© 2024 OCTAV Integrated Design Inc.
We do Audio Visual Integration Acoustic Consulting Loudspeaker System Design Control System Programming User Interface Design Visual Media Systems
Highlights of our work in action.
OCTAV redefines seamless project integration and is dedicated to user-centred design with a focus on simplicity, quality, and reliability. We ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and provide comprehensive training, documentation, and ongoing support for lasting success. Explore our showcased projects below, each surpassing expectations and exemplifying our commitment to excellence.
Ubisoft, Toronto
Dolby Atmos Studios
Two 7.1.4 ATMOS studios with some incredible features plus flexible and powerful I/O to blow their expectations out of the water, all controlled by our custom programmed, modular and tactile controller.
“I trust the results of these rooms way more than I trusted the mixes before.”
Eduardo VaismanAudio Director, Ubisoft Toronto
Wolf Hall, London ON
Performance Audio System
Audio system offering the highest degree of sound quality for a world-class performing arts theatre, designed in a “LCR” configuration with powerful bass extension from a 2 x 18″ subwoofer, and digital routing from a Digico console with analog redundancy.
“I wish I had more theatres so I could continue to work with the team at OCTAV!”
Robert GiorginiCoordinator, Wolf Performance Hall
Durham College, Oshawa
Media Hub
Seamless AV control of all production AV equipment through a bespoke touch panel interface, crafted to our design standards. The hub attracts visitors from across the globe, serving as a nexus for collaboration and inspiration.
“Our students will be able to put their experience with top-of-the-line tech on their resumé - tech we wouldn't have even known about without OCTAV's expertise!”
Dan MacInallyMedia Hub Manager, DCSA
Shaping Experiences. Removing Barriers.
Building Connections.
Where our expertise shines.
Performance Audio-Video
Transforming stage performances for a live audience through thoughtful design, our focus is on delivering superior audio and visuals.
Pro Audio-Visual
Delivering excellence in corporate, educational, and public settings, our audio-visual solutions seamlessly integrate for impactful events and presentations.
Large Venue Acoustics
Achieve optimal sound for audiences through geometrical shaping and balancing sound reflection, absorption, and diffusion. Our specialty is making loudspeaker systems and acoustics work together.
Studio Acoustics
Controlled environments designed to minimize external noise, optimize modal distribution, and promote desirable sound reflections, our goal is high fidelity sound reproduction.
Control Systems
Tailored control seamlessly integrates your technology ecosystem, accessible at your fingertips. Effortlessly operate, manage, and monitor your technology system through an intuitive touch interface.
Critical Audio
Where every link in the chain demands accuracy so that precision capture and reproduction can reveal nuanced details for consistently superior sound quality.
Building Mech. Noise & Vibration
We focus on mitigating air-borne, duct-borne and structure-borne noise to minimize the mechanical systems detrimental impacts and maximize acoustic fidelity.
Sound Isolation
Our approach integrates space planning and meticulous analysis of airborne sound transmission and partition insulation to promote superior acoustic quality and reduced distraction.
Why octav
When you choose octav, you’re choosing a group of people who are deeply invested in your success, who go above and beyond to turn your vision into reality.
Our team of scientists and engineers are also artists and musicians, blending creativity with technical expertise. This allows us to deliver beyond expectations, providing a personalized experience tailored to your needs.
From initial conversations to final deployment and beyond, octav is with you every step of the way. We ensure your project’s success extends far into the future.
Start a conversation to begin experiencing the OCTAV difference.
Real experience. Real satisfaction.
Meet our team who make it happen.
John Herder (MSc. Architectural Acoustics, CTS-D) is the founder and Design Principal of acoustics & audio-visual at OCTAV. He has worked on varied projects across Canada and the United States, and specializes in interior acoustical modeling & design, sound isolation analysis & prediction, and loudspeaker modeling, design, and optimization. He earned his Master’s degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, New York, and has additional degrees in electro-acoustic music composition and audio engineering. John enjoys teaching about acoustics and audio systems design and has lectured at the Ontario Institute of Audio Recording Technology (OIART) in London and Metalworks Institute in Mississauga.
John enjoys playing the piano and synths, singing, and recording music with others. Whenever possible, he loves to travel with his family and “live like locals” in different global destinations.
Vivek Shankar (MASc. Mechanical Engineering, PEng, CTS) is an Acoustic & Systems Engineer at OCTAV. He has a wide range of experience researching and consulting in architectural noise & vibration, and environmental acoustics, with specialization in computational acoustic analysis. Vivek is also a proficient technical and scientific programmer, having developed web-based software tools to aid Toronto’s leading acoustic consultants in solving complex acoustical challenges. Vivek oversees acoustic engineering, control systems design & programming, AV networking, and broadcast video systems. Outside of his professional role, Vivek is an avid photographer and leather restorer.
Dwayne Slack (CTS, CTS-I) is Project Manager at OCTAV. Behind every OCTAV project, he is the “glue” that holds everything together in perfect balance and develops plans for seamless execution. Not only does Dwayne bring over 20 years of experience to OCTAV’s project delivery achievements, he does so in perfect alignment with one of OCTAV’s core values: creating an exceptional experience working with our team.
By choosing OCTAV, you will inevitably be in regular communication with Dwayne, and you’ll quickly realize that your project is in good hands.
Heidi Tratnik (CPA, CGA) acts as Controller for OCTAV. Her accounting practice fulfills the Controller function and offers internal accounting support for companies across Canada. With over 15 years of experience in companies from a variety of industries, she is focused on helping entrepreneurs turn their vision into a sustainable business. Having worked with John and OCTAV from its early days, she is excited to be a part of this thriving business.
Gem Lee (MSW, RSW) is a human services management professional with over 15 years’ experience in diverse sectors. As Culture and Communications Lead at OCTAV, she is passionate about building a people centred culture and genuine relationships, and clear communication. When she’s not at work, Gem is busy chasing after her adventurous toddler and volunteering at a local community health centre board.
As Installation Lead at OCTAV, Reg is responsible for managing the installation of acoustics and AV systems. He has over 30 years of experience in construction and mechanics and is highly skilled at troubleshooting the realities of real buildings, turning designs on paper into real life.
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