Boris FX has updated its Sequoia digital audio workstation to version 2026.5, introducing a Spatial Panner designed to manage stereo, surround, and immersive audio formats inside a single workspace. According to Boris FX Director of Product Marketing, Pro Audio, Patrick Donohoe, the tool eliminates the need to rebuild mixes from scratch when delivering content across multiple formats simultaneously.
Unified Immersive Mixing in Sequoia 2026.5
The new Spatial Panner in Sequoia 2026.5 replaces track-by-track panning and tool-switching with a unified visual space. According to product specifications from Boris FX, the system supports mono, stereo, surround, and immersive 3D channel formats scaling up to 22.2.
While adjustments link across versions, users retain the freedom to tweak individual target formats separately, as noted by Patrick Donohoe.
Pro Tip: Utilize the optional 3D view in the Spatial Panner to visualize source placement and relationships clearly, and employ the hide-sources feature to reduce visual clutter during complex sessions.
Advanced Workflow Tools and Visual Controls
Each active source displays individual peak meters, solo and mute buttons, and distinct track colors.
Additional tools built into the Spatial Panner include:
- Speaker-snap for precise placement.
- Symmetry mode, stereo handle, and spread control for stereo sources.
- Rotation mode and modifiers for flexible source movements.
- Center divergence control alongside advanced support for pan presets, Matrix mode, and external VST panners.
Did You Know? The Sequoia 2026.5 update also delivers speedier overall performance, featuring real-time waveform calculation during playback, an enhanced video engine, and improved plug-in compatibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What channel formats does the new Sequoia Spatial Panner support?
According to Boris FX, the Spatial Panner supports mono, stereo, surround, and immersive 3D channel formats up to 22.2.
Do I need to rebuild mixes from scratch for different output formats?
No. According to Patrick Donohoe, adjustments are linked across versions, allowing one movement to update stereo, surround, and immersive mixes simultaneously while still permitting individual target format adjustments.
What performance improvements come with Sequoia 2026.5?
The update offers real-time waveform calculation during playback, an enhanced video engine, and improved plug-in compatibility, as reported in the product release details.
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