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Bang & Olufsen Introduces New Generation of Iconic Beosound A9 and Beosound 2 Home Speakers
by Alfred Moody

Bang & Olufsen Introduces New Generation of Iconic Beosound A9 and Beosound 2 Home Speakers

Bang & Olufsen announced a new generation of its Beosound A9 and Beosound 2 home audio speakers. More than being available in new Black Anthracite, Gold Tone, and Natural finishes, the two speakers now join Bang & Olufsen’s range of future-proof products on the Mozart software platform, created to ensure product longevity beyond physical design. Designed to be updated and improved the Mozart platform is easy to service and allows for future upgrades of the streaming module.
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A New Era of Sonos Speakers Starts Now
by Joao Martins

A New Era of Sonos Speakers Starts Now

Sonos debuted Sonos Era 300 and Sonos Era 100, the company's next generation of connected, home audio speakers that also have smart features, but more importantly pave the way for a whole new chapter in sound and design innovation from the brand. The new Sonos Era 300 is a completely new design that is supposed to deliver some form of "spatial audio". The more compact Era 100 redefines the Sonos One concept with a more advanced design.
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Voyage Audio Spatial Mic Converter Plugin Updated To Include Audio Unit Compatibility
by audioXpress Staff

Voyage Audio Spatial Mic Converter Plugin Updated To Include Audio Unit Compatibility

Voyage Audio, the creators of the Spatial Mic Dante and USB ambisonic microphones, have updated the Spatial Mic Converter Plugin v1.6.5 – a software update that includes Audio Unit (AU) compatibility with macOS software. This makes it easy to leverage the spatial audio capabilities of DAWs like Logic Pro. The San Diego-based company is now shipping both microphones already with the new plugin.
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Pylon Audio Loudspeakers Earn WiSA HT Interoperability Certification
by Joao Martins

Pylon Audio Loudspeakers Earn WiSA HT Interoperability Certification

The Wireless Speaker and Audio Association (WiSA) announced that another European manufacturer and Association member, Pylon Audio, has earned the WiSA HT Interoperability Certification for its Jasper line of high-end home audio loudspeakers. The Polish company is going to offer WiSA-enabled active models of its Jasper line, which includes the Jasper 25 mkII, Jasper Monitor 18 and Jasper 23. All will be available for purchase in select countries beginning March 6.
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Audio-Technica Launches BP3600 Immersive Audio Microphone
by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Launches BP3600 Immersive Audio Microphone

A leading innovator in transducer technology, Audio-Technica has been the official microphone supplier for broadcasting coverage of the Olympic Games since 1996. From shotgun to stereo, a large number of Audio-Technica's microphones used in many sports were designed specifically for the Olympics. This time, following multiple seasons of extensive prototype testing of a 8.0 microphone concept for MotoGP motorcycle races, Audio-Technica is now launching the BP3600 Immersive Audio Microphone.
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Lewitt Shipping New MTP W950 True Condenser Handheld Microphone
by Joao Martins

Lewitt Shipping New MTP W950 True Condenser Handheld Microphone

Announced in 2022 and scheduled to be launched before the end of 2022, Lewitt's new flagship modular handheld microphone featuring a 1-inch true condenser capsule is finally shipping. Able to reject 90% of incoming sound from the rear, throughout the whole frequency range, the W950 detachable capsule can be switched from cardioid to supercardioid and is compatible with industry-standard wireless systems.
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Shure Announces New GLX-D+ Dual Band Wireless System
by audioXpress Staff

Shure Announces New GLX-D+ Dual Band Wireless System

Shure introduced its new and improved GLX-D+ Dual Band Wireless system, providing a solution for guitarists, bassists, vocalists, and presenters who want to go wireless with confidence and without complexity. The Shure GLX-D+ wireless system offers dual-band functionality, expanding the original GLX-D system into the 5.8 GHz range, three different receiver types, an entire ecosystem of accessories, and versatile features for applications ranging from installed sound in small venues to live stage performances.
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Linkplay Technology Launches WiiM Pro Music Streamer
by Joao Martins

Linkplay Technology Launches WiiM Pro Music Streamer

Linkplay Technology is the technology company recognized by delivering the most widely adopted wireless audio streaming modules to the industry, and a recognized source for premium smart home and affordable connected AI products. Once in a while, Linkplay makes available its own reference designs directly on the market. The new WiiM Pro is a versatile music streamer that combines all the latest technologies and protocols, making it the ultimate (and most affordable) home audio hub available.
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Jabra Announces Work-From-Anywhere Speak2 Professional Speakerphone Line-Up
by audioXpress Staff

Jabra Announces Work-From-Anywhere Speak2 Professional Speakerphone Line-Up

Jabra expanded its range of solutions for the hybrid office with the launch the Speak2 range. The new Speak2 75, Speak2 55 and the Speak2 40 professional speakerphones are engineered specifically to meet the need for an intelligent speaker that is built to work anywhere. Improving from the experience with existing Jabra speakerphones, the Speak2 range offers professional, pocketable, and portable devices packed with the latest technology.
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EarFun Claims World's 1st Bluetooth LE-Audio ANC True Wireless Earbuds
by Joao Martins

EarFun Claims World's 1st Bluetooth LE-Audio ANC True Wireless Earbuds

EarFun has launched the new Air Pro 3 true wireless earbuds that are said to be LE Audio-ready. audioXpress has waited until the start of MWC 2023 in Barcelona to see if anyone would dispute or make a similar claim. Since no one did, we can reliably publish the story now. Earfun is now selling the World's 1st LE-audio ANC true wireless earbuds, the brand's new TWS earbud flagship, which uses the Qualcomm QCC 3071 chip, and also supports Bluetooth 5.3, and aptX Adaptive.
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