Next-gen broadcast audio solutions take center stage with a new 48-fader surface and server-based dsp architecture.
The NAB Show 2026 floor is buzzing with innovation, and Calrec is leading the charge in broadcast audio evolution. This year, the company is capturing the industry’s attention by expanding its acclaimed Argo M console lineup and showcasing a groundbreaking shift toward software-driven workflows, giving sound engineers unprecedented control and deployment flexibility.
EXPANDING THE HARDWARE: THE 48-FADER ARGO M DEBUTS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN THE US
A major highlight here at the NAB Show, where this gear is being showcased for the very first time, is the official expansion of the Argo M family. Calrec is now presenting the 48-fader version of the console. Previously, the lineup only consisted of the 24 and 36-fader models. This brand-new 48-fader configuration is making its inaugural appearance here in the US, providing a much larger physical surface for engineers who need comprehensive, hands-on control over complex live broadcasts.
IMPULSE V: THE TRANSITION TO VIRTUALIZED DSP ON DELL SERVERS
In addition to the large-format surface, Calrec is also displaying the 24-fader version of the Argo M to highlight a radical technological shift. The defining and brand-new aspect of this setup is that it completely bypasses Calrec’s traditional, hardware-based DSP for audio processing. Instead, the console’s processing is driven by a virtualized DSP solution known as ImPulse V. This core runs entirely as a virtual machine on a standard Dell server operating right on the floor. ImPulse V introduces a completely different, highly flexible choice for broadcasters looking to achieve top-tier audio processing through an IT-centric architecture.