Nugen Audio Launches Groundbreaking DialogInt Check Software

In an exciting development for the audio production industry, Nugen Audio has just unveiled DialogCheck, a cutting-edge speech intelligibility plug-in. This innovative tool has already garnered praise from industry professionals, including those at Netflix, highlighting its potential to redefine sound clarity.

Precision in Clarity: A Tool for Every Audio Professional

Designed for a variety of applications—from film and TV to podcasts and gaming—DialogCheck delivers an objective measurement of speech intelligibility across mono, stereo, and multichannel formats. The software seeks to tackle a critical issue; as Dr. Paul Tapper, CEO of Nugen Audio, points out, poor speech clarity often leads to viewer complaints. This new tool allows engineers to assess audio clarity in real-time and ensure that their mixes sound great in any setting.

Understanding Speech: A Complex Challenge

Factors affecting dialogue comprehension are numerous, ranging from language nuances and dialects to background noise and listener environment. DialogCheck simplifies this assessment process. With a suite of over a dozen interface tools—including a real-time bar meter and history graph—users can pinpoint problematic audio sections that may confuse audiences.

Intuitive Tools for Enhanced Dialogue

The interface balances technical detail with user-friendliness, offering distribution views and statistical data that provide an overview of the program's speech intelligibility. Additionally, features like the macro view track the current audio segment against the entire context, ensuring engineers can refine their edits effectively.

Expert Opinions: Dialogue is Key!

Dubbing mixer and sound designer Mike Aiton, known for his work on prestigious projects like BBC One’s 'Panorama,' emphasizes how essential intelligibility is for narrative momentum. With DialogCheck, he states, engineers can guarantee dialogue isn’t just seen, but heard clearly.

Pre-Production Perks

DialogCheck's utility extends into pre-production stages, enabling engineers to evaluate various microphone configurations, performance styles, and room setups. This ensures that the quality of raw audio is high before post-production even begins.

Netflix Weighs In: Empowering Creators

The Netflix team echoes the importance of dialog intelligibility, explaining that their mission is to equip creators with powerful tools to enhance the viewing experience at home, highlighting the transformative capabilities of DialogCheck.

The Science Behind the Sound: LE-Meter Technology

Using the Listening Effort Meter (LE-Meter) developed by Fraunhofer IDMT, DialogCheck beautifully visualizes the nuances of auditory listening effort during mixing. According to Prof. Dr. Jan Rennies-Hochmuth, this tool empowers media producers to identify sections needing improvement, ensuring a seamless auditory experience for all listeners.