At CEDIA 2025, Trinnov Audio will introduce the AltitudeCI, a fully networked Audio-over-IP (AoIP) AV preamp/processor built for the custom integration (CI) market. Scalable, flexible, and compact, the AltitudeCI is designed to deliver premium immersive audio across a wide range of installations—from high-end media rooms to DCI-grade private cinemas—giving CI professionals a powerful new tool for next-generation home theater and cinema projects.
From Arnaud Laborie, Trinnov Audio Co-Founder and CEO: “AltitudeCI makes Trinnov performance available to more projects than ever before,…This is the one platform integrators can rely on for every immersive audio project, regardless of scale, infrastructure, or performance demands.”
Why the Trinnov AltitudeCI Sets a New Standard for CI Integrators with Scalable, Networked AV Processing
The AltitudeCI isn’t just another black box with fancy logos slapped on. It’s the first processor in its class to natively support both Dante and Ravenna/AES67, which means it plays nice with both consumer and pro audio infrastructures. That “best of both worlds” setup lets you feed Dolby Atmos and DCI servers directly over AES67, while pushing output through Dante—no clunky external converters needed.
Trinnov’s real play here is scalability. Instead of forcing integrators to overbuy, the AltitudeCI uses a modular licensing model where you add channels in 2-channel bites. Need 8? Start there. Need 32? Keep stacking. And if you’ve got some lunatic client with a private cinema that rivals a multiplex, a 64-channel custom build lands in 2026.
The kicker? Upgrades are done remotely through Trinnov’s extranet, so integrators don’t have to roll a truck just to unlock more channels. That’s long-term flexibility with fewer headaches, which is exactly what the CI crowd actually cares about.
Exclusive Acoustics Technology for Next-Gen Custom Installations
AltitudeCI ships with Trinnov’s full bag of proprietary active acoustics tricks, including:
- Room Optimizer – A 3D room and speaker correction system that dials in phase, EQ, level, and delay with surgical precision.
- Remapping – Because not every room is a perfectly shaped acoustic temple, this tech makes immersive formats sound right even when the architecture says otherwise.
- WaveForming – A low-frequency weapon that actively kills off room modes, delivering bass that hits hard while keeping seat-to-seat consistency spooky-good. For the deep dive, check out our previous piece: “WTF is WaveForming?”
All of this runs on Trinnov’s proprietary software-based platform, powered by 64-bit floating-point processing. Translation: maximum audio fidelity today, and enough headroom under the hood to handle whatever upgrades or formats get thrown at it tomorrow.
Rack-Efficient Design and Simplified Setup for CI Professionals
The AltitudeCI squeezes serious capability into a sleek 2RU chassis, packing eight analog outputs—perfect for active subwoofer WaveForming™ setups or a full 7.1 rig.
HDMI connectivity (4 in, 2 out) keeps matrix-based video systems happy, while three independently configurable Ethernet ports—including two with SFP cages—let integrators build networks with separate or redundant lanes for control, audio, and service traffic. Because nothing says “pro install” like avoiding traffic jams on the network.
Setup is no longer a headache. The redesigned Altitude UI guides you through calibration step by step, making Trinnov’s beastly tuning tools accessible without stripping away expert-level control. Even pros will appreciate not having to crack a manual every five minutes.
Trinnov AltitudeCI & Amplitude16 Power Amplification
To complete the AoIP ecosystem, Trinnov now offers an optional Dante input board for the Amplitude16 multichannel amplifier. This addition enables end-to-end AoIP signal flow from the processor to the amplifier.
The Amplitude16 is quietly ruthless—its low-noise design makes most commercial AoIP amps look like they belong in a factory break room, which is exactly what you want when chasing high-performance audio.
Pair it with the AltitudeCI and you get a fully digital, networked signal chain that fits in just 5RU, delivering audiophile-grade performance without devouring your rack space.
Inside, the AltitudeCI’s input board packs the same high-performance DAC architecture as the rest of the Altitude lineup, keeping signal integrity intact and pushing dynamic range to impressive heights.
New Design & Pricing Tool for Integrators
To make life easier for integrators, Trinnov is rolling out a new AoIP design and pricing tool. Plug in the basics—speaker and subwoofer counts, active crossover setups, amplification bridging needs—and it spits out a recommended AltitudeCI configuration plus Amplitude16 amp requirements, all with transparent pricing. No guesswork, no spreadsheets from hell—just a clean, CI-friendly workflow.
The Bottom Line
When it comes to high-end home theater innovation, Trinnov wears the crown. After turning heads with WaveForming in late 2023, the company kept the momentum going with major software updates for the Altitude 32 and 16—and now, the announcement of the AltitudeCI.
That said, Trinnov is keeping some cards close to the vest. Beyond the basics in their initial announcement, detailed specs for the AltitudeCI remain under wraps. We’ll likely get a clearer picture at CEDIA 2025, but don’t hold your breath for the full scoop until after the show wraps.
Pricing & Availability
The AltitudeCI is slated to start shipping in Q4 2025. Pricing hasn’t been officially released yet, but expect announcements at CEDIA 2025—likely during Trinnov’s press event on September 3, 2025. Because, naturally, they like to keep integrators on their toes.
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