Assistive listening is one of the most overlooked parts of AV design, and one of the most impactful when done well. Ampetronic | Listen Technologies is pushing the category forward with Auri, the first Auracast broadcast audio-based assistive listening system, and its latest additions at InfoComm 2026 give venues more ways to deliver clear, inclusive audio.
What Is Auracast Broadcast Audio?
Auracast is a Bluetooth-based broadcast audio standard that allows a single audio source to transmit to an unlimited number of compatible receivers at once. Unlike traditional Bluetooth pairing, which connects one device to one source, Auracast lets any number of listeners tune into the same audio stream using their own hearing aids, earbuds, or dedicated receivers.
For venues, that means assistive listening no longer requires proprietary, single-purpose hardware for every attendee. It opens the door to broadcast audio that works with the devices people already carry.
What’s New With Auri at InfoComm 2026
Launched in 2025, Auri is the first assistive listening system built on the Auracast standard. At InfoComm 2026, Listen Technologies and Ampetronic expanded the system with two new additions:
- A new neck loop lanyard designed for users with telecoil-equipped hearing aids or cochlear implants, allowing seamless switching between telecoil mode and earphone mode.
- A dark-finish option for the Auri two-channel transmitter, giving venues more design flexibility to match the aesthetic of the space.
These additions build on a system that’s already been installed in transit centres, stadiums, concert halls, houses of worship, and universities around the world.
Why Assistive Listening Compliance Matters
Assistive listening isn’t just good practice, it’s frequently a legal requirement. Venues in the United States are typically expected to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements for assistive listening device counts based on seating capacity, and similar standards apply under California Building Code and Australia’s Disability Discrimination Act.
Meeting these requirements well, rather than treating them as a minimum, is what separates a compliant venue from one that’s genuinely accessible. A system like Auri gives venues the flexibility to do both at once.
How Auri Compares to Traditional Systems
Traditional assistive listening relies on either hearing loop systems, which require dedicated in-floor or in-ceiling wiring, or narrowband RF and infrared systems that need proprietary receivers. Auracast-based systems like Auri broadcast over Bluetooth to a wider range of compatible devices, simplifying both installation and the end-user experience.
For new construction or major renovations, this flexibility can reduce infrastructure costs while improving the experience for the people the system is designed to serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Auracast broadcast audio?
Auracast is a Bluetooth-based standard that lets one audio source broadcast to an unlimited number of receivers at once, allowing multiple listeners to tune into the same audio stream on their own devices.
What is the Auri assistive listening system?
Auri, from Ampetronic | Listen Technologies, is the first assistive listening system built on the Auracast standard, launched in 2025 and expanded with new hardware options in 2026.
Do venues need Auri to meet ADA requirements?
Venues have several options for meeting ADA assistive listening requirements, including hearing loops, RF or infrared systems, and Auracast-based systems like Auri. Auri is one way to meet those requirements while offering broader device compatibility.
What’s new in the latest Auri release?
The InfoComm 2026 update added a neck loop lanyard for telecoil and cochlear implant users, and a dark-finish option for the Auri two-channel transmitter.
Where is Auri typically installed?
Auri has been deployed in transit centres, stadiums, concert halls, houses of worship, and universities, and is suited to any venue with a need for spoken-word audio accessibility.
How GAV MGMT Designs Accessible AV Systems
GAV MGMT designs and integrates AV systems that meet accessibility requirements without compromising on the experience of the space. Whether you’re planning a new venue or upgrading an existing assistive listening system, our team can help you evaluate the right approach for your environment.
Contact GAV MGMT to talk through your venue’s accessibility and AV design needs.
Written by Gianfranco, Digital Marketing Manager at GAV MGMT