Echo Cancellation Support for External Audio Gear (e.g. to Reduce Feedback from Speakers)
planned
ultracello
Description:
Introduce an optional echo cancellation feature in Loopy Pro to reduce feedback and echo when using external speakers and microphones in the same environment.
Problem:
When using Loopy Pro with external audio gear (e.g. microphones routed through Loopy and output via speakers), feedback and echo artifacts are common, especially in live or rehearsal settings. Currently, users have to manage this manually with gain staging, mic placement, or external hardware/software — which is not always practical or effective.
Proposed Solution:
Add a built-in echo cancellation option that:
- Actively analyzes the output signal and suppresses its re-entry via the input
- Works similarly to echo cancellation in video conferencing apps, but optimized for musical use
- Can be enabled per input channel or globally
- Includes adjustable parameters for fine-tuning (e.g. cancellation strength, latency tolerance)
Benefits:
- Reduces risk of feedback in live performance or rehearsal setups
- Makes it easier to use Loopy Pro with open speakers and microphones
- Enhances experience for vocalists, acoustic instrumentalists, and loop-based performers without needing in-ear monitoring
- Lowers technical barrier for mobile setups in public or small room environments
Examples:
- Singing live into a mic with Loopy Pro effects and output through nearby PA speakers
- Looping acoustic instruments without headphones in a controlled feedback-safe setup
- Using Loopy Pro in classroom or workshop settings with ambient mics and speakers
This summary was automatically generated by ChatGPT-4 on 2025-05-17.
ultracello
Cool would be a very low (ideally not noticeable) latency LIVE feedback suppressor like industry standard 19" hardware "Sabine FBX2410" but with very, very smallest filter. Any suggestions for AUv3 plugins doing this already are warmly welcome.
ultracello
My experience is that most hardware feedback killer / suppressor can't decide between long delay FX tails versus de facto feedbacks. If Loopy Pro could do this – I could imagine that this could be technically doable with some sort of (maybe hefty CPU processing) live processing – this would be awesome. Maybe this could be possible if data of the (upcoming) Loopy Pro internal delay FX versus the incoming audio signal of your instrument will be compared live and the feedback stuff will be immediately or with some very minimal latency extracted.
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beardyman
i personally think this is a poor use of time. Anyone serious about looping will take effective steps to mitigate feedback IMHO
ultracello
planned