In my search for the ultimate multi channel/zone HTPC I came across Dante Network Audio. They make use of the existing Computer Network to send and sync audio up to 512 channels and more.
The latency seems very low and it can send and synchronize clock signals between multiple devices.
They have a virtual sound card (64 channels) which uses your existing network port
https://www.audinate.com/products/software/dante-virtual-soundcard
They have a physical sound card (64 - 128 channels) with word clock synchronization
https://www.audinate.com/products/manufacturer-products/dante-pcie-card
And a bunch of other products
https://www.audinate.com/products
And a bunch of other Dante enabled products
https://www.audinate.com/products/dante-enabled
This is all for Pro Audio at the moment, but if I would to have a crystal bow, it probably will show this. For me this all makes perfect sense, and it creates many possibilities for our future digital life style.
In some way, this already exist in Sonos like systems and in some way in wireless speakers, but none give you the freedom and flexibility that Dante could provide.
Anyone else just as exited as me about this?