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Technics Releases New SL-1300G Delta Sigma Drive Grand Class Turntable
by Joao Martins

Technics Releases New SL-1300G Delta Sigma Drive Grand Class Turntable

During IFA 2024, Technics expanded its range of flagship turntables with the SL-1300G, a new hifi Grand Class turntable that uses the brand’s unique ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive) technology. Renowned for the power and precision of this motor control technology, first introduced in the SL-1200GR2 turntable in 2023, Technics took its direct drive technology to the next level and created an even more refined model. The Technics SL-1300G is a new hifi reference from the brand that kept turntables cool, even when they weren’t.
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Sony Launches New MDR-M1 Closed Monitor Professional Headphones
by Joao Martins

Sony Launches New MDR-M1 Closed Monitor Professional Headphones

Sony launched new reference closed monitor headphones for creators, extending the solid reputation of the Japanese brand in the professional market. The product of an extensive development process, the new Sony MDR-M1 headphones deliver the ultra-wideband playback that is required to work with high-resolution audio recordings, including for mixing and mastering. Designed for the studio with professional standards, the Sony MDR-M1 ensure optimized passive isolation to reproduce detailed sound and for use in a wide range of music production workflows.
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Sonos Reinforces Installation Solutions with New Era 100 Pro Speaker
by Joao Martins

Sonos Reinforces Installation Solutions with New Era 100 Pro Speaker

Sonos announced the Era 100 Pro, specifically engineered for professional installation. The new speaker design is optimized for PoE+ and is complemented by the Era 100 Pro Surface Mount, offering versatile installation options. Sonos is also introducing zones, a new software feature that will make bonding and controlling multiple speakers easier and more customizable for larger spaces. In time for the CEDIA Expo 2024, Sonos also announced a new Search API that strengthens compatibility with third-party control systems.
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Bang & Olufsen Redefines Indulgence with Beoplay H100 ANC Headphones
by Joao Martins

Bang & Olufsen Redefines Indulgence with Beoplay H100 ANC Headphones

Bang & Olufsen unveiled its most luxurious and advanced noise cancellation headphones to date. The new Beoplay H100 expand the experience of the successful Beoplay H95 headphones, retaining the exceptional craftsmanship, elevating the sound experience, and offering up to 35 hours of playtime. Priced above all other premium wireless headphones available, Bang & Olufsen says the Beoplay H100 headphones are designed to receive software upgrades and user replaceable parts for the future.
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NTP Technology to Demonstrate Latest-Generation DAD Thunder|Core Compact Audio Production Interfaces at IBC 2024
by Joao Martins

NTP Technology to Demonstrate Latest-Generation DAD Thunder|Core Compact Audio Production Interfaces at IBC 2024

NTP Technology will exhibit its latest-generation Digital Audio Denmark range of audio production interfaces on stand 8.B61 at IBC 2024 in Amsterdam, September 13-16. Designed for use in studio or location recording and live music production environments as well as film sound post-production, the DAD Thunder|Core series using Thunderbolt 3 technology, includes the AX64, compact AX Center and ultra-compact Core 256.
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Vanco Announces Wireless Extender for 2.1 Channel Audio
by audioXpress Staff

Vanco Announces Wireless Extender for 2.1 Channel Audio

Vanco International announced the launch of the PAEXWIR wireless audio extender. This solution, part of the company's PulseAudio portfolio of distribution products, transmits uncompressed stereo audio and subwoofer signals up to 164 feet (50m) with line of sight, or 50 feet (15m) through walls, ceilings and floors. Accepting simply analog inputs, the stereo signal and subwoofer channel, 20Hz to 20KHz, are transmitted digitally at high-quality 24-bit, 48kHz sampling rate.
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DiGiCo Debuts Compact Quantum326 Live Production Console at PLASA 2024
by audioXpress Staff

DiGiCo Debuts Compact Quantum326 Live Production Console at PLASA 2024

When the DiGiCo Quantum338 console made its official launch at the 2020 NAMM Show, the crowd that was there to witness the console’s unveiling was unprecedented, with hundreds of curious onlookers gathered around the company’s booth. The leading manufacturer of digital mixing consoles for the live sound and touring market now expanded its portfolio with a dual-screen, 26-fader model that retains all the power and processing of the popular Quantum338 console.
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Ascendo Immersive Audio Debuts The10 Passive LED Phantom Voice Speaker
by Alfred Moody

Ascendo Immersive Audio Debuts The10 Passive LED Phantom Voice Speaker

Ascendo Immersive Audio will debut The10 Passive LED Phantom Voice speaker during CEDIA Expo 2024. This versatile new speaker was created to meet the growing demand for high-quality sound in shallow and narrow spaces, making it a perfect companion for LED cinema screens from leading brands like LG, Samsung, Quantum Media Systems, Christie, Barco, and others, as well as non-perforated or near-field projection screens.
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Pro-Ject Launches Upgraded Debut EVO 2 Turntable
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Pro-Ject Launches Upgraded Debut EVO 2 Turntable

Another week and another Pro-Ject turntable. Following the surprising XA B and the Debut PRO B, the Austrian manufacturer now announced the latest addition to the Debut Series, the Debut EVO 2. Advancing the design of its predecessor, the new Debut EVO 2 now uses the same tonearm bearing block and record platter as the just announced Debut PRO B. By moving away from the steel platter, it welcomes moving coil cartridges as one of many enhancements. The incorporation of the Pick it MM EVO phono cartridge and improved motor isolation are other highlights.
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Marantz Launches MODEL 10 Reference Integrated Amplifier
by Joao Martins

Marantz Launches MODEL 10 Reference Integrated Amplifier

Marantz unveiled its new 10 Series Collection, which consists of three reference-quality high-end audio stereo products, all designed at the renowned Shirakawa Audio Works in Japan. The series will include the Reference SACD 10 player and the LINK 10n Reference Network Audio Player, which will be released later in 2024. For now, Marantz launched the MODEL 10 Reference Integrated Amplifier, which uses Purifi-licensed Class-D technology.
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