11.1.6 Dolby Atmos Studio – 19 Channel Lipinski Speaker Array

My studio is a sonic sanctuary built around an incredible 11.1.6 Dolby Atmos speaker array – which translates to a 19-channel system that’s meticulously designed for absolute sonic transparency. Every speaker in this setup is a Lipinski, and that’s not by accident.

My main layer features 11 Lipinski L-707 speakers – passive, two-way designs with closed cabinets and custom tweeters that deliver extraordinary full-range sound. These monitors are transparent in a way that lets me hear every nuance, every detail of the music I’m working on.

For low-end, I’ve got two massive L-150 subwoofers that not only provide incredible extension in my stereo work but also sum perfectly into the LFE channel for Dolby Atmos. These are robust speakers, literally filled with sand and mounted on proper stands to ensure absolute stability and performance. The height channels are Lipinski L-50s – a newer model I’m fortunate to have early access to. They’re near-field monitors, smaller but using the same custom tweeter technology. What’s remarkable is how they maintain incredible tonal accuracy even at lower frequencies.

My amplification is equally considered. The left and right speakers are actually L-7100 models with custom Lipinski amplifiers, bi-amped with a custom crossover. The other passive monitors are powered by Bryston 9b SST squared amplifiers – two five-channel units that provide ample, clean power.

I use a Trinov for timing alignment, which is crucial with this many speakers. The beauty of these monitors is how they essentially “disappear” – I’m not hearing speakers, I’m hearing pure sound. My goal has always been creating work that translates perfectly across different listening environments.

What truly matters to me is making decisions that sound incredible everywhere – whether it’s consumer systems, other studios, or headphones. I can work comfortably at medium to low volumes all day without ear fatigue, which is critical for long mastering and mixing sessions.

These speakers inspire me to dig deeper, to shape sounds with incredible precision. As a mastering engineer working across multiple genres – with a particular love for acoustic instruments – I need monitors that reveal everything. The Lipinski system does exactly that.

My entire setup represents a commitment to sonic excellence. From the matched tweeters across all speakers to the carefully considered amplification, every element is chosen to provide the most accurate, inspiring listening experience possible. Speakers are deeply personal, and for me, the Lipinski monitors aren’t just equipment – they’re the gateway to creating music that sounds phenomenal everywhere.