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NAD Electronics Launches Retro-Inspired C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier
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NAD Electronics Launches Retro-Inspired C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier

Hifi components with wood panels are back! NAD Electronics is the latest audio manufacturer to embark on the retro trend with the C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier. The classic seventies hifi component will be introduced at the 2023 High End show in Munich, Germany, where demonstration sessions of the C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier will run in Room D108 in Atrium 3. Retro design elements include front-panel VU meters, push-button input controls, 1970s cursive branding, walnut-finished vinyl-clad cabinet, and a dark grey front panel.
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Amphion Offers More Channels for Atmos in New Amp400.12 Multi-Channel Power Amplifier
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Amphion Offers More Channels for Atmos in New Amp400.12 Multi-Channel Power Amplifier

Amphion has announced their new multichannel amplifier the Amp400.12, designed specifically for immersive audio setups. The new product follows the legacy of its predecessor, the Amp400.8, an 8-channel amplifier, which was released in September 2021. The 400.12 joins the series with four additional channels. Now with a total of 12-channels, the Amp400.12 can be used to power an entire 7.1.4 Atmos setup, while still leaving the engineer further flexibility with an extra channel open.
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Bluesound Launches NODE X Premium High-Resolution Wireless Multiroom Music Streamer
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Bluesound Launches NODE X Premium High-Resolution Wireless Multiroom Music Streamer

Bluesound announced the launch of a special limited-run Anniversary Edition NODE X streamer created in celebration of its 10th anniversary. The NODE X, in a unique silver finish, takes the brand’s iconic NODE hi-res multiroom player and adds the venerable ESS 9028Q2M Sabre DAC, plus a truly high-end headphone amplifier driven by cutting edge THX AAA (Achromatic Audio Amplifier) technology with patented feed-forward error correction. The NODE X retails at USD $749 / EUR €799 and is now available.
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NAD Announces Masters M66 BluOS Streaming DAC-Preamplifier
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NAD Announces Masters M66 BluOS Streaming DAC-Preamplifier

Ahead of the High End Munich show in Germany (May 18-21) and of its retail launch, NAD Electronics announced the Masters M66 BluOS Streaming DAC-Preamplifier, a new no-compromise flagship component, so advanced, it represents an entirely new category of hi-fi separates. The M66 offers leading-edge capabilities like BluOS high-resolution music streaming, Dirac Live Room Correction, Dirac Live Bass Control and four independent subwoofer outputs, a first for a two-channel pre-amp.
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DiGiCo Reveals Quantum852 Flagship Large-Format Live Audio Production Mixing Console
by Alfred Moody

DiGiCo Reveals Quantum852 Flagship Large-Format Live Audio Production Mixing Console

DiGiCo announced the launch of its next generation of large-format live audio production mixing consoles, designed from the ground up. Familiar, yet different, and with improved audio quality via enhanced algorithms, the new DiGiCo Quantum852 delivers a massive leap forward in processing power, it features new 1000-nit LCD screens for full daylight operation and a newly designed worksurface. And true to the DiGiCo ethos, the Quantum852 has been designed not just for now, but for the future.
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Sennheiser Adds Personalization Options in Latest Smart Control App and Firmware Updates
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Sennheiser Adds Personalization Options in Latest Smart Control App and Firmware Updates

Sennheiser introduced an update to its latest Momentum true wireless earbuds and headphones and the companion Smart Control App, which adds more ways to personalize the listening experience. The app is available on iOS and Android, with additional features coming to Momentum True Wireless 3 earphones and Momentum 4 Wireless headphones via firmware updates.
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Apple Delivers on the Promise of Ultimate Mobile Studio with Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad
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Apple Delivers on the Promise of Ultimate Mobile Studio with Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad

Apple unveiled new subscription options for its professional editing tools Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad. Finally delivering on the promise of exploring the mobile, touchscreen interface of the iPad, the new software options are now clear demonstration of the power of these mobile tablet devices equipped with Apple's latest silicon processors. For audio recording and editing in the field, Logic Pro for iPad introduces a completely new paradigm.
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Audioengine Launches 2nd Generation Hi-Res 32-bit D1 Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC
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Audioengine Launches 2nd Generation Hi-Res 32-bit D1 Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC

Audioengine, an innovative brand of affordable home audio products is now shipping its 2nd Generation Hi-Res 32-bit D1 Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC. Engineered for music lovers on the go, the compact D1 is equipped with both USB-C and optical (SPDIF) inputs. The DAC is equipped with an ESS ES9018 DAC and an optical receiver ESS9018, offering a full-scale output of 2.0V RMS with an output impedance of 4.7 ohm, working with the most demanding headphones.
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Trinnov Audio Launches NOVA Room Acoustics Optimizer
by Joao Martins

Trinnov Audio Launches NOVA Room Acoustics Optimizer

Trinnov Audio, a pioneer in active acoustic technologies and manufacturer of reference audio processors for home theater, high-end hi-fi, professional audio and commercial cinemas, introduced NOVA, it's latest hardware processor and studio interface. NOVA essentially provides an updated platform to run Trinnov's loudspeaker/room optimization technology, while handling all studio monitoring duties and acting as a Dante studio interface. With the new hardware solution Trinnov also introduces much-improved control apps.
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Keeping Class A Cool. Infigo Audio Debuts Method 6 Stereo Amplifier
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Keeping Class A Cool. Infigo Audio Debuts Method 6 Stereo Amplifier

Infigo Audio, a Canadian company that designs and manufactures amplifiers, DACs, and cables for consumers who are ready to invest in exquisitely designed electronics, announced its latest Method 6 two-channel amplifier. The new Method 6 (SRP: $20,000) features many of the same attributes as the brand's Method 3 monoblock amplifier and features a Class A architecture, but with a unique design that maintains a low temperature that is not typical of Class A amplifiers.
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