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Immersive Spatial Audio in Alt:V

Alt:V features a sophisticated, built-in 3D spatial voice system that provides high-fidelity audio directly within the engine. This native integration eliminates the need for external plugins like TeamSpeak or Mumble, offering a smooth and deeply immersive communication experience for roleplay and tactical coordination alike.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Time

5 Minutes

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Server-Side Configuration

Fine-tuning the voice system is handled within the voice object of your server.cfg (or server.toml) file.
1

Access the Configuration

In your Game Panel, navigate to the Files tab and open the server.cfg file for editing.
2

Initialize the Voice Property

Locate or create the voice property block.
voice: {
  bitrate: 64000
}
3

Optimize Audio Quality

Adjust the bitrate value to balance audio fidelity and network performance:
  • 64000 (Recommended): Provides crystal-clear audio suitable for immersive roleplay.
  • 32000: A more efficient setting for high-population servers to conserve bandwidth while maintaining intelligible communication.

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Scaling Your Voice Infrastructure

As your community grows, you may need to consider more advanced hosting configurations for your audio traffic.
By default, Alt:V processes voice traffic directly through the main game server. This is the optimal configuration for small to medium-sized communities, providing a simple, all-in-one setup.

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Network & Firewall Configuration

The Alt:V voice system uses UDP traffic for low-latency transmission. If you are implementing a custom firewall strategy, ensure that the appropriate ports are open. FREAKHOSTING’s specialized DDoS protection is already pre-configured to prioritize and protect Alt:V voice traffic.

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Technical Features

The engine automatically calculates volume and panning based on the 3D distance between player entities. This allows players to perceive the direction and distance of a speaker, significantly enhancing the sense of presence in the game world.
Alt:V’s voice engine includes integrated noise suppression to help filter out background static and peripheral sounds, ensuring that communication remains clear even in busy environments.

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Last Updated: January 2026 | Audio: Enhancing immersion through sound.