As audio devices become more advanced, from USB headsets to podcast microphones, testing them has grown increasingly complex and expensive. Traditional workflows often rely on specialized drivers like ASIO, limiting flexibility and increasing setup effort. APx500 Version 10.0 addresses these challenges with a major enhancement: expanded Windows Audio support.

This new capability allows users to access up to 16 channels of simultaneous input and output, matching the performance of ASIO while eliminating its constraints. Engineers can now connect directly to nearly any device recognized by a Windows PC, creating a more flexible and accessible testing environment.

Computer-connected audio devices can be tested directly through Windows Audio without the need for additional middleware, enabling a simpler and fully automatable workflow. The software also extends compatibility to devices that do not support ASIO drivers, including systems based on Dante or Analog Devices A2B, allowing broader integration with existing hardware setups.

In production environments, APx500 Version 10.0 supports standard Windows soundcards, reducing reliance on specialized hardware and helping lower overall testing costs while maintaining high measurement precision and automation capabilities.

Available now for users with an active subscription, APx500 Version 10.0 can also be explored through a 30-day trial for perpetual license holders, making it easy to experience a more efficient and flexible approach to audio testing.