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Harman and Little Kids Rock Launch “Jam Zone” Online Music Hub
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Harman and Little Kids Rock Launch “Jam Zone” Online Music Hub

Harman is supporting Little Kids Rock and music education initiatives through Harman Inspired, the company’s global cause initiative empowering the next generation to realize their possibilities through music, technology, and service. The two organizations have joined forces to create the Jam Zone website, featuring approximately 200 free video lessons and tutorials to help anyone make music.
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Audio-Technica Launches New Wireless-Technology Subsidiary Company, Alteros
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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
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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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The New York Audio Show Returns to Manhattan in 2016
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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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USB-IF Announces USB Audio Device Class 3.0 Specification for Digital Audio Applications
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USB-IF Announces USB Audio Device Class 3.0 Specification for Digital Audio Applications

USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), the support organization for the advancement and adoption of USB technology, finally announced the USB Audio Device Class 3.0 specification to establish USB Audio over USB Type-C as the primary solution for all digital audio applications, including headsets, mobile devices, docking stations, gaming set-ups and VR solutions.
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Tessera to Acquire DTS, Inc
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Tessera to Acquire DTS, Inc

Imaging and semiconductor technologies company Tessera Technologies, announced the intention to acquire DTS, Inc, effectively resulting in the merger of the two companies. The surprising announcement states that the established audio solutions provider has entered into a definitive agreement under which Tessera will acquire DTS for $42.50 per share. The all-cash transaction is valued at approximately $850 million.
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141st AES International Convention in Los Angeles is Largest Audio Industry Event of the Year
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141st AES International Convention in Los Angeles is Largest Audio Industry Event of the Year

Its time to look at the complete schedule of sessions, events and tours available for the 141st Audio Engineering Society Convention in Los Angeles. The largest audio conference of the year is truly a challenge for any visitor. Plus, with this year’s new timetable and exhibits starting on day one of the convention, a perfect schedule is essential. Everything takes place Thursday, September 29 through Sunday, October 2, 2016 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
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Michail Barabasz to Speak at The LoudSpeaker Sourcing Show 2016
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Michail Barabasz to Speak at The LoudSpeaker Sourcing Show 2016

This year’s Loudspeaker Sourcing Show provides a platform for forum talks and presentations from industry leaders and exhibiting companies. The first announced speaker is Michail Barabasz of Lorantz Audio Services. Well regarded as one of the best speaker designers in our industry, Barabasz will be speaking about his 40 years of experience in high-end loudspeaker design in Australia.
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Sales of Waterproof Bluetooth Streaming Speakers Grow to 30 Percent of Category Sales
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Sales of Waterproof Bluetooth Streaming Speakers Grow to 30 Percent of Category Sales

Is the Bluetooth speaker market saturated? It all depends of the sales pitch apparently. Simply being portable is no longer the argument. Consumers are now looking for specific functionalities that differentiate different models… and the time of year also helps. From June through August 2016, waterproof Bluetooth streaming speaker sales in the U.S. increased 137 percent versus the same period a year ago, according to a recent NPD market survey. Next up… Bluetooth speakers with built-in lights for the Winter?
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Ear Trumpet Labs Celebrates Five-Year Anniversary
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Ear Trumpet Labs Celebrates Five-Year Anniversary

It is rare in the pro audio world for a company, of any size, to be able to boast a 100% sales growth, yet that is exactly what boutique microphone company, Ear Trumpet Labs (ETL) continues to achieve. ETL will celebrate their 5-year anniversary this fall touting that exciting news along with many other accomplishments that paint the picture of a thriving company with an enthusiastic and growing customer base. For the past three years ETL has doubled in sales every year, and 2016 is no exception.
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