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G.R.A.S. Sound & Vibration Releases Improved and Easy-to-Use Sound Calibrator that Calibrates at Two Frequencies and Levels
June 19, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

G.R.A.S. Sound & Vibration Releases Improved and Easy-to-Use Sound Calibrator that Calibrates at Two Frequencies and Levels

G.R.A.S. Sound & Vibration announced the availability of the new, cost effective, and easy-to-use 42AG Multifunction Sound Calibrator. This new portable device, which can calibrate at two frequencies, was designed for fast verification of microphones and sound level meters in the field and was developed as an improved replacement for G.R.A.S.’s successful 42AB Sound Calibrator, with additional time-saving features.
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AES Launches Standards Sustainer Program to Expand Industry-Enhancing AES Standards Efforts
June 19, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

AES Launches Standards Sustainer Program to Expand Industry-Enhancing AES Standards Efforts

The Audio Engineering Society Standards Committee is soliciting industry support through a new program called “AES Standards Sustainers,” to better support an expansion of the AES standards operation. The program offers significant marketing and public relations exposure to standards-sustaining manufacturers, organizations and individuals supporting the development of standards that underlie fundamental technology in the audio industry.
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Bose Professional Introduces EdgeMax In-Ceiling Premium Loudspeakers with PhaseGuide Technology
June 16, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Bose Professional Introduces EdgeMax In-Ceiling Premium Loudspeakers with PhaseGuide Technology

During Infocomm 2017, Bose Professional announced its EdgeMax in-ceiling premium loudspeakers, using in-house developed PhaseGuide technology. Basically, the design combines the superior coverage patterns typical of larger surface-mount loudspeakers with the visually appealing aesthetics of in-ceiling loudspeakers. As Bose states, EdgeMax represents an entirely new product category. audioXpress heard it, and we must call it one of the most impressive products at InfoComm 2017.
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Synaptics to Acquire Audio and Voice Technology Specialist Conexant
June 16, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Synaptics to Acquire Audio and Voice Technology Specialist Conexant

The market for anything related to far-field voice solutions has never been hotter, and acquisitions are a natural result of the increasing demand for those cutting edge technologies and engineering talent. Conexant Systems, a leading provider of audio and voice technology solutions based in Irvine, CA, announced an agreement to be acquired by Synaptics. Meanwhile, Synaptics also acquired the video and audio processing division of Marvell Technology Group.
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JBL Announces new Wireless Everest 2.0 Headphones and new Everest Elite 750NC Flasghip Model
June 16, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

JBL Announces new Wireless Everest 2.0 Headphones and new Everest Elite 750NC Flasghip Model

Harman International, now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, announced the second generation JBL Everest series, a line of four wireless, state-of-the-art in-ear, on-ear and around-ear Bluetooth headphones. According to Harman, the new line features a freshly updated comfort-driven smart design, with the flagship model Elite 750NC combining Adaptive Noise-Cancelling and the freedom of wireless connectivity in a supposedly programable platform.
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XMOS Introduces XVF3000 Voice Processor for Integrated Far-Field Voice Capture and XMOS VocalFusion Speaker Development Kit
June 15, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

XMOS Introduces XVF3000 Voice Processor for Integrated Far-Field Voice Capture and XMOS VocalFusion Speaker Development Kit

Now on the second generation of its VocalFusion family of voice processors and Voice User Interface (VUI) controller solutions, XMOS announced its new XVF3000 voice processor for integrated far-field voice capture, complemented with the new XMOS VocalFusion Speaker Evaluation Kit with circular microphone array. The new XVF3000 devices and development kits target the exploding category of voice-enabled speakers.
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VUE Audiotechnik Unveils e-352 Nano High Definition Loudspeaker Speaker at InfoComm 2017
June 15, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

VUE Audiotechnik Unveils e-352 Nano High Definition Loudspeaker Speaker at InfoComm 2017

VUE Audiotechnik unveiled the first member of its new e-Class range of high-definition installation speakers. The two-way e-352 Nano loudspeaker combines dual 3.5-inch high output cone transducers with a Truextent beryllium dome tweeter with ultra-powerful neodymium magnetic circuit for exceptional output, high frequency bandwidth and clarity.
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Yamaha Debuts VXL1 Smart Column Loudspeakers at InfoComm 2017
June 15, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Yamaha Debuts VXL1 Smart Column Loudspeakers at InfoComm 2017

High quality audio in visually discreet systems are two of the key demands for installed loudspeakers in spaces such as houses of worship, boardrooms, lecture theatres and many other situations. Yamaha’s new VXL1 range column loudspeakers, launched at InfoComm 2017, are based on multiple arrays of the same 1.5” driver which is at the heart of Yamaha’s VXS1ML speaker, creating new sleek and compact smart vertical columns, designed to perform on virtually any space.
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Dynacord Launches New Power Amplifiers for Live Applications and Fixed Installations
June 14, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Dynacord Launches New Power Amplifiers for Live Applications and Fixed Installations

Now available globally, Dynacord's new L Series and C Series power amplifiers feature four models per series in a new industrial design, including tour-grade features and protection circuitry usually found in more expensive amplifiers, as well as high-performance digital signal processing with easy-to-use remote control software.
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MAGIX Releases Sequoia 14 Targeting the Needs of Big Studios and Broadcast Engineers
June 14, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

MAGIX Releases Sequoia 14 Targeting the Needs of Big Studios and Broadcast Engineers

MAGIX continues to deliver on its promise to expand its range of solutions for musicians and recording studios, now leveraging an expanded catalog for all market segments. The announcement that MAGIX is going to introduce the latest version of the of its high-definition DAW will be certainly celebrated by many audio professionals. With Sequoia 14, the company offers an updated and even more powerful version of the software.
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