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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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Klipsch Reference Premiere Audio System Featured in New 2025 RAM Tungsten Model
November 8, 2023 by Joao Martins

Klipsch Reference Premiere Audio System Featured in New 2025 RAM Tungsten Model

Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America and Ram announced the integration of the segment-exclusive Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system on the all-new 2025 RAM 1500 Tungsten model. The new vehicle now includes Klipsch's highest performing and most powerful audio system ever in a Ram Truck. The Klipsch system, which will also be available in the upcoming Ram 1500 Tungsten REV model, enhances the driving experience for the driver and all seats in the luxurious cabin.
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Neumann Studio Monitors Now Support Automatic Room Correction for Multichannel Systems
November 8, 2023 by Joao Martins

Neumann Studio Monitors Now Support Automatic Room Correction for Multichannel Systems

Neumann released MA 1 v2.0, the latest version of its MA 1 Automatic Monitor Alignment room correction solution, now with optional multichannel extension. In addition to many detail improvements, for the first time, the optional Multichannel Extension for MA 1 Release 2.0 makes it possible to align surround and immersive installations with the same precision. The room correction works up to 7.1.4 configurations, with all network-enabled Neumann KH Line studio monitors.
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New JLab Epic Lab Edition True Wireless Earbuds Deliver Premium Sound with Help from Knowles
November 8, 2023 by Joao Martins

New JLab Epic Lab Edition True Wireless Earbuds Deliver Premium Sound with Help from Knowles

JLab has selected Knowles' RAN balanced armature (BA) drivers to deliver premium sound reproduction on the new Epic Lab Edition true wireless earbuds. The Epic Lab Edition are the first True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds to feature the Knowles Preferred Listening Response Curve, powered by the hybrid combination of a dynamic driver for the extended bass response and the Knowles balanced armature for the extended high frequencies.
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COMSOL Releases Version 6.2 of COMSOL Multiphysics
November 8, 2023 by Joao Martins

COMSOL Releases Version 6.2 of COMSOL Multiphysics

COMSOL announced the release of COMSOL Multiphysics version 6.2, adding data-driven surrogate model functionality for efficient standalone simulation apps, and multiphysics-based digital twins, among some of the major new features. For users of the Acoustics Module, version 6.2 introduces a new frequency-dependent Impedance condition for time-domain pressure acoustics, a new anisotropic material model in the Poroelastic Waves interface, and a new Port boundary condition for enhanced modeling of aeroacoustics based on linearized potential flow.
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STG Completes Acquisition of Avid Technology
November 7, 2023 by Joao Martins

STG Completes Acquisition of Avid Technology

As anticipated in the August 2023 announcement, Avid Technology announced the completion of its acquisition by an affiliate of the Symphony Technology Group (STG), a private equity firm based in Menlo Park, CA, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.4 billion. The acquisition was approved by Avid stockholders on November 2, 2023. With Avid becoming a privately held company, there's a general positive sentiment among management and employees about the future of the company.
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Røde Releases NT1 Signature Series Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
November 7, 2023 by Joao Martins

Røde Releases NT1 Signature Series Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Never resting on the success of its own formulas, Røde revived its original NT1 microphone in the Røde NT1 Signature Series. This latest edition of the iconic studio condenser microphone is effectively an XLR-only version of the NT1 5th Generation, the cutting-edge microphone launched in February 2023, with its Dual Connect output for both XLR and USB connectivity, 32-bit float digital output, and on-board DSP. The NT1 Signature Series now brings the same warm, silky character, available in a range of unique colors to appeal to even more content creators.
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Mimi Hearing Technologies Leverages Analog Devices' Audio Platform for Sound Personalization
November 7, 2023 by Joao Martins

Mimi Hearing Technologies Leverages Analog Devices' Audio Platform for Sound Personalization

Mimi Hearing Technologies, the sound personalization technology specialist company from Berlin, announced they are now supporting Analog Devices solutions to enable breakthroughs in audio signal processing purely on-device. Already experienced in a number of audio platforms for consumer electronics, Mimi is now delivering sound personalization solutions in product designs using Analog Device's ADAU1860 audio platform.
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Acon Digital Releases Acoustica 7.5 Adding Speech Recognition and New Processing Tools
November 6, 2023 by Joao Martins

Acon Digital Releases Acoustica 7.5 Adding Speech Recognition and New Processing Tools

Acon Digital has released version 7.5 of their powerful audio editor Acoustica for Windows and Mac. One of the most powerful and versatile software tools for all types of audio editing and processing, Acoustica is available in a Premium Edition and a lower cost Standard Edition. Version 7.5 adds automatic speech recognition, new processing tools and usability enhancements. The update is free for existing Acoustica 7.x customers.
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LG to Supply webOS for Automotive Platform to Hyundai
November 2, 2023 by Joao Martins

LG to Supply webOS for Automotive Platform to Hyundai

LG Electronics has announced that it will apply its in-vehicle infotainment system – featuring webOS for Automotive, the company's automotive content platform – to Hyundai Motor Group's new Genesis models. On October 31, LG hosted Hyundai Motor Group and YouTube at a ceremony in Los Angeles, US, to celebrate the introduction of webOS for Automotive to Hyundai's luxury brand, Genesis, and to discuss collaborations to enhance the in-vehicle entertainment experience.
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Scan-Speak Launches Updated Illuminator R3004/602200 1” Ring Radiator Tweeter
November 2, 2023 by Joao Martins

Scan-Speak Launches Updated Illuminator R3004/602200 1” Ring Radiator Tweeter

In continuation of the recently updated D3004/602200 Illuminator dome tweeter, Scan-Speak is now releasing the similar updated ring radiator sibling R3004/602200 that replaces the R3004/602000 and R3004/602010 models. The compact size is one of the key elements of these Illuminator tweeters, which provide a high degree of flexibility within design options, and are fully comparable to the renowned full size Illuminator and Revelator tweeters.
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