Vienna MIR Pro 3D 24 is a streamlined edition of the 3D mixing and reverb convolution plugin, placing up to 24 sources into virtual stages with full 3D audio and Ambisonics support.
Core Concept and Purpose
Vienna MIR Pro 3D 24 is a mixing and reverberation application built on Multi Impulse Response convolution. It lets you position individual audio signals, whether from virtual instruments or other sources, within a multi-sampled virtual room using a MIR Control Icon. Instead of multiple faders and pan pots, the icon manages volume, stereo width, 3D direction, and dry/wet ratio in an intuitive spatial workflow.
This edition is the budget-friendly version of Vienna MIR Pro 3D, limited to placing 24 instruments, ensembles, or audio signals. Other than that cap, it includes all features of the full version. An upgrade path to Vienna MIR Pro 3D exists for those who outgrow the limit. It is not a standalone instrument but a holistic spatialization and reverb tool.
3D Audio and Ambisonics Capabilities
Vienna MIR Pro 3D 24 supports a wide range of output formats, from stereo and surround to binaural, Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos, Auro 3D, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and raw Ambisonics. Instruments and virtual microphones move in three-dimensional space, with the ability to rotate and tilt them in any direction. This enables detailed placement within any acoustic environment.
Higher Order Ambisonics up to 3rd order is used throughout the signal path, providing natural sound with improved enveloping and localization. Existing RoomPack venues are upscaled to HOA through a proprietary process. Additionally, ‘Spheres’ offer an alternative decoding method for Ambisonics, and dry/wet ratio modes are available for Classical, Scoring, and Pop contexts, giving flexible control over spatial attributes.
Workflow and Preset Management
The software simplifies complex spatial mixing. You can choose from factory presets or save your own setups, switching between them instantly. The ‘Roles’ concept allows you to assign musical functions to sound sources, making it easy to mix-and-match instruments across different venues. Pre-configured Venue Presets help set up quickly for optimal results.
Tabbed Venues let you use multiple rooms side-by-side, drag-and-drop instruments or entire orchestras between halls, and even have different setups of the same room open simultaneously. For existing projects, Vienna MIR Pro 3D 24 is compatible with previous Vienna MIR Pro projects, though MIR 3D RoomPacks are required. Projects in Vienna Ensemble Pro 7 may need a free update to integrate smoothly.
Practical Applications and Use Cases
Vienna MIR Pro 3D 24 is ideal for composers and mixing engineers working in immersive audio. It allows authentic placement of solo instruments or full ensembles in realistic virtual spaces, capturing the unique acoustic response of each venue. The result is that a solo horn placed on a virtual stage sounds as if it were actually there, with natural reflections and directionality.
The upmixing feature turns stereo sources into immersive mixes, making it a useful tool for re-releases or enhancing existing productions. Because it accepts any audio signal, not just sampled instruments, you can place effects, dialogue, or foley within the same spatial environment. This versatility suits film scoring, game audio, and music production where precise spatial control matters.
Key features
- Positions up to 24 sources in virtual stages
- Supports stereo, surround, binaural, and immersive outputs
- Uses 3rd Order Ambisonics throughout the signal path
- Includes 3D positioning and rotation for instruments and mics
- Offers Tabbed Venues for multi-room workflows
- Features the MIR Control Icon for intuitive spatial mixing
- Compatible with MIR 3D RoomPacks for acoustic spaces
Best for
Ideal for composers and mixing engineers who work in surround or immersive formats and need a budget-friendly way to place up to 24 sound sources in 3D space. It suits film scoring, game audio, and Atmos-producing projects where realistic acoustic placement is essential, and it also handles stereo upmixing.