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DPA, Lectrosonics and Sound Devices Host The Sound Summit LA
by audioXpress Staff

DPA, Lectrosonics and Sound Devices Host The Sound Summit LA

On Wednesday, October 8, just prior to the start of the 137th International AES Convention at the Los Angeles Convention Center, DPA Microphones, Lectrosonics and Sound Devices will host The Sound Summit LA event. The event will discuss the best practices for utilizing all three brands during a production.
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Alcons Audio Enhances Dolby Atmos at JT Cinemas with Custom System
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Alcons Audio Enhances Dolby Atmos at JT Cinemas with Custom System

One of the longest-established cinema chains in the Netherlands, JT Cinemas has spent the last few years investing in new sites and upgrading existing venues to offer Dutch audiences the best possible experience. Working closely with leading cinema solutions provider dcinex, JT has chosen Alcons Audio systems for the cutting edge Dolby Atmos installation at its Kerkrade site.
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New USB Type-C Connector for SuperSpeed USB and 4K DisplayPort
by Joao Martins

New USB Type-C Connector for SuperSpeed USB and 4K DisplayPort

Recently announced by the USB 3.0 Promoter Group, the release of the USB Type-C specification, combines SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps and USB Power Delivery up to 100W, providing a flexible enough solution to fit the varied needs of consumers. Now, VESA confirms the new USB Type-C Connector also enables DisplayPort capabilities.
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DPA Microphones Condenser Miniature Microphone For Conan O’Brien
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DPA Microphones Condenser Miniature Microphone For Conan O’Brien

Mike Stock, senior audio mixer for the Conan O’Brien show, depends on Danish Professional Audio (DPA) Microphones’ d:screet 4061 Omnidirectional Miniature Microphones which he uses on O’Brien, his sidekick Andy Richter and their guests, to overcome the sound challenges on set.
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Steve Wozniak to Chat Innovation and Creativity at the 2015 NAMM Show
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Steve Wozniak to Chat Innovation and Creativity at the 2015 NAMM Show

A titan in the world of innovation and co-founder of Apple, Steve Wozniak, will open the NAMM Show’s Saturday, January 24th industry breakfast with a discussion about music, engineering and creativity. NAMM’s President & CEO, Joe Lamond, will moderate.
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Dolby Atmos Entertainment Comes to the Home Via Blu-ray and VUDU
by Vance Dickason

Dolby Atmos Entertainment Comes to the Home Via Blu-ray and VUDU

Dolby Laboratories announced that Paramount Pictures and Warner Bros. movies featuring Dolby Atmos soundtracks will soon be available for home theater enthusiasts with Dolby Atmos enabled AV receivers and speakers. Dolby Atmos movies will be available this fall on Blu-ray Disc and through leading content service provider VUDU, the first streaming service to announce support for Dolby Atmos films.
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Prolight+Sound Shangai 2014 - The Next Great Industry Event - October 8-11
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Prolight+Sound Shangai 2014 - The Next Great Industry Event - October 8-11

Prolight+Sound Shanghai 2014 will take place 8 – 11 October at the Shanghai New International Centre Expo in China. A large number of international brands are confirmed at the show and there will be pavilions from Taiwan and Shanghai with double the exhibition space due to the success of last year’s show. Prolight+Sound Shanghai gained a solid industry reputation as a successful trading platform and one of the leading trade fairs for the entertainment industry in Asia.
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Mastering Audio: The Art and the Science, 3rd Edition by Bob Katz Now Available
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Mastering Audio: The Art and the Science, 3rd Edition by Bob Katz Now Available

Focal Press announced the publication of the 3rd Edition of Mastering Audio: The Art and the Science by Bob Katz. Completely reorganized to focus on workflow, this third edition details mastering by providing a step-by-step approach to the process. First covering practical techniques and basic theory, this industry classic also addresses advanced theory and practice. The book’s new approach is especially suitable to accompany a one- or two-term course in audio and mastering.
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Harman Unveils Wireless HD Audio System and Announces Global Developer Community with APIs for Lifestyle Products
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Harman Unveils Wireless HD Audio System and Announces Global Developer Community with APIs for Lifestyle Products

During the IFA 2014 show in Berlin there were several major technology announcements from Harman consumer division. Leveraging the advances on Wi-Fi technology, Harman announced its new Wireless HD Audio System as “a breakthrough in high-quality wireless home streaming.” Harman also announced APIs for its lifestyle products will be made available for developers working on media streaming, audio applications, and advanced connected applications.
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WiSA Association Combines Wireless Home Theater and Multi-Zone Audio Capabilities into a Single Low-Cost Whole House Solution
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WiSA Association Combines Wireless Home Theater and Multi-Zone Audio Capabilities into a Single Low-Cost Whole House Solution

During its product demonstrations taking place during the CEDIA Expo 2014 at the Denver Convention Center, the Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association, an industry group dedicated to bringing reliable, high resolution, interoperable, wireless, multi-channel audio products to the home theater market, announced support for multi-zone, whole house capabilities.
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