I’m just getting started with FMOD and am wondering if it’s realistic to use it just for non-spatialized soundtrack elements, while also using the Unity spatializer / sound system for environmental sounds – including obstruction and occlusion etc.) The FMOD setup wizard does a good job encouraging o…

[image] stevenbrent: The FMOD setup wizard does a good job encouraging one to bypass Unity audio, but is there a case to be made for using both? The “case” is entirely dependent on whatever best addresses your needs - we recommend disabling Unity audio to save on system resources, but FMOD an…

Thanks very much, @Leah_FMOD – I appreciate the quick reply and the suggestions. Just to be clear, there’s nothing inherently naughty about attaching both an FMOD and a Unity audio listener to a player object, right? I’m not overly worried about resource usage at this time.

Attaching both the FMOD and Unity listener to the same GameObject shouldn’t cause any issues. They both interact with their own audio systems, and there’s no interaction between the two.

FMOD for non-diegetic sound + Unity Spatializer for objects?

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stevenbrent November 9, 2023, 12:05pm 5

Thanks again! I really appreciate your help.

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