audioXpress May 2024 Glass Audio Special Issue Now Available

audioXpress May 2024 Glass Audio Special Issue Now Available
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Advertise in the Loudspeaker Industry Sourcebook 2024!

Advertise in the Loudspeaker Industry Sourcebook 2024!
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Loudspeaker Knowledge and Innovation in Voice Coil April 2024

Loudspeaker Knowledge and Innovation in Voice Coil April 2024
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The Audio Voice - Weekly Newsletter for audioXpress and Voice Coil Communities

The Audio Voice - Weekly Newsletter for audioXpress and Voice Coil Communities
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Genelec Takes Smart Active Monitoring GLM Calibration From Stereo to Immersive
by audioXpress Staff

Genelec Takes Smart Active Monitoring GLM Calibration From Stereo to Immersive

Configuring and managing Genelec Smart Active Monitoring systems for immersive audio environments is now even more user-friendly with the introduction of latest GLM 4.2 loudspeaker manager software, and the new 9301B multichannel AES/EBU interface. These two additions to Genelec's range allow the cost-effective and seamless creation of scalable immersive monitoring systems up to 16 channels, using one or more bass-managed subwoofers, or 32 channels if using a second 9301B.
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Knowles Proposes Preferred Listening Response Curve for Best In-ear Music Listening Experience
by audioXpress Staff

Knowles Proposes Preferred Listening Response Curve for Best In-ear Music Listening Experience

A new Preferred Listening Response Curve that could define the next standard in high-resolution earphones, was the result from a new research by Knowles Corporation. The research is intended to guide product designers, and reflects the findings of an internal effort by the balanced armature manufacturer to determine the best and most satisfying music listening experience for consumers. In the research report, Knowles proposes an evolution of the Harman response curve specific to in-ears that takes into consideration frequencies above 10kHz
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d&b audiotechnik Introduces 5D Audio Networking Amplifier
by Joao Martins

d&b audiotechnik Introduces 5D Audio Networking Amplifier

d&b audiotechnik used the opportunity to exhibit once again in a major trade show such as ISE 2022 to display its extended rage of installation, EN 54 compliant solutions, together with all-new technologies. At the Barcelona show, the German manufacturer introduced its new 5D amplifier with integrated audio networking, an installation-focused compact design. The 5D is a four channel DSP amplifier featuring flexible output power sharing — ideal to power installations with large numbers of smaller speakers.
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    Magewell Unveils Multi-Format IP Audio Converter and Capture Device
    by Joao Martins

    Magewell Unveils Multi-Format IP Audio Converter and Capture Device

    Magewell is extending its media processing and IP workflow expertise into the audio domain with the introduction of its Pro Convert AES67 multi-format IP audio encoder, decoder, and capture device. Supporting standards and protocols including AES67, NDI, and SRT, the device can flexibly convert between different IP media technologies while also offering a seamless bridge between analog audio, software, and IP networks. Perfect for web streaming applications.
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    Patent Review: A Speaker Device Offering Extended Bass Performance
    by James Croft

    Patent Review: A Speaker Device Offering Extended Bass Performance

    This review discusses an intriguing speaker design patented by Walter Ka Wai Chu, from Taiwan. The design allows the speaker device to potentially improve the bass performance in the entire low-frequency band instead of being limited to only a few low-frequency points, the inventor claims. While James Croft confesses to being somewhat skeptical of whether, in its current disclosed form, the device will provide a useful advantage, he found the design sufficiently interesting to be analyzed in more detail.
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    Fresh From the Bench: KEF KC62 Subwoofer with Uni-Core Driver Technology
    by Oliver A.Masciarotte

    Fresh From the Bench: KEF KC62 Subwoofer with Uni-Core Driver Technology

    Following the review of the KEF LS50 Meta speakers for audioXpress, this article offers a detailed review of the KC62 compact subwoofer, which combines KEF's force-canceling and Uni-Core technologies in a new approach to allow maximizing bass in a minimum space. Masciarotte did the listening and spoke with Jack Sharkey, Senior Technical Engineer at GP Acoustics, about this fascinating design. The subwoofer was also measured by Peterson at Warkwyn’s facility using the Klippel measurement system.
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    NAD Electronics Presents C 389 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier at Munich High End
    by audioXpress Staff

    NAD Electronics Presents C 389 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier at Munich High End

    NAD Electronics continues to explore the latest audio developments to create new products that combine performance, flexibility, and value for music enthusiasts. The manufacturer confirms it will introduce the new C 389 HybridDigital DAC integrated stereo amplifier, combining exceptional sound quality with the flexibility and the long-term value offered by NAD's latest Modular Design Construction platform, MDC2.
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    L-Acoustics Launches Ambiance Virtual Acoustics System, Powered by L-ISA
    by Joao Martins

    L-Acoustics Launches Ambiance Virtual Acoustics System, Powered by L-ISA

    Leading into ISE 2022, L-Acoustics promoted a Reconnect in-person event to launch three new installation-focused products. The French manufacturer managed to impress ISE visitors with an ambitious new LA7.16i amplified controller, new ultra-shallow Soka colinear source wall speakers and a new matching SB6i subwoofer. But the most important announcement by far was the new L-ISA Ambiance virtual acoustics enhancement system, which places the company at the forefront of the next big step for the audio industry.
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    Celestion Introduces CF1025BMB 10" Cast Aluminum Pro Audio Woofer
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    Celestion Introduces CF1025BMB 10" Cast Aluminum Pro Audio Woofer

    Celestion, one of the world’s leading suppliers of professional loudspeakers and compression drivers for sound reinforcement applications, announce the introduction of the CF1025BMB 10" (254mm) diameter ferrite magnet, cast aluminum chassis professional audio driver. Well-suited to both bass and midbass applications, the new CF1025BMB particularly excels as a bass unit in compact subwoofer applications.
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    Hypex Presents New Nilai500 DIY Audio Amplifier Module
    by Joao Martins

    Hypex Presents New Nilai500 DIY Audio Amplifier Module

    Following the announcement of the new and improved NCOREx Class-D amplifier technology, Hypex has also reserved a surprise for this year's High End Show in Munich. In a completely separate announcement, Hypex will be launching the Nilai500DIY module, which is specified to deliver 500W with 1% THD @4 ohms and will improve output noise and idle losses significantly, compared to the popular NC400 module. This, the Dutch company says, is a completely new unique amplifier module that sets a new benchmark for high-end audio applications.
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