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Sound System Diagnostic

Quick analysis using rule-based engine. Checks frequency response, phase, and basic coherence metrics.

AI-Powered Sound System Diagnostics for Audio Professionals

SonaVyx AI Diagnostic analyzes your measurement data -- frequency response, phase alignment, coherence, reverberation time, speech intelligibility metrics, and more -- and translates raw numbers into actionable insights. Instead of staring at graphs and trying to interpret what is wrong, let AI identify the problems, rank them by severity, and tell you exactly how to fix them. Whether you are commissioning a new install, troubleshooting a touring rig, or optimizing a house of worship system, the diagnostic tool accelerates your workflow and catches issues that manual analysis might miss.

Two Analysis Modes

The Quick mode uses a rule-based engine that runs entirely in your browser. It checks for common problems such as excessive low-frequency buildup, comb filtering artifacts, poor coherence in specific frequency bands, and misaligned arrival times between speaker zones. Quick mode is free, fast, and requires no internet connection after the page loads. The Full mode sends your data to the SonaVyx AI backend, where a large language model trained on audio engineering knowledge performs a deep analysis. It considers the relationships between multiple measurement parameters simultaneously, identifies subtle issues, and produces detailed EQ, gain, and delay recommendations. Full mode requires a SonaVyx Pro subscription.

System Health Score

The centerpiece of the diagnostic report is the System Health Score -- a single number from 0 to 100 that summarizes the overall quality of your sound system's performance. The score is computed from six weighted categories: Frequency Balance examines how flat and even your frequency response is; Phase Alignment checks for destructive interference between drivers or speaker zones; Coverage Uniformity evaluates consistency across multiple measurement positions; Noise Floor assesses signal-to-noise ratio and identifies noise sources; Reverberation analyzes RT60 and early reflection patterns; and Equipment Match compares measured performance against manufacturer specifications. Each category gets its own sub-score, so you can quickly see where the weakest links are.

Problem Detection and Recommendations

Below the scores, the diagnostic lists every detected problem as a card sorted by severity. Critical issues (red) are things that must be fixed immediately -- a blown driver, a phase-reversed cable, or a feedback-prone frequency. Warnings (amber) are issues that degrade performance but may be acceptable in some contexts -- minor comb filtering, slightly elevated noise floor, or non-optimal crossover alignment. Informational items (blue) are suggestions for improvement that may not be strictly necessary. Each problem card expands to show a detailed description and a specific recommendation. For example, instead of just saying "low-frequency buildup detected," the AI might recommend "Apply a -4.5 dB cut at 125 Hz with Q 2.0 on the left subwoofer output to reduce low-frequency buildup caused by boundary coupling with the stage-left wall."

EQ Curve Overlay

When the AI recommends equalization changes, they are visualized as an EQ curve overlay. Each recommended band is shown as a dot on a frequency axis, with position indicating the frequency and vertical offset indicating the gain adjustment. The band list below provides exact frequency, gain, Q factor, and filter type (peak, low shelf, high shelf, or notch) values that you can punch directly into your system processor or mixing console. This eliminates guesswork and ensures that the AI's recommendations translate precisely to your equipment.

Workflow Integration

The AI Diagnostic tool integrates seamlessly with the rest of the SonaVyx platform. Start by running a Transfer Function measurement to capture your system's response. The measurement data flows directly into the diagnostic engine. If the diagnostic identifies an equipment-related issue, jump to the Equipment Scanner to verify the gear in question. After applying the recommended corrections, re-measure and re-diagnose to confirm the improvement. This iterative measure-diagnose-correct loop is the gold standard for professional sound system optimization, and SonaVyx makes it faster and more accessible than ever before.

Frequently Asked Questions

What measurement data does the AI Diagnostic analyze?
The diagnostic analyzes frequency response magnitude, phase response, coherence, impulse response, RT60 reverberation time, and speech transmission index (STI) data. It can work with data from SonaVyx's built-in Transfer Function measurement tool or from imported measurement files.
What is the difference between Quick and Full diagnostic modes?
Quick mode uses a rule-based engine that runs in your browser -- it is free, fast, and works offline. It catches common issues like frequency imbalances, phase problems, and poor coherence. Full mode uses AI (Claude by Anthropic) for deep analysis that considers multiple parameters simultaneously, producing more nuanced diagnoses and specific EQ/gain/delay recommendations. Full mode requires a Pro subscription.
How is the System Health Score calculated?
The score is a weighted average of six category scores: Frequency Balance (how flat your response is), Phase Alignment (destructive interference check), Coverage Uniformity (consistency across positions), Noise Floor (signal-to-noise ratio), Reverberation (RT60 analysis), and Equipment Match (measured vs. manufacturer specs). Each category is scored 0-100 and weighted by importance.
Can I use the EQ recommendations directly in my system processor?
Yes. The AI provides exact frequency, gain (in dB), Q factor, and filter type (peak, low shelf, high shelf, notch) for each recommended EQ band. You can enter these values directly into your DSP processor, digital mixing console, or system controller. The recommendations are designed to be practical and immediately applicable.
Do I need to take measurements first before running a diagnostic?
Yes, the diagnostic requires measurement data to analyze. You can capture measurements using SonaVyx's Transfer Function tool, which provides frequency response, phase, coherence, and impulse response data. The measurement data is passed automatically to the diagnostic engine when you run the analysis.