RƎLAY
Real. Virtual. Radio.
Everybody's been talking about virtualization. Finally, it's here: RƎLAY virtual radio software from Lawo. RƎLAY brings professional radio production to your PC — mixing, streaming, processing, even routing. AoIP-ready, so you can mix and route both networked and PC audio with ease.
Three Components, One Platform
RƎLAY is a complete virtual radio suite comprising three tightly integrated components:
- Virtual Radio Mixer (VRX) — a fully software-based broadcast mixer with fader-based controls, not just a remote screen for rack hardware.
- Virtual Patch Bay (VPB) — a crosspoint router that handles audio routing between networked AoIP streams and PC sources.
- Virtual Sound Card (VSC) — a multi-channel virtual sound card replacement, bridging PC audio applications directly into the AoIP world.
Runs on Standard PCs
No exotic hardware required. RƎLAY runs on off-the-shelf PCs and laptops, making it practical for production studios, live on-air, newsrooms, remote broadcasts, and OB work. The touchscreen-friendly GUIs are designed for quick adoption by on-air talent — intuitive enough that anyone comfortable with a tablet or smartphone can get to work fast.
AES67-Native AoIP
RƎLAY is AES67-compliant, so it slots straight into modern AoIP infrastructures alongside hardware consoles, audio nodes, and third-party broadcast gear. Mix networked AoIP audio and local PC audio sources side by side — all within the same interface. RƎLAY works with the growing ecosystem of AES67 and Ravenna-compatible broadcast equipment from Lawo and many other manufacturers.
Where RƎLAY Fits
| Environment | How RƎLAY Helps |
|---|---|
| Production Studios | Full-featured mixing and routing without a physical console footprint. |
| Live On-Air | Responsive touch controls with confidence metering and snapshot recall. |
| Newsrooms | Compact PC-based setup; fast for journalists and producers to operate. |
| Remote / OB | Runs on a laptop; AES67 audio over IP means studio-quality mixing anywhere. |