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DSP Group Selects Synopsys ARC EM Processor IP for Adaptive Processing Smart Codecs
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DSP Group Selects Synopsys ARC EM Processor IP for Adaptive Processing Smart Codecs

Synopsys announced that DSP Group selected Synopsys DesignWare ARC EM5D Processor IP for its high-efficiency control and signal processing capabilities to enable development of its DBMC2-TWS advanced adaptive processing audio codec for true wireless stereo (TWS) headsets. To dynamically configure settings and filter parameters on-the-fly, the DBMC2-TWS integrates an ARC EM5D processor, abundant internal memory and numerous digital interfaces.
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Maserati and Sonus Faber Work Together on Exclusive New MC20 Supercar
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Maserati and Sonus Faber Work Together on Exclusive New MC20 Supercar

Two luxury Italian heritage brands bonded through their commitment to craftsmanship, innovation and time-honored traditions. The new Maserati x Sonus faber MC20 ultra-luxury car will be available for pre-order beginning September 10, 2020, and featured at authorized dealer showrooms beginning in 2021. Merging speed with sound, this audio and automotive collaboration highlights the spirit of Italy with a supercar amplified with Sonus faber audio.
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AES Show Fall 2020 Convention Technical Program Will Extend to a Full Month
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AES Show Fall 2020 Convention Technical Program Will Extend to a Full Month

The 149th International AES Convention was converted into an expanded timeline of online events during the month of October, maximizing opportunities to Listen, Learn, and Connect with audio peers and pros from around the world. The AES Show Fall 2020 Convention encompasses four full weeks of live and streaming tech program content, live Q&A’s, networking, and more. Industry leaders and luminaries will share technical insights, there is the AES Show ProductLaunch, and three days of sessions promoted by the Audio Product Education Institute.
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An Immersive Champagne Tasting Space for the House of Krug in France
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An Immersive Champagne Tasting Space for the House of Krug in France

French designer and manufacturer of high-end electroacoustic systems Amadeus and the Krug Champagne winery in France have set up a tasting room with an immersive audio system with highly customized speakers for specially composed music to accompany wine tasting. France's advanced acoustics and music technology research institute IRCAM was intimately involved with Amadeus to create an immersive 'Audio Tasting Space' at the House of Krug, Reims France.
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Consumer Electronics Market Hits $683 Billion Trade Value
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Consumer Electronics Market Hits $683 Billion Trade Value

Globally, the Consumer Electronics (CE) market increased in value during 2019, adding just over $3 billion to present a worldwide total of $683 billion in trade value. Shipments across CE product categories totaled almost 4.4 billion units worldwide, representing a growth of 2.7% year-on-year. These are some of the facts published by Futuresource Consulting in its latest Global CE Market Insights and Commentary, helping to put 2020 into perspective.
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Sound Particles Releases Free eBook on Immersive Audio: “All You Need to Know About 3D Audio”
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Sound Particles Releases Free eBook on Immersive Audio: “All You Need to Know About 3D Audio”

Software company Sound Particles, serving the content creation industry and particularly popular among Hollywood movie studios and game production companies, is widely recognized has one of the smartest sound design tools for immersive and spatial audio content. Now, the company's founder and CEO, Nuno Fonseca, wrote an introductory book on the fundamentals of 3D audio, and his company made it available as a free eBook.
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Vitec Takes on Exclusive Distribution of Ultrasone in USA, Canada and Mexico
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Vitec Takes on Exclusive Distribution of Ultrasone in USA, Canada and Mexico

Vitec Imaging Distribution, the renowned international provider of products and solutions to the photography, film and video production markets, announced that it has taken on exclusive distribution of Ultrasone audio products for the USA, Canada and Mexico. Ultrasone headphones have always been appreciated by media production professionals, with many audio engineers using Ultrasone headphones with S-Logic Plus technology in location because of the improved spatial perception.
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USound Introduces Next-Generation Waterproof MEMS Speakers Targeting Wearable Category
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USound Introduces Next-Generation Waterproof MEMS Speakers Targeting Wearable Category

USound, the Austrian company pioneering MEMS audio technology, has developed its next generation of MEMS speakers, surpassing market demands with its IPX8 water submersion resistance. Directly targeting wearable and hearable devices, these next-generation MEMS speakers withstand permanent submersion in water and are ready to power more efficient, low-power earbuds. USound also reports full bandwidth reproduction from a single MEMS speaker and competitive sound pressure level with no magnetic field or heat generation.
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McIntosh Unveils Audio System for Jeep Grand Wagoneer Concept
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McIntosh Unveils Audio System for Jeep Grand Wagoneer Concept

The Jeep Grand Wagoneer Concept debuted with a new McIntosh Audio System, featuring 23 speakers and a 24-channel amplifier for an impressive 1375 watts total. The system is exclusively designed and custom tuned to the vehicle’s luxurious cabin. Three active coaxial speakers in the dashboard, four headliner speakers, and a 12-inch sub for seriously deep bass, produce an immersive 3D sound experience that is certain to impress.
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Qualcomm Unveils Breakthrough Adaptive Active Noise Canceling Technology for True Wireless Earbuds
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Qualcomm Unveils Breakthrough Adaptive Active Noise Canceling Technology for True Wireless Earbuds

Qualcomm Technologies International, a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, launched Qualcomm Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) a new technology designed to deliver an improved user experience for earbuds with integrated ANC. The Adaptive ANC technology is designed to enhance user comfort and provide consistent sound quality for true wireless earbuds by adapting its performance to meet variations in how an earbud fits in a user’s ear, and adapt in real-time to changes in fit as the earbuds are in use.
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