Grapes 3D – the intuitive 3D Audio Software for Controlling any Spatial Audio Engine
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Grapes 3D is an intuitive 3D Audio Software designed to choreograph object-based spatial audio systems via OSC. It enables precise movement, flexible routing, and seamless integration into studio and live performance workflows.
Features
Clip Based Sequencer
control single objects or create groups
choose a movement, behavior or draw your own trajectory
trigger single clips or full scenes
customize and finetune trajectories
Canvas
keep the overview
easy workflow with quick edits
drag, scale, rotate trajectories and objects
draw directly on the canvas
scale your session
move the listener
Multi OSC Interface
connect to leading 3D audio processors via presets
create custom OSC presets to control whatever can receive OSC
utilize multiple OSC modules to send to various receivers—sound, visual, show control, and game engines—all at once in real time.
receive OSC
Integration
VST3 Plugin
mac OS and win
seamless integration in your DAW
record all movements as midi automation
sync to your host application or external
- use your favorite (Midi) controllers
Standalone Application
mac OS and win
Integration into show control setups
Integration with mixing desk setups
Tour-friendly operation
- Full spatial audio control from anywhere in the venue
What is Grapes 3D
Grapes is an intuitive 3D audio software for spatial mixing across any 3D audio engine. Acting as a middleware platform, it connects creative workflows with immersive audio technologies, unlocking new possibilities for sound designers, producers, musicians, and studios.
Designed for speed, creative flow, and precision, Grapes 3D helps users quickly realize ideas, explore new creative approaches, and craft immersive sound experiences for music, film, games, and live performances. By reducing technical complexity in 3D audio production, it frees more space for artistic exploration and sound design. Its intuitive spatial control interface enables sound objects to be choreographed creatively, controlled in real time, and seamlessly integrated into both live and studio workflows.
Grapes 3D combines technical precision with artistic freedom, empowering both creative and professional users with a powerful tool that makes their work more efficient, expressive, and inspiring. → Learn more
FAQs
Is Grapes a 3D audio engine?
No. Grapes 3D is not a 3D audio engine itself. Instead, it connects via OSC to the 3D audio engine of your choice, sending positioning data for sound objects and enabling faster, more intuitive, and more creative spatial audio mixing and performance.
Can I integrate Grapes 3D in my DAW?
Yes. In addition to the standalone application, Grapes 3D is available as a VST3 plugin and works in any VST3-compatible DAW. You can record spatial movements as MIDI automation or trigger movement clips and scenes directly from your DAW’s timeline — giving you full control of immersive audio within your existing workflow.
Can I mix Dolby Atmos with Grapes 3D?
Yes. Grapes 3D works with Dolby Atmos in some DAWs. Since Atmos doesn’t have an open OSC interface, Grapes can’t control the renderer directly. Instead, Grapes 3D controls the objects through the DAW’s integrated Dolby Atmos panners or the Dolby Atmos Music Panner — for example in Nuendo or Reaper — allowing you to shape spatial audio efficiently within your existing Atmos workflow.
Is Grapes 3D work for live context / performance?
Yes. Grapes 3D works for live artistic performance and show control. It sends real-time positioning data to your 3D audio engine, letting artists and audio engineers perform, automate, and shape sound objects dynamically.
Can I transport my Grapes 3D mix from one 3D audio engine to another?
Yes — absolutely! This is one of Grapes 3D’s standout features. You can simply change the OSC output and send your full spatial mix to another 3D audio engine. This gives you maximum flexibility and independence from specific systems, making it easy to transport your show or composition across different setups. Individual scaling options further enhance this process, ensuring your mix adapts accurately to each system.
Can I use a MIDI controller to control Grapes 3D?
Yes. Grapes 3D supports MIDI input and allows you to map parameters to any MIDI controller. You can control spatial positions, movement speeds, clip and row triggers, and almost any other parameter in real time.
How do I connect Grapes 3D to my 3D audio engine or processor?
Grapes 3D connects to external 3D audio engines and processors via OSC (Open Sound Control), either locally on your computer or over a network.
Simply configure the target IP address and port inside Grapes 3D. Once connected, spatial position and control data are sent directly to your renderer or processor — giving you precise, real-time control over your 3D audio environment.
Grapes 3D also comes with over 15 partner-approved OSC presets to get you started quickly with major spatial audio engines.
Which 3D Audio Engines Are Compatible with Grapes 3D?
Any 3D audio engine that supports OSC input can be controlled with Grapes 3D.
Grapes 3D includes over 15 partner-approved OSC presets for leading spatial audio engines and processors. You can also create fully customized OSC presets to communicate with any OSC-compatible system — from audio renderers and immersive processors to media servers, visual software, and dome projection systems.
Who Benefits
For everyone who wants to shape sound in space – not just place it.
Sounddesigner
Creative 3D movements
Precise control of individual objects
Reusable scenes & presets
Compatible with popular immersive engines
Music Producer & Artists
- High-performance 3D automation
- Clip-based workflow
- DAW integration (VST3, MIDI, Sync)
- Creative sound design beyond stereo
Venues & Operators
Central control of complex sound reinforcement
Reliable show reproducibility
Live flexibility for operators
Integration into existing systems
Partners
