Primax Tymphany and Audio Foundry members BdSound, Bluacs and Dirac have unveiled two automotive technology concepts at the 2026 Audio Engineering Society (AES) Automotive Conference in Detroit. Demonstrated in a concept vehicle, the technologies include an in-vehicle conferencing system and a scalable immersive audio platform designed to support software-defined vehicle cabin experiences.
This follows the Primax and Tymphany collaboration announced at CES 2025.
A vision for in-vehicle conferencing
As vehicles evolve into connected spaces for communication and collaboration, conferencing is emerging as a compelling new capability for the intelligent cabin. The in-vehicle conferencing concept explores how professional conferencing technologies can be adapted for the automotive environment, where cabin acoustics, background noise and occupant positioning present unique challenges.
It integrates a high-resolution AI-enabled camera, conferencing speakers, microphones and BdSound’s intelligent audio processing into a communication experience designed for the vehicle cabin. The solution draws on Primax Tymphany expertise in professional conferencing systems and Tymphany’s automotive audio engineering.
The system reflects a long-term vision for a removable conferencing device that operates as an integrated device when docked in the vehicle and transitions into a fully independent conferencing solution when removed. This will help create a seamless communication experience across the vehicle, office and remote workspace, extending the value of a single device across multiple environments.
A scalable, immersive audio architecture
Alongside the conferencing concept, Primax Tymphany is showcasing its take on an immersive automotive audio system, demonstrating expertise in acoustic engineering, packaging efficiency and system integration.
The scalable immersive audio concept incorporates a range of transducer technologies from Tymphany, including a force-canceling woofer and subwoofer module using Bluacs’ Fresh Air technology to reduce vibration and simplify vehicle integration. The system also features lightweight headliner speakers, headrest speakers, midrange drivers and tweeters, combined with Dirac’s Unison, Spaces and Dimension software to deliver an immersive in-cabin audio experience.
“Vehicles are becoming more than a means of transportation; they’re becoming places where people communicate and connect,” said Matthew Marchese, chief business officer for automotive at Tymphany. “At AES, we’re showcasing two distinct areas of innovation that reflect Primax Tymphany Group’s long-term vision for the SDV era. Together, they demonstrate how we’re applying our expertise across professional conferencing, cameras and premium automotive audio to help shape future vehicle experiences.”
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