Unlike traditional sound cards that require PCIe cards or external USB/Thunderbolt interfaces, DVS-4.4.1.3 utilizes your computer’s existing RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet port. This eliminates the need for bulky cables, converters, and specialized hardware. 2. Seamless DAW Integration
Windows 10/11, macOS (Intel & Apple Silicon via Rosetta 2 or Native depending on specific build flags) 64 Input / 64 Output (at 48 kHz) Supported Sample Rates 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz Required Network Speed 100 Mbps / 1 Gbps (Gigabit recommended) If you need help deploying this tool, let me know:
Engineers on tour use DVS to record the band's performance from the front-of-house console during soundcheck. Later, on the tour bus, they open the session, and DVS plays those 48 tracks back into the console, allowing the engineer to mix a "virtual soundcheck" without the band present.
While Audinate has since introduced newer ecosystem updates, the serves as a core baseline for legacy systems and stable enterprise installations. Dante Virtual Soundcard v4.4.1.3 (Windows) Audinate - Dante Virtual Sound Card - DVS-4.4.1.3 STANDALONE
Dante Virtual Soundcard (DVS) v4.4.1.3: A Professional Audio Overview
Choose between ASIO (best performance for DAWs like Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo, or Reaper) or WDM (for general Windows applications like vMix, OBS, or Zoom). On Mac, this defaults to Core Audio .
is a powerful software application developed by Audinate that transforms your Windows or macOS computer into a Dante-enabled device. Version 4.4.1.3 is a significant maintenance release that focuses on security and stability while supporting professional multichannel audio workflows without the need for additional hardware . Key Features of v4.4.1.3 Dante Virtual Soundcard v4.4.1.3 (Windows) Unlike traditional sound cards that require PCIe cards
DVS 4.4.1.3 supports a wide range of professional audio specifications suitable for live sound, broadcast, and recording studios.
Ensure Green Ethernet or EEE is turned off in your computer's network adapter advanced properties. EEE puts network lanes to sleep during brief silences, causing immediate audio dropouts.
: Operates over a standard 1 Gbps wired Ethernet network connection . Wireless network cards (Wi-Fi) are not supported due to latency and packet delivery constraints. Architecture of DVS 4.4.1.3 Standalone Seamless DAW Integration Windows 10/11, macOS (Intel &
DVS isn't just a piece of software; it's a workhorse used in countless professional environments:
+--------------------+ Ethernet +------------------------+ | Computer with DVS | ---------------------> | Standard Network Switch| | (DAW/Media Player) | <--------------------- | (Gigabit Recommended) | +--------------------+ +------------------------+ | +-------------------+-------------------+ | | +--------------------+ +--------------------+ | Digital Audio Desk | | Networked Speakers | +--------------------+ +--------------------+ Key Milestones in Version 4.4.1.3
To ensure DVS runs smoothly, Audinate provides clear system requirements. The table below summarizes the key specifications for installing and running the software effectively:
Leverages the IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) to synchronize with the master clock of the Dante network, ensuring sub-millisecond alignment across all devices.
We tested on three typical workstations: