Android Audio Development – Low Latency & Real-Time Processing

Charles Romaniuk

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About this service

Summary

Bring Low-Latency Audio to Your Android App

Need real-time audio processing without lag or glitches? I specialize in low-latency audio development for Android, ensuring seamless playback, recording, and DSP integration. Whether you're creating a new app or optimizing an existing one, I deliver efficient, high-performance audio solutions using Oboe and NEON-optimized processing.

Process

Project Discussion & Scope Definition

Understand the client's needs: new low-latency audio implementation, optimization, or integration.

Define key deliverables, latency targets, and features based on project requirements.

Outline a milestone-based development plan and provide a cost estimate.

Project Kickoff & Initial Implementation (Milestone 1 - First Payment)

Once the plan is approved, the first milestone is set.

Start with core audio system setup, such as integrating Oboe and setting up the basic audio pipeline.

Deliver an initial working version or proof-of-concept for review.

Feature Development & Optimization (Milestones Adjusted to Scope & Complexity)

Each feature or improvement is assigned a separate milestone as needed:

Core Audio Engine: Playback, recording, or synthesis

DSP & Effects: Filters, reverb, EQ, etc.

Performance Optimization: NEON acceleration, multi-threading, buffer tuning

MIDI & External Integration (if required)

At each milestone, a working version is delivered for feedback before continuing.

Testing & Refinement (Pre-Final Milestone - Performance Testing & Adjustments)

Debugging, profiling, and ensuring smooth, stutter-free audio on various Android devices.

Any final tuning or adjustments to meet performance targets.

Final Delivery & Support (Final Milestone - Last Payment)

Handoff of the completed source code, library, or integrated audio module.

Delivery of technical documentation for future maintenance.

Post-delivery support for minor fixes and integration assistance.

FAQs

What kind of apps can benefit from low-latency audio?
Any app that processes or plays real-time audio—music creation tools, synth apps, samplers, DJ apps, voice processing apps, and game audio engines.
What audio framework do you use?
I use Oboe, the official low-latency audio library for Android, ensuring the best performance across devices.
Can you add effects like reverb, filters, or EQ?
Yes! I can integrate real-time DSP effects, including filters, equalization, and reverb.
Will this work on all Android devices?
I optimize for as many devices as possible, but some older models may have hardware limitations. I ensure performance is as smooth as possible.
Do you provide post-delivery support?
Yes, I offer post-delivery support for minor fixes and integration guidance.

What's included

Optimized Low-Latency Audio Engine
A high-performance audio system for real-time playback and recording with minimal delay.
Seamless Integration & Customization
Implementation using Android Oboe tailored to your app’s needs.
Performance & Stability Optimization
CPU-efficient multi-threaded audio handling to ensure smooth, stutter-free operation

Example projects