ljudmiddleware
Ljudmiddleware is a software library that provides a consistent abstraction layer between audio applications and the underlying hardware and operating systems. Its goal is to enable efficient, low-latency audio processing, reliable routing of streams, and straightforward integration of effects and plugins across environments. The term blends 'ljud' (sound in several Nordic languages) with 'middleware'.
Architecturally, ljudmiddleware typically includes an audio engine, a plugin host interface, a timing and scheduling subsystem,
Typical features include a low-latency audio path, multi-channel support, synchronization with external timelines such as video
The term is not tied to a single, universally adopted specification, and public documentation varies by project.
Typical use cases include real-time game audio, digital audio workstations, live performance setups, and academic research
See also: Audio middleware, Plugin host, Digital signal processing.