, Massive Attack, Groove Armada and Coldplay, as well as being a key contributor to product development initiatives at digital mixing console manufacturer Avid.

Robb is a well-known figure in the global touring industry, earning the trust of major artists and demonstrating a deep understanding of their creative processes. His experience in designing user interfaces for live sound further enhances his suitability to lead the Soundscape business. We are happy to welcome him to the d&b family.Al McKinna, Vice President Immersive, d&b group

In his role, Allan aims to use his first-hand experience of d&b's Soundscape technology to inspire creatives about its transformative capabilities.

As an end user, I am passionate about the creative possibilities of Soundscape. d&b's commitment to fostering relationships with creatives, sound designers and musicians aligns with my vision for advancing immersive sound experiences. Having been involved in the transition from analogue to digital I believe the next paradigm shift will be from bus-based to object-based mixing.Robb Allan, Principal Product Manager, d&b audiotechnik

Allan's appointment underlines d&b's strategic investment in the development of immersive audio and further cements the company’s position as a leader in shaping the future of sound experiences.

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