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Ascendo Immersive Audio Debuts Director LED Wall Loudspeaker System at CEDIA Expo 2024

August 19, 2024 by Alfred Moody

Ascendo Immersive Audio Debuts Director LED Wall Loudspeaker System at CEDIA Expo 2024

Ascendo Immersive Audio developed a new direct-radiating in-ceiling speaker system, intended to solve the dilemma of home cinemas with LED walls and non-acoustically transparent screens. The ingenious design combines an AMT driver with an asymmetrical waveguide that can be placed directly above the screen. The new Director LED Wall Loudspeaker System will be demonstrated at the CEDIA Expo, September 5-7, at the Colorado Convention Center in Ascendo Sound Room 3.

Cambridge Audio Launches Evo One Wireless Streaming Speaker

August 9, 2024 by Alfred Moody

Cambridge Audio Launches Evo One Wireless Streaming Speaker

Cambridge Audio launched the Evo One, a fully integrated wireless streaming speaker that is powerful, stylish and offers extensive connectivity. In the best tradition of the all-in-one music systems of the sixties and seventies, the British brand created a signature product, designed by Ged Martin, taking the hi-res streaming smarts of its Evo 75 and Evo 150 streaming amplifiers, combined with 14 perfectly tuned drivers and 700W of amplification to create a unique omni-directional audio experience.

MartinLogan Unveils New and Improved Abyss Subwoofers

August 2, 2024 by Alfred Moody

MartinLogan Unveils New and Improved Abyss Subwoofers

For a company recognized for its electrostatic speakers, MartinLogan did very well when it decided to also offer subwoofers in 2001, creating a completely new growth category. In 2006, MartinLogan launched the Abyss series and took that business to another level. Now, the Kansas-based company relaunched the Abyss high-performance subwoofer range, adding advanced DSP, built-in wireless, advanced Anthem room correction, and easy-to-use app control.

Coastal Source CUBE Speaker Reshapes Outdoor Sound Experiences

August 1, 2024 by Alfred Moody

Coastal Source CUBE Speaker Reshapes Outdoor Sound Experiences

Underscoring its commitment to redefine all areas of the outdoor listening experience with truly high-end audio designs, Coastal Source announced the market introduction of CUBE, a high-quality down-firing outdoor subwoofer. As the New Jersey-based company explains, CUBE was designed to empower installers to create a truly unique three dimensional listening experience for their customers, with a design that is rugged enough to Defy the Elements.

JBL Reimagines the Affordable Home Theater Experience

July 19, 2024 by Alfred Moody

JBL Reimagines the Affordable Home Theater Experience

Previewed earlier this year, JBL launched its new JBL Modern Audio (MA) AV Receivers and Stage 2 Loudspeakers – high-performance home theater and hifi solutions for the music and movie enthusiasts. This new range of JBL-branded products are intended to meet growing demand for home systems that are simple to install, connect, and upgrade. The concept is to offer a unified and cohesive system that combines simplicity, design, quality, and scalability – all at an affordable price.

Teufel and Fender Create Rockster Portable Speaker Series

July 4, 2024 by Alfred Moody

Teufel and Fender Create Rockster Portable Speaker Series

Berlin-based Teufel, the German speaker manufacturer known for designing and engineering consumer audio products since 1979, and leading guitar manufacturer Fender Musical Instruments, have unveiled the product of an original cooperation. The Rockster Series of portable Bluetooth speakers blends Teufel design and manufacturing expertise with Fender's sonic legacy to create a unique range of lifestyle products.

WiiM Announces Certified Integration with URC Control and Automation Systems

July 1, 2024 by Alfred Moody

WiiM Announces Certified Integration with URC Control and Automation Systems

WiiM announced a certified integration with URC's smart residential and commercial automation solutions. URC's custom integration network will supply and support WiiM's affordable connected AI products for smart home and commercial applications. The integration enables control and automation using URC's Total Control interfaces and WiiM products like the WiiM Amp, WiiM Pro, WiiM Pro Plus, and WiiM Mini, delivering intuitive, personalized experiences.

Avantone Pro Brings Back White Cone Classic Studio Monitors

June 20, 2024 by Alfred Moody

Avantone Pro Brings Back White Cone Classic Studio Monitors

The company that created a tribute version of the classic Yamaha NS-10M "white cone" nearfield monitors in 2018, is now relaunching refined models of its CLA-10 Active and CLA-10 Passive configurations. Once again, Avantone Pro collaborated with GRAMMY Award-winning mix engineer Chris Lord-Alge (the "CLA" reference) for these full-range, two-way, accurate recreations of an iconic studio monitoring mainstay. The two black box models feature the unmistakable white driver and deliver the unforgiving frequency response or the originals.

Andover Announces SpeakEasy 4 Powered Speakers

June 19, 2024 by Alfred Moody

Andover Announces SpeakEasy 4 Powered Speakers

Andover Audio launched the SpeakEasy 4, an easy-to-set-up, powered stereo speaker system with built-in phono preamp ($399/pair). For a company that launched its original business focused on the vinyl revival, it makes sense to also offer the company’s first separate speaker model that connects to a turntable, aside from also offering a host of digital and analog inputs, including HDMI ARC to connect to a TV and wireless Bluetooth.

Sub10 Wireless Subwoofer Is 4th Speaker From Buchardt to Receive WiSA HT Interoperability Certification

June 14, 2024 by Alfred Moody

Sub10 Wireless Subwoofer Is 4th Speaker From Buchardt to Receive WiSA HT Interoperability Certification

WiSA Association announced that Danish manufacturer Buchardt Audio's Sub10 low-profile subwoofer has earned WiSA HT Interoperability Certification. The new high-performance, long throw sub strengthens Buchardt's WiSA Certified wireless speaker catalog which includes the A500 monitor, the Anniversary 10 monitor and the A700 tower and provides enthusiasts with a versatile and powerful subwoofer to solidify the lower octaves of their home listening experience.

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