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Listen Releases SoundCheck Version 15 and is Awarded Patent for SC Amp Amplifier
October 4, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Listen Releases SoundCheck Version 15 and is Awarded Patent for SC Amp Amplifier

Listen, Inc., announced the release of SoundCheck Version 15. This release for Mac and Windows expands the testing capability of SoundCheck with additional external control, calibration, audio mixing and hardware integration, and introduces the first in the company’s redesigned virtual instruments, the multimeter. Meanwhile, the Boston-based company was awarded a patent for its audio test amplifier, SC Amp.
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Audio-Technica Launches New Wireless-Technology Subsidiary Company, Alteros
October 4, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Launches New Wireless-Technology Subsidiary Company, Alteros

Alteros will develop products capitalizing on Audio-Technica’s years of extensive ultra-wideband (UWB) and RF technology research. The new subsidiary will be dedicated to the research, development and sales of innovative technology products with a special focus on high-end wireless for broadcast, live and theater applications in the ever-shrinking frequency spectrum available for those applications.
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QSC Reinforces its Cinema Equipment Portfolio with the Acquisition of Ultra-Stereo Labs
October 4, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

QSC Reinforces its Cinema Equipment Portfolio with the Acquisition of Ultra-Stereo Labs

QSC announced the acquisition of Ultra-Stereo Labs, Inc. (“USL”), effective September 30, 2016. The acquisition will allow QSC to offer an industry-leading portfolio of audio-visual processing and B-chain solutions under the QSC and USL brands for the motion picture exhibition industry. QSC also confirmed it will be joining forces with USL as an integral part of the product development team for USL branded products.
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Shure Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Iconic SM58 Microphone
October 3, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Shure Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Iconic SM58 Microphone

The Shure SM58, the world’s most popular microphone, has been a foundational and formidable part of live performance for more than 50 years. To celebrate and honor five decades of the renowned sound, design, and durability of this iconic mic, at the 141st AES Convention, Shure has announced the introduction of a 50th Anniversary model, along with a variety of initiatives to engage and inspire loyal SM58 fans of all ages around the world.
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Waves Audio Introduces SoundGrid Connect at 141st AES in Los Angeles
October 3, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Waves Audio Introduces SoundGrid Connect at 141st AES in Los Angeles

Digital signal processing solutions specialists, Waves Audio announced the introduction of SoundGrid Connect, a game-changing feature of its SoundGrid driver. With SoundGrid Connect, users can connect any ASIO/Core Audio-compatible audio interface to SoundGrid technology and dramatically boost the capacity of their system – run hundreds of plugins simultaneously, stream audio, record and mix from multiple computers and DAWs at the same time, and more.
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Dynaudio Introduces M5P Evidence High-End Mastering Speakers at AES 2016
October 3, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Dynaudio Introduces M5P Evidence High-End Mastering Speakers at AES 2016

Dynaudio revealed its new M5P Evidence mastering monitor at the 141st AES show in Los Angeles. The M5P Evidence monitors have been designed without compromises using only the best materials and are custom built by hand in the Dynaudio factory in Denmark. The new speakers, part of the company’s prestigious M Series, were available for listening in a dedicated demo room at AES, side by side with Dynaudio’s new LYD compact nearfield monitors.
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The New York Audio Show Returns to Manhattan in 2016
October 1, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

The New York Audio Show Returns to Manhattan in 2016

The promoters of The New York Audio Show, Chester Group, announced a return of the event to Manhattan. The New York Audio Show will take place November 4-6, at the luxurious Park Lane Hotel on Central Park South, one of New York’s most prestigious locations. More than 82 brands are already confirmed to exhibit in over 40 demo rooms and the promoters promise also live music, competitions, guest speakers and special events.
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QSC Premieres the New TouchMix-30 Pro Compact Digital Mixer
September 30, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

QSC Premieres the New TouchMix-30 Pro Compact Digital Mixer

QSC introduced the TouchMix-30 Pro, a 32-channel digital mixer expanding the acclaimed TouchMix Series mixer lineup with an enhanced feature set. The new TouchMix-30 Pro was designed for production professionals, musicians and bands as well as live performance venues, and QSC hopes the concept will establish a new standard for performance in a compact digital mixer with features and functionality that will satisfy the most demanding professionals.
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Focusrite Announces RedNet Control 2.0 Supporting Control of Larger Systems
September 30, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Focusrite Announces RedNet Control 2.0 Supporting Control of Larger Systems

At the 141st AES Convention, in Los Angeles, CA, Focusrite has announced a major update to its RedNet Control software system that provides remote control for products in the company’s RedNet range of Dante-based audio-over-IP systems. According to Focusrite, RedNet users all overt the world are employing and planning ever-larger RedNet systems, and RedNet Control 2.0 was developed in response to this trend.
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Acoustic Geometry Unveils New Acoustic Bass Management Product
September 30, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Acoustic Geometry Unveils New Acoustic Bass Management Product

Acoustic Geometry, a company offering best-in-class acoustic products for a wide range of professional audio, residential and business applications, announced the newest addition to its Acoustic Bass Management (ABM) product line, the CornerSorber. These corner bass absorbers utilize Mass-Loaded Vinyl (MLV) absorption membranes in a cutting-edge design that mitigates low-frequency room modes for the most accurate sound reproduction in a room.
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