Pioneer is recognised by EISA for bringing Dolby Atmos innovation, immersive sound and advanced connectivity to the in-car multimedia experience.
For context, the SPH-EVO109DAB is the world’s first aftermarket spatial audio in-dash receiver to feature Dolby Atmos playback in Apple CarPlay®, wirelessly or wired, delivering an immersive sound experience from the speakers already in the vehicle. It really is as simply as that!
According to the official EISA citation, the arrival of Dolby Atmos in the car audio market represents a significant advancement, with the SPH-EVO109DAB among the first units to incorporate this immersive audio technology.
EISA highlights how Pioneer’s proprietary spatial audio processing can create a three-dimensional soundstage even from 2-channel stereo sources, whilst automatic cabin optimisation helps deliver a refined listening experience without complex manual adjustment. Alongside this audio innovation, the SPH-EVO109DAB features a 10.1-inch HD touchscreen, wireless and wired Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity, Pioneer Split Screen Mode, 48-bit DSP and Dual Camera inputs.
“Winning the EISA In-Car Head Unit 2026-2027 award is a proud moment for Pioneer and strong recognition of our continued commitment to innovation in car entertainment,” said Girish Janday, Marketing Manager, Pioneer Europe NV. “With the SPH-EVO109DAB, we set out to bring a truly immersive, connected and premium
multimedia experience into the vehicle, combining Dolby Atmos innovation with the everyday usability, reliability and quality drivers expect from Pioneer.”
DOLBY ATMOS CERTIFICATION
The SPH-EVO109DAB is the world’s first aftermarket spatial audio in-dash receiver to feature Dolby Atmos playback in Apple CarPlay. To date, in-vehicle Dolby Atmos has been available only in models equipped with Dolby Atmos enabled sound systems. With this receiver, Pioneer expands access to Dolby Atmos through an aftermarket solution that can be installed in millions of existing vehicles, delivering an immersive sound experience leveraging speakers already in the vehicle. Drivers can stream their favourite music, audiobooks, and podcasts in Dolby Atmos from many popular streaming services for a richer in-car entertainment experience with added depth, clarity, and detail.
OPTIMISED 4-CHANNEL SOLUTION
The SPH-EVO109DAB features technology from Dolby that enables a Dolby Atmos listening experience over 4 channels. It leverages a vehicle’s existing front and rear speaker locations to create rich, immersive sound powered by Dolby Atmos. The combination of Dolby Atmos playback technology and Pioneer processing precisely manages sound reproduction to provide a practical, installation-ready upgrade path and the ability to add a spatial audio experience in many consumers’ existing vehicles.
POWERED BY PIONEER’S EXPERTISE IN SOUND TUNING
The SPH-EVO109DAB receiver integrates Pioneer’s proprietary in-vehicle calibration system engineered specifically for the acoustic challenges of the automobile interior. Vehicle cabins vary widely in size, shape, and materials, and aftermarket upgrades can further influence acoustical variables. To account for and adapt to these differences, the technology precisely adjusts time alignment, frequency response, and channel levels to optimise performance and place the listener at the acoustical centre position. This level of accuracy is essential for delivering a Dolby Atmos experience that is true to the creative intent of musicians and content creators.
AVAILABILITY
The SPH-EVO109DAB and all associated vehicle specific variants, are available at Pioneer authorised car audio outlets. For more information visit https://pioneer-car.eu/sph-evo109dab.