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Since 2013, Joao Martins leads audioXpress as editor-in-chief of the US-based magazine and website, the leading audio electronics, audio product development and design publication, working also as international editor for Voice Coil, the leading periodical for the loudspeaker industry. Covering Audio and Video technology for more than 30 years - Broadcast, Film, Computer Graphics, and Music - as founder and editor of several leading publications in Portuguese and Spanish languages, (he's also fluent in French!), he benefits from a broad and rich perspective of those sectors and its multiple verticals. Marketing and Communication Specialist working at the intersection of media and technology for over three decades, Joao Martins started as a musician and studied visual arts and cinema before founding its own (short-lived) advertising agency. After a career in marketing and sales in film, television, radio and pro audio systems, transitioned full time to magazine publishing, founding new

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WiiM Unveils WiiM Ultra and WiiM Amp Pro Streamers at High End 2024
May 9, 2024 by Joao Martins

WiiM Unveils WiiM Ultra and WiiM Amp Pro Streamers at High End 2024

Following the fast ramping success of the WiiM Pro and WiiM Pro Plus music streamers, followed recently by the WiiM Amp integrated streaming amplifier, the brand created by Linkplay Technology now travels to Munich to appeal directly to the most demanding user community with two new higher spec'ed and slightly higher priced models. Premiered at the High End 2024 show, the new WiiM Ultra and WiiM Amp Pro cater to those seeking to connect the whole home with affordable, high-quality sound.
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Sennheiser Introduces New HD 620S Closed Back Headphones
May 8, 2024 by Joao Martins

Sennheiser Introduces New HD 620S Closed Back Headphones

The newest member of the acclaimed Sennheiser HD 600 headphone series offers a compelling take on closed headphones for private, reference listening without compromise. While Sennheiser offers a complete range of close-back headphones for professional use, this model is part of the Sennheiser consumer range, operated by Sonova under license. And the HD 620S headphones are targeted specifically to home listeners and that group of enthusiast users that actually care about frequency response targets - aka “audiophiles”.
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Apple Introduces Updated Logic Pro Software, Ready for New M4 Chip
May 8, 2024 by Joao Martins

Apple Introduces Updated Logic Pro Software, Ready for New M4 Chip

Apple promoted an event to unveil its latest iPad lineup, introducing two new Air and Pro models, both delivering a giant leap in performance. With the iPad Pro models, Apple also unveiled its latest M4 system on a chip (SoC) that advances even more the stunning power-efficient performance of Apple silicon. To better illustrate the potential of these new platforms and its dedicated Neural Engine cores, Apple also unveiled the latest versions of its Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro software with new AI-powered features.
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Sennheiser Expands ACCENTUM Range with True Wireless ANC Earbuds
May 7, 2024 by Joao Martins

Sennheiser Expands ACCENTUM Range with True Wireless ANC Earbuds

Sennheiser expanded its ACCENTUM range of essential and reasonably priced products with the new ACCENTUM True Wireless hybrid ANC earbuds. The new LE Audio-ready model combines Sennheiser signature acoustics in an all-new ergonomic design, creating an attractive alternative for an on-the-go, connected lifestyle. Unlike the ACCENTUM Wireless headphones which are just bland, the ACCENTUM True Wireless earbuds actually shine for its ergonomics and modern features.
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LEWITT Introduces Connect 2 USB-C Audio Interface
May 7, 2024 by Joao Martins

LEWITT Introduces Connect 2 USB-C Audio Interface

The new LEWITT Connect 2 is a user-friendly USB-C audio interface with a very unique tactile surface, designed to offer all the essential features for recording voice and instruments. The touch-based user interface offers intuitive controls with clear visual feedback, including mute functions for all ins and outs. An autosetup feature finds the perfect settings for every source with the help of the integrated DSP, and three iconic preamp sounds.
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Focal Unveils Two New Sets of Open- and Closed-back Headphones Hadenys and Azurys
May 7, 2024 by Joao Martins

Focal Unveils Two New Sets of Open- and Closed-back Headphones Hadenys and Azurys

Focal introduced Hadenys (ah den ees) and Azurys (ah zur ees), two new open- and closed-back, high-fidelity circumaural headphones. Born from Focal’s distinctive expertise in sound and made in France, these passive, wired headphones combine the patented M'-shaped aluminum/magnesium dome drivers, comfort and sophisticated aesthetics, while being the French brand's most accessible models.
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Pure Audio Brings Catalog of Hi-Res and Immersive Recordings to Streaming
May 7, 2024 by Joao Martins

Pure Audio Brings Catalog of Hi-Res and Immersive Recordings to Streaming

Pure Audio, the label famous for immersive and high-resolution audio Blu-ray discs, announced its new streaming service, Pure Audio Streaming. Targeting those still unhappy with existing music streaming services, and those who would like to sample and immediately enjoy high-quality music without waiting for a disc to arrive by mail, the new hi-res and immersive audio streaming service will be launching Q4 2024 on Artist Connection - a B2B streaming platform.
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Nagra Adds a New Digital Source to Its Product Range
May 6, 2024 by Joao Martins

Nagra Adds a New Digital Source to Its Product Range

Audio Technology Switzerland announced the introduction of a new digital source. 30 years after the then state-of-the-art Nagra D, the first high resolution digital recorder, and almost 20 years after the Nagra CDC reference CD player, Nagra is releasing a streamer. In a compact format but packed with features, the new design can play all current high resolution formats. The Nagra Streamer will be premiered at High End 2024 in Munich.
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PSI Audio Promotes New Active Velocity Acoustic Absorber C214 at High End 2024
May 6, 2024 by Joao Martins

PSI Audio Promotes New Active Velocity Acoustic Absorber C214 at High End 2024

PSI Audio expanded its Active Velocity Acoustic Absorber (AVAA) concept in 2023 with the introduction of the AVAA C214 model, suitable for home audio environments. The PSI Audio booth R09 in hall 3 of the MOC Munich will feature a listening room equipped with AVAA C214 and Héritage3 high-end speakers for visitors to experience the effect of the AVAA. There will also be a special demo box to illustrate its principle outside the listening room.
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ADAM Audio Unveils A4V and A7V Limited Edition White Studio Monitors
May 6, 2024 by Joao Martins

ADAM Audio Unveils A4V and A7V Limited Edition White Studio Monitors

On the occasion of the company’s 25th anniversary in 2024, ADAM Audio announced a limited-edition run of the A4V and A7V studio monitors. To celebrate the first quarter of a century of the Berlin, Germany -based brand, a restricted quantity of these two nearfield monitor models from the A Series will feature a decadent high-gloss arctic white finish. These will be available from June 2024 through selected official ADAM Audio retailers worldwide as well as the ADAM Audio webstore.
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