Powersoft announced that it is set to unveil AnyMATE and its first implementation, SpeakerMATE at the 2026 ISE Show at Fira de Barcelona at booth 7F300 at ISE 2026, with the new technologies designed to add identification, monitoring and data exchange capabilities directly to passive loudspeakers without the need for additional network cabling or external power.
AnyMATE is a communication technology based on a proprietary protocol and a patent-pending physical-layer implementation. Rather than relying on Ethernet or wireless connections, AnyMATE exchanges data directly via an amplifier’s output channels. This makes it possible to identify and monitor downstream devices without deploying a separate control network, aligning more closely with the realities of installed audio environments that often feature long cable runs, Hi-Z architectures and legacy infrastructure.
Developed within Powersoft’s R&D department over more than a decade, AnyMATE has been refined through extensive internal testing before being brought to market. The technology is not limited to new installations. Where amplifiers have sufficient current-sensing and processing capability, AnyMATE can be introduced into existing systems by adding compatible downstream hardware, making it suitable for retrofit projects in sectors such as transport, retail and large venues.
SpeakerMATE represents the first practical application of the AnyMATE platform. The compact hardware module establishes communication between amplifiers and passive loudspeakers and can be deployed either as an external add-on near the loudspeaker or integrated directly by loudspeaker manufacturers. For retrofit applications, SpeakerMATE connects in parallel with the speaker line via quick-splice connectors and requires no dedicated power supply, simplifying installation and minimizing downtime.
Once installed, SpeakerMATE devices are automatically discovered and configured through Powersoft’s Armonía+ software. Additional data can be written to the device in advance, including speaker brand and model information, enabling the system to suggest appropriate presets and helping to reduce configuration errors during commissioning.
Beyond identification, SpeakerMATE incorporates a temperature sensor, accelerometer and microphone, with the option to interface with an external sensor via a GPI port. These features enable added monitoring and diagnostics for passive loudspeakers, including temperature and tilt measurement, on-demand sound pressure level testing, and access to detailed metadata such as installation notes, serial numbers and lifecycle history.
When integrated with cloud-based services such as MyPowersoft, accessed via MyUniverso, SpeakerMATE allows system status and anomalies to be monitored remotely. This capability supports faster fault-finding, preventative maintenance and reduced site visits, particularly suitable for large, distributed systems such as shopping centers, airports, stadiums, cinemas and theme parks.
Powersoft is introducing AnyMATE as a platform rather than a single product, with the potential for future expansion and licensing to third-party manufacturers. By embedding intelligence into existing infrastructure, AnyMATE and SpeakerMATE can transform passive loudspeakers from silent endpoints into active participants within the networked AV environment.
Claudio Lastrucci, R&D director at Powersoft, states, “These technologies demonstrate the importance we place on investing in research and development, constantly striving to raise the bar when it comes to innovation in the audio sector. Our passion lies in innovating outside of conventional norms, looking to how we can develop both products and platforms which deliver exceptional performance and seamless workflows. It’s exciting to see AnyMATE’s application in SpeakerMATE, and this is only the beginning for a technology which we are sure is going to make a huge impact.”
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