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Smart Everywhere at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2017
December 3, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Smart Everywhere at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2017

The next Integrated Systems Europe will take place from 7-10 February 2017, the first edition of the world’s largest AV and systems integration show to take place at the RAI Amsterdam Exhibition Centre following a series of structural changes to the market leading exhibition and conference venue. For 2017, the RAI Amsterdam will introduce an additional hall and pavilion along with a new hall numbering system. The show continues to demonstrate growth on all fronts.
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IK Multimedia and Fender Announce Fender Collection 2 for AmpliTube Mac/PC
December 2, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

IK Multimedia and Fender Announce Fender Collection 2 for AmpliTube Mac/PC

Computer music technology company IK Multimedia announced the launch of its Fender Collection 2 for AmpliTube, a new collaboration with the product designers and R&D Team at Fender Musical Instruments Corporation that brings some of the most iconic and genre-defining tones of the golden years of Fender’s amplifiers to AmpliTube for Mac and PC. Fender Collection 2 for AmpliTube debuts a completely new ultra-realistic modeling technology and offers iconic Fender tube amp tone from the ’57 Custom Amp series, ’53 Bassman and ’65 Super Reverb.
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Tessera Completes Acquisition of DTS
December 2, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Tessera Completes Acquisition of DTS

Following the original announcement in September 2016, Tessera Holding Corporation announced it has completed the acquisition of DTS. Tessera Technologies and DTS are now combined under Tessera Holding Corporation and the shares of the combined company will continue to trade on the NASDAQ under Tessera’s ticker symbol TSRA. The Company plans to introduce a new corporate name, stock ticker, brand and logo during the first quarter of 2017.
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HEAD acoustics Launches VoCAS Speech Recognition Evaluation Software
December 1, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

HEAD acoustics Launches VoCAS Speech Recognition Evaluation Software

German company HEAD acoustics launched VoCAS (Voice Control Analysis System), an efficient software analysis solution for evaluating speech recognition systems. From voice control in vehicles to the use of speech commands for smartphones, tablets or telephone hotlines, VoCAS allows quick and objective quality evaluation, under realistic and repeatable test conditions, of Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) systems, found in an increasing number of applications today.
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Cirrus Logic Introduces Cost-Effective CS47L15 SmartHIFI Audio IC with Advanced Audio Features
December 1, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Cirrus Logic Introduces Cost-Effective CS47L15 SmartHIFI Audio IC with Advanced Audio Features

Cirrus Logic's newest smart codec - CS47L15 SmartHIFI Audio IC - expands advanced audio features to a wider range of smartphones, including “always on” voice activation and virtual stereo for high-fidelity music playback experiences. The new low-power smart codec allows delivering better audio quality and many of the same advanced audio features found in its premium audio and voice ICs to smartphones beyond flagship models.
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Samson Launches New QH4 4-Channel Compact Desktop Headphone Amplifier
December 1, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Samson Launches New QH4 4-Channel Compact Desktop Headphone Amplifier

Samson Technologies announced the new QH4 4-Channel Headphone Amplifier, designed to distribute audio to up to four individual headphones, each with its own volume control making it perfect for tracking multiple performers in a studio, podcast recording or recreational music listening. Its compact design makes the amplifier ideal for use with any studio or desktop workstation, as well as with laptops or smartphones when recording on-the-go.
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NTi Announces New General Manager and Corporate Transition with Acquisition of NTI Americas Inc
November 30, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

NTi Announces New General Manager and Corporate Transition with Acquisition of NTI Americas Inc

NTi Audio AG and NTI Americas Inc. announced that effective January 2017 the operations at NTI Americas Inc will be converted to NTi Audio Inc., a new wholly-owned subsidiary of NTi Audio AG of Liechtenstein. This also reflects the purchase of NTI Americas Inc. and the retirement from NTi of Thomas E. Mintner, the founder and president of NTI Americas Inc.. Brian MacMillan has been appointed General Manager of the new entity.
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Electrocomponents appoints new President of RS Components
November 30, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Electrocomponents appoints new President of RS Components

Global electronics distributor Electrocomponents has announced the appointment of Marianne Culver as President RS Components. She will join the business immediately as a member of the Executive Management Team, reporting directly to CEO Lindsley Ruth. As President, Marianne will be responsible for driving profitable growth across the regions, developing the RS brand and delivering an improved experience for electronics and industrial customers.
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Devialet Raises $106 Million From New Investors to Accelerate Growth
November 29, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Devialet Raises $106 Million From New Investors to Accelerate Growth

Acclaimed French audio manufacturer Devialet, announced a fundraise of $106 million in capital through a co-investment led by Ginko Ventures with participation from international industrial and institutional investors including Foxconn, Groupe Renault, Sharp Corporation, Playground Global, Naver, Roc Nation, Future French Champions, CM-CIC Investissement and Bpifrance. Devialet has raised $160 million to-date.
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IK Multimedia Now Shipping iLoud Micro Monitor Super-Nearfield Reference System
November 29, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

IK Multimedia Now Shipping iLoud Micro Monitor Super-Nearfield Reference System

Is it possible to design really affordable compact desktop monitors with reference listening characteristics? That was the challenge for IK Multimedia, and the result is the new iLoud Micro Monitor system, a “super-nearfield” solution originally unveiled at NAMM 2016. These ultra-compact monitors deliver ultra-accurate linear frequency response, best-in-class bass and the smallest footprint making them ideal for audio production everywhere.
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