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Yamaha Announces Fourth Generation Active Field Control System
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Yamaha Announces Fourth Generation Active Field Control System

Yamaha announced an upcoming upgrade to its Active Field Control (AFC) acoustic enhancement system. According to Yamaha, the new AFC4 (fourth generation) system features significant upgrades in DSP processing and hardware. When combined with optimally placed microphones and loudspeakers, AFC4 operators can greatly enhance or create any acoustic environment, even in an outdoor or roofless venue. The new updated solution will be part of Yamaha's presentations scheduled for InfoComm 2019.
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Cambridge Audio Introduces AX Series Audio Components
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Cambridge Audio Introduces AX Series Audio Components

Always reaching for the perfect balance between value and quality, Cambridge Audio introduced the AX series, a brand new range of hi-fi separates. Classic audio components with updated features and all designed and engineered in the UK. Consisting of a CD player, an integrated amplifier and two stereo receivers, the new Cambridge Audio AX Series will certainly have something to offer every music lover, hitting the perfect balance between performance and affordability.
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Dusun Electron Announces Far-Field Voice Control Solution
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Dusun Electron Announces Far-Field Voice Control Solution

Dusun Electron demonstrated its far-field voice control solution at CES 2019 in Las Vegas, and the company now confirmed its availability. This new voice control solution enables voice-activated devices to clearly capture voice commands from a distance or even in noisy environments for a hands-free interactive experience. The Dusun platform features multi-microphone interfaces, an ARM-based processor, and supports voice front-end processing algorithms such as AEC, AGC, NR, beamforming, etc.
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Røde Microphones Introduces TF-5 Premium Matched Pair Condenser Cardioid Microphones
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Røde Microphones Introduces TF-5 Premium Matched Pair Condenser Cardioid Microphones

Røde Microphones introduced brand new TF-5 Premium Matched Pair Cardioid Microphones, designed in collaboration with legendary, Grammy Award-winning sound engineer Tony Faulkner. The TF-5 package includes the matched pair of microphones, stereo bar and all accessories needed for live sound or recording situations. According to the company, the TF-5 represents a new standard in small diaphragm condenser microphones, imagined and designed in collaboration with Tony Faulkner and manufactured at Røde’s state-of-the-art facility in Sydney.
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Bluesound Launches Professional Suite of Streaming Distributed Audio Products for Commercial Spaces at InfoComm 2019
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Bluesound Launches Professional Suite of Streaming Distributed Audio Products for Commercial Spaces at InfoComm 2019

Bluesound Professional is a new division of Lenbrook International, the home of brands such as NAD, PSB, and Bluesound, extending the group's reach from premium audio technologies for residential also to commercial applications. The new Bluesound Professional brand will be launching a raft of completely new products at InfoComm 2019, including multi-zone streamers, amplifiers, speakers, and controllers. The company aims to offer a versatile range of premium audio streaming solutions for commercial installers.
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Klipsch Creates Premium Soundbar Line with Bluetooth and Wireless Subwoofers
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Klipsch Creates Premium Soundbar Line with Bluetooth and Wireless Subwoofers

Klipsch announced the debut of two new premium, easy to use soundbars that are designed with quality materials and horn-loaded technology to look and sound like the brand’s premium Reference speakers. The Klipsch BAR 48 and BAR 40 soundbars with wireless subwoofers are a true upgrade to television sound, enhancing movies and music with clarity and realism. The sound bars and subwoofers are made from wood like the brand’s legendary, premium loudspeaker lines to deliver impressive acoustic performances.
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Lectrosonics Introduces D Squared Digital Wireless Microphone System
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Lectrosonics Introduces D Squared Digital Wireless Microphone System

Lectrosonics announced the introduction of its D Squared digital wireless microphone system, utilizing the Lectrosonics 4th-generation digital architecture that offers improved flexibility, ultra-fast setup, studio quality audio, and ultra-low latency. The system includes the DSQD 4-channel digital receiver, DBu digital belt pack transmitter, and DHu digital handheld transmitter. System features include 24-bit, 48 kHz digital audio, 2-way IR sync, three levels of encryption, and a tuning range from 470-608 MHz (470-614 MHz for export versions).
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Vesper Launches Ultra-High Acoustic Overload Point VM2020 Microphone for Smart Speakers
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Vesper Launches Ultra-High Acoustic Overload Point VM2020 Microphone for Smart Speakers

The world’s first MEMS microphone designed for loud environments is here. Vesper, a developer of advanced piezoelectric sensors, has just introduced the VM2020, an ultra-high acoustic overload point (AOP) differential analog output piezoelectric MEMS microphone. This is the first consumer product-ready in mass production, able to work in extremely noisy environments without distortion. The VM2020 is available in a standard form factor and package, such as smart speakers.
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We Asked For It! Apple Unveils All-New Mac Pro
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We Asked For It! Apple Unveils All-New Mac Pro

During its annual WWDC event, Apple introduced the all-new Mac Pro, a completely redesigned, breakthrough workstation for professional applications. Two years since Apple promised to go back to the concept of a modular and flexible computer for the professional market, the company finally delivered on the promise to push the limits of what a Mac can do. The most powerful Mac ever will be exactly what creative companies, audio recording studios, musicians, and production studios were waiting for, and more. And the new Mac Pro already received enthusiastic support from all pro-software companies, from Adobe to Autodesk, Blackmagic to Avid.
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KEF Brings Apple AirPlay 2 to LSX Wireless Music System
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KEF Brings Apple AirPlay 2 to LSX Wireless Music System

AirPlay2 is now available for KEF's LSX speakers, including multi-room audio capabilities. Users will now be able to ask Siri to stream music from Apple devices to LSX speakers throughout the house. Apple AirPlay 2 is a push update through the KEF Control App to KEF LSX Wireless Music Systems, available now. AirPlay 2 perfectly complements LSX’s ease of use with a streamlined setup process through the Apple Home app. All the KEF app functions are still available, including the powerful speaker sound settings.
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