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SnapAV Acquires Control4 to Create Merged Smart Integration Solutions Business
May 10, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

SnapAV Acquires Control4 to Create Merged Smart Integration Solutions Business

SnapAV, a leading manufacturer and supplier of A/V, surveillance, networking and remote management products for professional integrators, announced the acquisition of Control4 Corporation, a leading global provider of smart home solutions. The two companies entered into a definitive merger agreement whereby SnapAV will acquire Control4 in an all-cash transaction for $23.91 per share in cash, representing an aggregate value of approximately $680 million. The acquisition is expected to close in the second half of 2019.
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The Latest Technology Updates and Smart Designs in audioXpress June 2019
May 9, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

The Latest Technology Updates and Smart Designs in audioXpress June 2019

audioXpress June 2019 includes a comprehensive market update on Working with USB-C, What Audio Developers Need to Know. Ethan Winer explains how he designed and built a Null Tester, and George Ntanavaras shares his Sigma 100 Satellite/Subwoofer loudspeaker project. Richard Honeycutt explains “How to Work With an Acoustical Consultant,” and Shannon Becker talks to Bradley Pfeifer about how “Made in USA” audio product manufacturing is making a comeback.
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NAD Electronics and Purifi Audio Announce Cooperation Agreement
May 9, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

NAD Electronics and Purifi Audio Announce Cooperation Agreement

NAD Electronics, the acclaimed high fidelity audio brand, particularly recognized for its innovations in amplifiers, announced that it will be the first international brand to incorporate and launch Purifi’s new patent-pending class-D technology into its product family. The announcement was made at the opening of another edition of the High End 2019 show, in Munich, Germany. NAD will license Purifi’s patent-pending amplification technology to create its next-generation amplifier platform.
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Audeze and Apogee Announce Limited Edition Microphone and Headphone Bundle
May 9, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Audeze and Apogee Announce Limited Edition Microphone and Headphone Bundle

Audeze, the leading manufacturer of planar magnetic headphones, and Apogee Electronics, the preeminent maker of audio recording interfaces and digital microphones, have teamed up to offer the Mobius and Apogee Ultimate Streaming Bundle. This limited promotion run (only 50 available), will feature a numbered, limited edition Apogee NITE MiC USB microphone and an Audeze Mobius headphone together for $499.00 ($149 off S.R.P), designed to deliver next-level gaming audio quality at an affordable packaged price.
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Audient Introduces Nero Desktop Monitor Controller
May 8, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Audient Introduces Nero Desktop Monitor Controller

Audient announced Nero, a new desktop monitor controller offering a comprehensive range of I/O, console style monitor control, an assignable sub output, Precision Matched Attenuation Technology and more. According to the British audio company, Nero is designed to be at the core of the desktop studio and builds on the company's expertise in analog console heritage, offering control for up to three sets of speakers with independent volumes.
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Former Dolby and Nokia Executive Tarif Sayed Joins Sonarworks
May 8, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Former Dolby and Nokia Executive Tarif Sayed Joins Sonarworks

European audio software innovator Sonarworks has appointed Tarif Sayed to the position of Vice President, Strategy and Business Development, while extending its presence in the U.S. and Asian markets. In his new role, Sayed will focus on Sonarworks consumer licensing business and strategic partnerships on a worldwide basis with the goal of delivering the ultimate, personalized sound experience — across any device.
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MAGIX Announces ACID Pro 9 and ACID Pro Next Featuring Source Separation Technology from Zynaptiq
May 8, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

MAGIX Announces ACID Pro 9 and ACID Pro Next Featuring Source Separation Technology from Zynaptiq

MAGIX Software announced the release of a brand new ACID Pro software package now featuring a series of advanced features including a source separation algorithm from zynaptiq and many updates to version 9. ACID Pro Next is now a much more complete DAW targeting music production, including the integration of zynaptiq' STEM MAKER technology that splits any existing song into different tracks, a new MIDI Playable Chopper, and many new creative possibilities for sampling manipulations.
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WiSA Announces Certification of Electrocompaniet Latest EC Living TANA L-2 Speaker
May 7, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

WiSA Announces Certification of Electrocompaniet Latest EC Living TANA L-2 Speaker

WiSA, the Wireless Speaker and Audio Association founded by Summit Wireless Technologies and comprised of leading consumer electronics brands, announced the certification of EC Living’s TANA L-2 wireless speaker. The TANA L-2, set for retail launch in Summer 2019, is part of EC Living’s wireless lifestyle speaker system, a division of Norwegian company Electrocompaniet.
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KRK ROKIT G4 Studio Monitors Are Now Available Worldwide
May 7, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

KRK ROKIT G4 Studio Monitors Are Now Available Worldwide

KRK Systems is one of the most popular monitor brands in the global home studio market and for a good reason. KRK studio monitors provide a reliable reproduction for recording and mixing in less than ideal environments, while providing great value per watt compared to existing alternatives. The KRK Rokit family is practically a flagship of the brand in terms of affordability and features, and the company completely refreshed the range with the new ROKIT G4 series, introducing DSP-driven LCD On-board EQ Presets.
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AudioControl Announces Avalon G4 4-Channel Home Theater Amplifier
May 7, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

AudioControl Announces Avalon G4 4-Channel Home Theater Amplifier

Using its Savoy G3 amplifier as a basis, the new AudioControl Avalon G4 amplifier is a highly efficient Class H design that effortlessly achieves 230 watts per channel, all channels driven. The Class H design topology provides bullet-proof reliability while reducing heat dissipation from a compact form factor. The Avalon G4 also features AudioControl’s LightDrive anti-clipping protection circuit, which protects loudspeakers from clipping and distortion even in extreme conditions such as a highly dynamic action movie soundtrack.
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