Audinate Highlights Dante’s Role in Unified AV and Broadcast Workflows at NAB 2026
At NAB 2026, Audinate is showcasing how its Dante platform unifies audio, video, and control across modern broadcast and AV production environments. The company is marking the 20th anniversary of Dante networking technology by demonstrating enhanced ST 2110-30 capabilities, cloud-based PTZ camera control through Iris, and streamlined Dante AV video workflows.
According to Joshua Rush, Chief Marketing Officer at Audinate, the industry is rapidly moving toward broadcast-level AV systems that demand high-end production value, particularly in corporate installations, higher education, and live productions. Audinate’s solutions at NAB 2026 are designed to provide integrators and end users the interoperability and flexibility needed to connect and deliver on this evolving landscape.
Dante’s Evolution into a Unified AV Platform
Originally developed as an audio networking protocol, Dante has evolved into a broader AV networking platform used in multiple environments. More than 4,500 Dante-enabled products from over 700 manufacturers are now available worldwide, reflecting two decades of ecosystem growth. This expansion allows Dante to support both modern broadcast and installed AV workflows on a single platform.
Key Demonstrations at NAB 2026
Audinate’s booth at NAB 2026 features several key demonstrations highlighting Dante’s expanding capabilities:
- Enhanced ST 2110-30 capabilities: Including 96 kHz sample rate support, new configuration options for RTP flows and PTPv2 clocking, and expanded multicast address ranges now rolling out in Dante-enabled products.
- Managing Dante Networks Across Facilities and the Cloud: Demonstrations feature Dante’s control, management, and cloud solutions, including how Dante can be enabled in the Grass Valley AMPP platform.
- Iris: Cloud-Based PTZ Camera Control: Making its NAB debut, Iris’s AI-powered automation enables real-time tracking, framing, and preset positioning for teams working on-site or remotely.
- Extending Dante Networking to Video Workflows: Attendees will see how Dante AV devices support the transition to networked video, from bringing existing SDI equipment onto the network to connecting Dante AV cameras and software endpoints.
Industry Impact and Partner Ecosystem
Audinate emphasizes that demand is rising for interoperable, network-based production solutions that deliver the reliability and precision required across diverse environments. At NAB 2026, the company is showcasing solutions like Dante Director Pro, Iris PTZ camera control, Dante AV, and native ST 2110 workflows to help customers scale, adapt, and modernize at their own pace.
Over 90 Dante and Iris partners are exhibiting at NAB 2026, with a comprehensive directory available for attendees to explore the latest products from the ecosystem.
Conclusion
As Dante celebrates its 20th anniversary, Audinate’s presence at NAB 2026 underscores the platform’s role in redefining what’s possible by unifying audio, video, and control on a single platform. By supporting both modern broadcast and installed AV workflows, Dante continues to provide the interoperability and flexibility needed for the evolving demands of professional AV and broadcast industries.