Toshiba Ultra HD 4K Workstation Now Available

We told you this was coming! The new Toshiba Tecra W50 features a 3840 x 2160 resolution display is already available and takes visuals to a whole new level for engineering, 3D design and, naturally, video and audio production. So, while we wait for the future iMacs and MacBook Pro with a 4K display, we already have the Panasonic Toughbook 4K tablet and now this Toshiba portable workstation running Windows 8.x.

The latest version of Nugen Audio’s VisLM loudness metering plug-in now supports the compliance needs of game audio producers as they launch 7.1 surround audio titles. Nugen Audio already provides the broadcast, post-production and music production industry with end-to-end loudness management, metering, and correction tools. Now, game production houses can also ensure loudness compliance for the latest platforms.

The technology development consultancy Redux Labs has unveiled what they believe to be the industry’s thinnest soundbar. It uses the company’s SurfaceSound technology to drive the sound from a 1.2m panel of Corning Gorilla Glass and deliver very high quality audio (equivalent to $1k soundbars on the market today) with a sleek look and at a significantly lower pricepoint.

The Dynacord AXM 12A is a versatile active loudspeaker designed for monitoring, PA, fill or delay duties – even operation as a three-way system with a sub extension is possible. The new model uses as onboard 520W Class-D amplifier to achieve high levels of SPL (max 128 dB), with an integrated DSP for optimal performance on loud stages. Its compact dimensions and a weight of less than 15 kg assure easy mobility.

The XL2 Data Explorer Software version 1.10 release adds level statistics and spectral calculations, while the update also increases the presentation capabilities. The update to this PC reporting software from NTi Audio is available for download free of charge for all XL2 Data Explorer users.

Samson Technologies has a new addition to their already impressively affordable and reliable line of monitor speakers. The MediaOne BT Active Studio Monitors with Bluetooth are available in three models, sold as packaged stereo pairs. The MediaOne BT3 ($99), MediaOne BT4 ($149) and MediaOne BT5 ($199) monitors are the latest products from Samson that feature the ability to wirelessly connect to music sources via Bluetooth. Samson is hosting a contest starting on July 18 giving away a pair to a lucky winner before they are available in stores. Read on.

Audiofile announced a major update to Spectre, the popular real-time audio analysis suite for OS X. The new version currently featured on the Mac App Store and named a “Best New App”, is available for 50% off the original price for a limited time. Ideal for any audio professional, Spectre is packed with 20 different multi-channel and multi-trace meters including Level, VU, Spectrograph, Oscilloscope, Spectrogram, LU and LU History.

PreSonus announced that it's now shipping free SL Room Control, which is an easy-to-use system-control and performance-monitoring software for StudioLive AI Active Integration loudspeakers. SL Room Control connects to the loudspeaker-management processor on each AI-series loudspeaker. It works wirelessly or over a wired (Ethernet) LAN. SL Room Control provides access to pro system-alignment controls for customizing each StudioLive AI-series speaker on the network. It compensates for room anomalies, eliminates feedback, and more.

Crown Audio expanded its DriveCore Install (DCi) Series amplifier range with the introduction of its DCi Network Display 8|600ND and 4|1250ND power amplifiers, featuring front-panel status displays and AVB (Audio Video Bridging) connectivity. The new eight- and four-channel DCi Network Display amplifiers combine DriveCore technology with AVB and are compatible with Harman’s HiQnet Audio Architect system setup and control software. Both offer direct drive “constant voltage” capabilities for 70Vrms and 100Vrms amplification without the need for a step-up transformer.

Like many technology companies in Silicon Valley, OPPO Digital is continuously working on bringing new ideas and new products to customers. Over the past 8 years, OPPO has developed and released a series of award-winning universal DVD and Blu-ray players. But just as video has entered the Ultra HD era, OPPO Digital acknowledges audio is evolving with the rise of high-resolution music and a renewed interest in personal audio. Aiming at demanding customers in the personal audio space OPPO has announced the new PM-1 Planar Magnetic Headphone and HA-1 Headphone Amplifier. The PM-1's became available middle April and the HA-1 one month later.