Big Audio Collabanator (JackTrip)

The Big Audio Collabanator is our hand built and custom crafted Audio Device for the “Network Arts” designed to be your “Audio Engineer in a Box”.

We designed the device as a fully “plug and play” solution with the following capabilities…

• Powerful Linux Computer optimized for Audio
  
• Front Touchscreen (no keyboard/mouse required, but supported!)
• Audio Input and Output supporting TRS and XLR connectors
• Highest Fidelity Audio Board and Processing Engine
• JackTrip Ready! Supporting both Server and Client Scenarios
• HDMI Output Support
• Wifi and Ethernet Support
• Switchable Cooling Fan (Silent mode)
• AC Powered with Standard Computer Cord
• USB Ports for Keyboard, Mouse, Wifi Extensibility and Audio Devices

We have designed software and integrations into The Big Audio Collabanator that makes it simpler to play with others...

• Studio Sync - We implemented "Internet of Things" capabilities that make it easy to bring the devices together for a session. Using "Studio Sync" on  Azure IoT Central communicates automation to each device and configures to the designated JackTrip server. You can start making music together in minutes!
• Playlist Sync - Share files, notes and song lists to each connected device to coordinate and improve productivity.

The Big Audio Collabanator is a full on Linux computer based on a powerful Raspberry Pi 4 with 8 gigabytes of ram.

• Open Standards
• Based on the Raspberry Pi 4 (easily supports future upgrades)
• Solid and built for reliability
• Fully Tested with JackTrip
• Customizable with your specific colors and branding