Source-Connect 4 Beta Release Notes

About Source-Connect 4 

Source-Connect 4 is a significant update to Source-Connect 3 that extends the capabilities where audio professionals can record remotely over the internet with precision and confidence. Source-Connect 4 is a software application with bundled workstation plugins for MacOS and Windows that is used for real-time studio-quality audio and data streaming. A full feature set covers every modern workflow when working with remote audio and video timelines, with LTC/MTC support and automated source file retrieval to ensure perfect recordings regardless of network conditions. With the AAC ELDv2 codec from Fraunhofer and reinforced with a private, secure, globally-distributed cloud architecture, Source-Connect 4 ensures excellent streaming connectivity even in the most remote locations, and supports enterprise IT requirements. Source-Connect 4 also features three new license types that take over from Standard, Pro and Pro X: Talent, Studio and Facility. 

Minimum Requirements

• macOS Mojave 10.14 
• Windows 10 

December 3, 2024: 4.0.0.4159-Beta 

• No iLok required: now account-based.
• Port forwarding is optional for Studio/Facility licenses.
• Supports calls of up to 6 participants.
• Redesigned responsive UI.
• Local cache storage of recordings for backup.
• Automated Restore of missed packets in remote recording.
• Automated Replace of AAC to PCM WAV in remote recording.
• Secure transfer via S3, can be customized to your own S3 service.
• Remote Transport Sync from one to many timelines with LTC and MTC timecode.
• Up to 24 channels (Facility license).
• Support for sub-account administration.
• End-to-end encryption.