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B&C Speakers Launches New 18DS115 18” Subwoofer
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B&C Speakers Launches New 18DS115 18” Subwoofer

Displayed early at the recent Prolight+Sound 2017 show in Frankfurt, B&C Speakers has added its new 18DS115 subwoofer to its portfolio. According to the Italian pro audio speaker company, the new 18" driver is an evolution of what has been possible in all key parameters, mainly due to its new four layer aluminum voice coil, providing more energy in the gap, higher sensitivity, lower distortion and better overall performance.
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DTS Announces DTS:X Creator Suite for Immersive Object-Based Audio
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DTS Announces DTS:X Creator Suite for Immersive Object-Based Audio

DTS, now a part Of Xperi (former Tessera Holdings) finally introduced its DTS:X Creator Suite, with all the needed tools for professional content production of immersive, object-based DTS Audio for cinema, Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray and other home formats. The new DTS:X Creator Suite provides the ability to encode, mix and deliver in both DTS:X and DTS Headphone:X formats, combining all the previous existing software tools, including MDA Tools and DTS:X Encoder Suite.
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B&O PLAY Makes Speakers Truly Smart and Portable with Beoplay P2
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B&O PLAY Makes Speakers Truly Smart and Portable with Beoplay P2

There's nothing worse than listening to music with smartphone speakers, but lifestyle brands know this is happening more and more. B&O PLAY designed a simple but smart speaker for those communion moments, with the tiny Beoplay P2. Users can simply double tap on the anodized aluminum grill to play or pause music, or shake to skip tracks. Beoplay P2 easily slips into a bag or pocket to take anywhere and is way better than smartphone speakers.
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Sennheiser Introduces HDV 820 Fully Balanced Headphone Amplifier
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Sennheiser Introduces HDV 820 Fully Balanced Headphone Amplifier

At the Tokyo Headphone Festival, held from April 29-30, Sennheiser showcased the latest product in its high-end enthusiast range: the fully balanced headphone amplifier HDV 820. Building on the accomplishments of Sennheiser’s first-ever digital headphone amplifier, the acclaimed HDVD 800, the German company now designed the HDV 820 to complement its electronics with an enhanced, higher resolution and ultra low distortion option that perfectly complements its high-end headphones.
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Jabra Designs Evolve 75 Wireless Headset for Modern Office Use
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Jabra Designs Evolve 75 Wireless Headset for Modern Office Use

With the headphone and personal audio industry booming, there is a growing opportunity for solutions that are also adapted to modern working environments. Designed to support concentration in the open office, the Jabra Evolve 75 manages office sounds and interruptions with a unique combination of features including Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and an integrated "do not disturb" busylight.
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New SlingStudio Professional-Grade Multi-Camera Production and Live Video Broadcasting Solution
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New SlingStudio Professional-Grade Multi-Camera Production and Live Video Broadcasting Solution

One of the most interesting products unveiled at NAB 2017 was far from being the typical broadcast-specified solution with the traditional six figure price tag. Sling Media, a subsidiary of DISH Network Corp., introduced its groundbreaking SlingStudio, a new multi-camera and live video production solution, starting at just $999. It's basically a simple video interface and wireless camera link with an associated iPad app...
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NUGEN Audio Unveils New Halo Downmix Solution at NAB 2017
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NUGEN Audio Unveils New Halo Downmix Solution at NAB 2017

During NAB 2017, NUGEN Audio unveiled its new Halo Downmix, a highly creative solution for precise downmixing of feature-film and 5.1 mixes to stereo. Another important tool in the Halo series of professional audio solutions for production, post-production and broadcast, the new downmixing software was designed to provide complete control on how a stereo mix will sound, as well as conversion of higher channel surround productions to standard 5.1.
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Propellerhead Announces Free Reason 9.5 Update with VST Plugin Support
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Propellerhead Announces Free Reason 9.5 Update with VST Plugin Support

Propellerhead Software announced Reason 9.5, the newest update to its popular music production software. Reason 9.5 is a free update that introduces VST support – the number-one feature request by both Reason and non-Reason owners alike. The update introduces new and creative ways to use VST plugins with drag and drop from the browser, allowing CV and audio connections with plugins, direct Player support, and even adding VST plugins in Combinators with Reason’s own devices or Rack Extensions.
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DPA Microphones Introduces d:vice Mobile Digital Audio Interface
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DPA Microphones Introduces d:vice Mobile Digital Audio Interface

DPA Microphones introduced a new two-channel microphone preamp and A/D converter, allowing the use of the brand's extensive range of professional microphones with an iOS device, a Mac or a PC. According to DPA, the new d:vice MMA-A Digital Audio Interface and preamp allows both broadcasting or recording in the field, offering superior audio quality anywhere, in a convenient, portable design.
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PCB Piezotronics Introduces New Phantom Powered Preamplifier Design for Audio Measurements
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PCB Piezotronics Introduces New Phantom Powered Preamplifier Design for Audio Measurements

A new, patent pending, universal preamplifier from PCB Piezotronics, reduces project costs by allowing users to interchange multiple test microphone cartridges to meet unique testing requirements. Model 426A14 adapts to any IEC 61094-4 compliant, prepolarized microphone for use in loudspeaker design, microphone and amplifier modeling, and live sound or high definition recording applications.
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