(21 January 2025, Cologne, Germany) RTW, a global leader in professional audio metering and monitoring solutions, proudly announces TouchMonitor 5 in two distinct versions, offering full compatibility with either Dante® or RAVENNA/AES67/ST 2110 networked audio protocols. This innovative approach provides professionals with tailored metering solutions that integrate seamlessly into their preferred networked audio environments.

“The TouchMonitor 5’s dual-product approach with dedicated Dante® and RAVENNA versions represents RTW’s commitment to delivering solutions that cater to the diverse needs of modern audio professionals,” says Thomas Valter, Director of Product Management at RTW. “Users can now select the version that best integrates with their specific workflow, without compromising on performance or flexibility.”

Core Features Across Both Versions

Regardless of the chosen network protocol, TouchMonitor 5 delivers powerful tools for audio professionals:

• Precision Metering Tools: A comprehensive toolbox of metering instruments, compliant with global loudness standards and professional delivery specifications.
• Support for stereo, surround and immersive formats including 5.1 and 7.1.4.
• Features dialog-gated measurement, ensuring compliance with dialog-based specifications that for example adhere to Netflix delivery standards.
• Includes Audio Vectorscope and Phase Correlation Meter.
• Chart instrument for measurement and display of Loudness over time.
• Customizable User Interface: Fully adaptable layouts and tools to suit individual preferences.
• Compact 5-Inch Design: Combines a small footprint with a high-resolution capacitive touchscreen for effortless control.
• Monitors up to 16 audio channels.

Built for Modern Audio Applications

The TouchMonitor 5 caters to a wide range of professional use cases:

• Broadcast: Ensure compliance with loudness regulations while benefiting from networked audio integration.
• Post-Production: Access to detailed immersive metering and analysis in networked environments.
• Radio: Precise, low-latency monitoring in a compact design, complete with tools for ensuring optimal mono compatibility.

Pricing (ex. VAT)

TouchMonitor 5 Dante®: EUR 1799 / USD 2069

TouchMonitor 5 RAVENNA: EUR 1999 / USD 2299

Availability

Both versions of TouchMonitor 5 are now available through RTW’s global distribution network. For more information on the Dante® and RAVENNA models or to schedule a demo, visit RTW’s official website or contact your local RTW representative.