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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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New Revolutionary Digitally Controlled Electromotor Synthesizer From Gamechanger Audio
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New Revolutionary Digitally Controlled Electromotor Synthesizer From Gamechanger Audio

In the last few years the music industry has seen all sorts of innovation on sound synthesis mainly from software-based virtual instruments. More recently, there seems to be also a revival of hardware, with several new analog instruments launched in the market. But a company from Riga, Latvia, called Gamechanger Audio, is combining a new innovative type of sound engine in a revolutionary new instrument. The crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo for its revolutionary Motor Synth has been fully funded in just ten minutes, and achieved twice that amount in just two hours!
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Barix Expands Unicast, Low-Latency Audio Streaming Over Wi-Fi to More Than 2000 Concurrent Listeners
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Barix Expands Unicast, Low-Latency Audio Streaming Over Wi-Fi to More Than 2000 Concurrent Listeners

Audio streaming over Wi-Fi to on-site mobile listeners with the lowest possible latency, Barix’s AudioPoint 3.0 audio-to-mobile platform has been deployed in venues around the globe to enhance digital signage and live presentation applications with high-quality, IP-delivered audio. At InfoComm 2019, the company will amplify these benefits with the launch of the companion AudioPoint Pro server, which extends the reach of AudioPoint 3.0 by enabling simultaneous delivery to more than 2000 listeners on their own personal devices.
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ProCo Sound to Showcase New Dante-Enabled PoE Modules and Wall-Plates at Infocomm 2019
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ProCo Sound to Showcase New Dante-Enabled PoE Modules and Wall-Plates at Infocomm 2019

InfoComm 2019 will be the greatest everything-over-IP AV show ever, and no doubt, Audinate's Dante solutions are going to be have the strongest showcase as well, with hundreds of manufacturers showing new and existing solutions. ProCo Sound, an ACT/RHC brand, will debut its latest Dante AoD I/O Modules, including new Dropboxes and Wall Plates in three input/output configurations, making Dante connectivity completely seamless.
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Savant Announces New Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit Compatible Products
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Savant Announces New Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit Compatible Products

Savant introduced a high-fidelity smart audio amplifier that will support AirPlay 2 and HomeKit as part of the company’s new Smart Series family, offering popular music streaming services, 24-bit and 96kHz high-resolution playback with ultra-low latency and 125 Watts per channel out of the box. The company also announced that its Savant Music whole-house standalone app is now available, and that is smart soundbar now supports Siri control of HomeKit devices.
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Synthax Named U.S. Distributor for Swiss Audio Networking Specialist Appsys Pro Audio
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Synthax Named U.S. Distributor for Swiss Audio Networking Specialist Appsys Pro Audio

Synthax, the distributor of premium German interface manufacturer RME, German converter manufacturer Ferrofish and personal monitor mixer myMix, has announced at that it is now distributing Switzerland-based Appsys Pro Audio to the U.S., Canada and Latin America, effective immediately. Synthax will highlight Appsys products at its booth 5150 during InfoComm 2019 from June 12–14, 2019, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
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Bose Introduces Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphone 700 with Voice-Control
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Bose Introduces Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphone 700 with Voice-Control

Already the undisputed leader in active noise cancelling technology, Bose is stepping up its product range with the announcement of the new wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, which the company itself says is "the biggest leap forward in headphones since the iconic QuietComfort." The new Bose 700s also introduce a revolutionary new voice interface that redefines mobile communication, combined with new audio augmented reality features that will enable completely new user experiences.
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DirectOut Updates MONTONE.42 Firmware with ST 2110-31 Support
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DirectOut Updates MONTONE.42 Firmware with ST 2110-31 Support

A major firmware update has been released for the MONTONE.42, DirectOut’s MADI to Ravenna/AES67 converter. According to the German networked audio and interconnectivity specialist, the transparent transport of AES3 audio data over IP is now possible with the MONTONE.42 through the newly added ST 2110-31 support. Meanwhile, DirectOut Technologies also announced the appointment of a new distributor in the US for the non-broadcast related pro audio market segment of the industry.
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Acon Digital Verberate Immersive 2 Reverb Algorithm Now Supports Immersive Formats
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Acon Digital Verberate Immersive 2 Reverb Algorithm Now Supports Immersive Formats

Acon Digital has released Verberate Immersive 2, a surround and 3D capable version of their acclaimed reverb plug-in Verberate 2. Just like the stereo version, Verberate Immersive 2 includes the new Vivid Hall algorithm for late reverberation, an algorithm based on entirely new technology which is designed for natural and pristine reverb tails without repeating patterns, resonances or other artifacts. Verberate Immersive 2 supports surround and immersive formats up to 7.1.6 channels.
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