The library follows a model similar to OpenGL, using a state machine approach:
| Feature | OpenAL 2.0.7.0 | XAudio2 | FMOD Studio | Web Audio API | |------------------------|-------------------------|----------------------|-------------|----------------| | | Native, HRTF | Manual via X3DAudio | Built-in | Native (Panner)| | Cross-platform | Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, Android | Windows, Xbox | All major | Browsers only | | License | LGPL (OpenAL Soft) | Proprietary | Commercial | Royalty-free | | Learning curve | Moderate (OpenGL-like) | Steep | Easy | Easy (JS) | | Low latency | Yes (via WASAPI/ALSA) | Very low (Xbox) | Yes | Depends on browser | openal -open audio library- 2.0.7.0