{"id":63001,"date":"2026-04-02T18:05:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T17:05:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/?p=63001"},"modified":"2026-04-08T12:49:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T11:49:49","slug":"dynaudio-acoustics-m-series-immersive-install-at-the-myworld-smart-cinema","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/2026\/04\/02\/dynaudio-acoustics-m-series-immersive-install-at-the-myworld-smart-cinema\/","title":{"rendered":"Dynaudio Acoustics M-series chosen for huge immersive install at the MyWorld Smart Cinema"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"article-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"header-img quote-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Acoustics-MyWorld-Smart-Cinema.jpg\" alt=\"MyWorld Bristol Smart Cinema with Dynaudio Acoustics M-series speakers\" \/><\/div>\n<h2>Dynaudio powers new benchmark for Immersive Audio and Research<\/h2>\n<p>In Bristol (UK) a pioneering facility is quietly redefining the limits of a traditional cinema. Part of the wider MyWorld programme in the West of England, the <a title=\"www.myworld-creates.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.myworld-creates.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MyWorld Smart Cinema<\/a> is no regular cinema &#8211; it\u2019s a hybrid environment where cutting-edge audio, advanced visual systems and biometric research come together.<\/p>\n<p>A Dolby Atmos-enabled space certified for both theatrical playback and use as a dubbing theatre, the project was led by Facilities Lead Dave Blackham, known for his work in film and television at the BBC and as Head of Operations at ITV, before starting his company <a title=\"www.espritfilm.co.uk\" href=\"https:\/\/www.espritfilm.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Esprit Film<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We sat down with Dave and Studio Technician Emilia Quistelli to find out why <a title=\"Dynaudio Acoustics | M-Series | Synthax Audio UK\" href=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/dynaudio\/dynaudio-acoustics-m-series\/\">Dynaudio Acoustics\u2019 M-series<\/a> loudspeakers were cast in the starring role.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Inside a Dolby Atmos Smart Cinema (MyWorld at The Sheds, Bristol) | Dynaudio Acoustics M-Series MkII\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ov8_76lnEQs\" width=\"1840\" height=\"1035\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<h2>A cinema that watches back<\/h2>\n<p>\u201cA Smart Cinema isn\u2019t just a regular cinema,\u201d explains <strong>Emilia Quistelli<\/strong>, Studio Technician at MyWorld. \u201cIt allows you to dig deeper into audience research using biometric monitoring. We have eye tracking, EEG headsets, heart rate monitors and infrared cameras. All of that data is fed into analytical systems and put through a matrix that we can hand off to researchers, or anyone else who might need the information.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The result is a space that\u2019s not just about viewing content, but viewing the viewers. Audience engagement can be measured at a granular level, opening up new possibilities for everything from film production and test screenings to medical research.<\/p>\n<p>Part of a larger \u00a330 million research programme that&#8217;s pioneering creative technologies and audience response, the Smart Cinema is owned and operated by the <em>University of Bristol<\/em>, with additional partners including the <em>University of Bath<\/em>, <em>Bath Spa University<\/em> and the <em>University of the West of England<\/em>, as well as a range of commercial organisations.<\/p>\n<p>This collaborative model enables a wide variety of research projects, many of which rely heavily on accurate and consistent audio reproduction.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe medical department is carrying out research into autism in here,\u201d Emilia explains. \u201cSound is really, really important to their research. The autonomic response system often works differently in autistic people compared with neurotypical people. Hopefully what they find out here can be used to help develop new treatments and techniques.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Alongside research projects, the space is also used for various screenings, presentations, events, commercial hire and education. Filmmakers can review rushes captured at the other facilities at MyWorld The Sheds \u2013 which also includes a Virtual production stage, Live audio and vision galleries, and a VR &#8216;Reality Emulator&#8217; &#8211; while students gain hands-on experience in a world-class environment.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-63046\" src=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Core-Studio-Monitors-MyWorld-Bristol.jpg\" alt=\"Dynaudio Core 5 studio monitors on stands\" width=\"1799\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Core-Studio-Monitors-MyWorld-Bristol.jpg 1799w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Core-Studio-Monitors-MyWorld-Bristol-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Core-Studio-Monitors-MyWorld-Bristol-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Core-Studio-Monitors-MyWorld-Bristol-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Core-Studio-Monitors-MyWorld-Bristol-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1799px) 100vw, 1799px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><i>MyWorld also has several Edit Suites equipped with <a title=\"Dynaudio Core Series | Synthax Audio UK\" href=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/dynaudio\/dynaudio-core-series\/\">Dynaudio Core Series<\/a><\/i>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-wrapper\">\n<h2>Designing a Complex, Multi-Use Space<\/h2>\n<p>\u201cIt was quite a challenge to pull in all of the requirements,\u201d says Facilities Lead Dave Blackham. \u201cScreen technology, audio technology, and biometric technology. Trying to interpret a creative and engineering brief into a practical solution.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>A team of specialists were brought in including systems integrator Megahertz Ltd, alongside acoustic consultants and loudspeaker experts from Dynaudio.<\/p>\n<p>The complexity of the brief was compounded by evolving requirements: initially conceived as a cinema, the specification later expanded to include full dubbing theatre capabilities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPartway through the project, the specification changed, and it had to be a Dolby mix room as well,\u201d Dave explains. \u201cThat caused a few anxious moments. Thankfully with a couple of minor acoustic modifications we were able to match the requirements, so we can actually use this room as a Dolby approved mix facility now as well.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe support a wide range of formats &#8211; 5.1, 7.1, 9.1.6, and others &#8211; both discrete and matrix. And we\u2019re also exploring wavefront technologies. But, you know, things will change tomorrow. The only thing that is certain in life is things are going to change in future.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-63034\" src=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-M-series-MF30s.jpg\" alt=\"Closeup of three Dynaudio M-series MF30 surround monitors\" width=\"1799\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-M-series-MF30s.jpg 1799w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-M-series-MF30s-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-M-series-MF30s-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-M-series-MF30s-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-M-series-MF30s-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1799px) 100vw, 1799px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-wrapper\">\n<h2>Why the Dynaudio M-series?<\/h2>\n<p>At the heart of this ambitious project are the Dynaudio M-Series MkII monitors, Dynaudio&#8217;s high-performance studio monitors enabling the space meets the world-class technical performance required.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m very familiar with Dynaudio speakers from my time working in dubbing theatres for television,\u201d Dave says. \u201cI should point out that I didn\u2019t go into it thinking we\u2019d just choose Dynaudio. We evaluated a number of systems from different manufacturers, and canvassed opinions from colleagues in both the UK and the US, working in dubbing theatres, studios, and music studios too \u2013 as well as what was being used in mainstream cinema.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The requirements were stringent: high sound pressure levels, low distortion, neutral sound, and compliance with Dolby specifications &#8211; all within a challenging acoustic environment, and without straying over budget. Phil Pyatt of Dynaudio Acoustics was brought in to specify the system, which consists of the following Dynaudio M-series speakers and <a title=\"Amplifiers | M-series MkII | Dynaudio Acoustics\" href=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/dynaudio\/dynaudio-acoustics-m-series\/dynaudio-acoustics-amplifiers\/\">Delta Amplifiers<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 x M3FX for LCR<\/li>\n<li>30 x MF30 surround speakers for overheads<\/li>\n<li>6 x MS18 Subs<\/li>\n<li>40KW power amplification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-63036\" style=\"box-shadow: 2px 2px 4px 5px #eee;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Bristol-Smart-Cinema-Loudspeaker-Diagram.jpg\" alt=\"Bristol Smart Cinema Speaker Diagram\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-wrapper\">\n<p>\u201cPhilip Pyatt specified the speakers for us based on the spec we required,\u201d Dave says. \u201cI&#8217;d much rather rely on his advice, he&#8217;s the expert in that regard. The same with the amplifiers, that\u2019s all <a title=\"Dynaudio Acoustics | Synthax Audio UK\" href=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/dynaudio\/dynaudio-acoustics-m-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dynaudio Acoustics<\/a>. It&#8217;s all part of the same system, completely specified by Phil. He and Dynaudio Acoustics did a fantastic job. I didn&#8217;t feel the need to question it at all.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>For Dave, the defining characteristic of the system is its neutrality.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhat I didn\u2019t want was to have colleagues, clients or researchers saying \u2018wow, that sounds great.\u2019 Well yes, of course it sounds great, but it\u2019s sounding great from the point of view of the content, rather than people commenting on the loudspeakers or the technology.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This philosophy is especially critical in a research environment, where any colouration could skew results.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe technology needs to be transparent. And by and large, the room is. It\u2019s not adding anything that would bias the scientific research we\u2019re doing.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe also knew the building was going to be quite difficult acoustically. You\u2019ve got to meet Dolby specs, achieve the appropriate levels for cinema replay, and ensure neutral sound throughout. Although this is a cinema, it\u2019s designed more like a very large dubbing theatre.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, the Dynaudio M-series proved to be the right fit &#8211; both technically and sonically.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s uncoloured, but not to the point of being boring. It\u2019s a very nice space to work in.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019ve also installed Dynaudio speakers throughout the edit suites. Core 5s, Core 7s, Core 47s &#8211; it\u2019s all part of the same family. You don\u2019t want different colouration from room to room. You want to trust what you\u2019re hearing, wherever you are in the facility.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The success of the Smart Cinema has not gone unnoticed.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019ve already had interest from other clients looking to build similar spaces,\u201d Dave says. \u201cAnd I\u2019d have no hesitation in recommending Dynaudio Acoustics for those projects.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Our thanks to Dave Blackham and Emilia Quistelli.<\/p>\n<p>To find out more about the innovations being developed at the MyWorld at the Smart Cinema, visit:<br \/><a title=\"www.myworld-creates.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.myworld-creates.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.myworld-creates.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-63032\" src=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Acoustics-Delta-M-series-Amplifiers.jpg\" alt=\"Dynaudio Acoustics M-series Delta amplifiers in a machine room\" width=\"1799\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Acoustics-Delta-M-series-Amplifiers.jpg 1799w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Acoustics-Delta-M-series-Amplifiers-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Acoustics-Delta-M-series-Amplifiers-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Acoustics-Delta-M-series-Amplifiers-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dynaudio-Acoustics-Delta-M-series-Amplifiers-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1799px) 100vw, 1799px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-wrapper\">\n<h2>About Dynaudio M-series<\/h2>\n<p>The Dynaudio M-Series MkII monitors represent a once-in-a-generation evolution of the legendary M-Series, expertly engineered in the UK by Dynaudio Acoustics (formerly Munro Acoustics).<\/p>\n<p>Building on a legacy of trusted main monitors in world-class studios such as AIR Studios and Abbey Road Studios, the M-series MkII delivers a complete, uncompromising monitoring system for today\u2019s professional studios.<\/p>\n<p>Combining precision passive design with Dynaudio\u2019s perfectly matched Delta Series amplifiers &#8211; developed in association with MC2 &#8211; and supported by dedicated control solutions such as the Control 01 &#8211; the Dynaudio M-series MkII provides exceptional coherence, control and accuracy at every stage of reproduction.<\/p>\n<p>See the full range of <a title=\"Dynaudio Acoustics | M-Series | Synthax Audio UK\" href=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/dynaudio\/dynaudio-acoustics-m-series\/\">Dynaudio M-series MK-II Monitors<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr style=\"opacity: 0.15;\" \/>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" id=\"dyn-logo\" class=\"head-img alignleft\" style=\"margin-top: 32px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Dynaudio-Logo.jpg\" alt=\"Dynaudio PRO Studio Monitors logo\" width=\"177\" height=\"23\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Dynaudio is world-famous for making hand-crafted high-end loudspeakers for living rooms, home cinemas, cars and professional recording studios.<\/p>\n<p>Since the beginning in 1977, the company has made iconic products rooted in a love of music and film \u2013 reproducing exactly what the artist intended. 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