Dear Reality Releases dearVR PRO 2 Spatializer Plugin

Dear Reality has launched dearVR PRO 2, the successor of its dearVR PRO spatializer software. The upgrade adds a stereo input including stereo width control to the plugin, and gives users access to new immersive Pro Tools formats (9.0.4, 9.1.4 and 9.0.6). dearVR PRO 2 also features new high-pass and low-pass filters for early reflections and late reverb, designed to bring true-to-life sound to any production. In addition, the new Mk II software supports third-party OSC head trackers.

Audient introduced ORIA, an all in one USB-C audio interface and monitor controller designed specifically for multi-speaker arrays ranging from stereo to 9.1.6 setups – and everything in between. ORIA was designed with immersive audio in mind and to support mixing for formats such as Dolby Atmos. It features built-in Sonarworks Reference DSP for room and speaker calibration, allowing a perfect monitoring environment for music, film, TV and even game production. Designed with a dual purpose, it can also effortlessly integrate an existing studio setup as a standalone monitor controller via its ADAT Inputs.

Native Instruments announced iZotope VEA, a new AI-powered voice enhancement plugin for Mac and Windows. This is a landmark product for the newly combined company, where iZotope's cutting-edge audio processing technology is boosted with an artificial intelligence-based approach that delivers results that are simply not possible or very difficult to achieve with traditional tools. Voice Enhancement Assistant, or VEA, delivers a more powerful, polished, and professional vocal sound for podcasters and content creators.

KEF launched the newest addition to its popular LS Wireless Collection with the new LSX II LT Wireless. These hifi speakers are a streamlined version of KEF's existing LSX II speakers, featuring the same key technological innovations - 11th Generation Uni-Q driver, Music Integrity Engine, W2 wireless platform, easy connectivity, etc. - found in the LSX II, at an even lower price point. The key difference is that the LSX II LT only requires a single power cord, as the primary speaker powers the secondary one via an interconnect cable.

In the incredible mix of new product announcements unleashed before the company's presence at NAMM 2024, the new Mackie MobileMix revitalizes an interesting category in portable live production and content creation. The Mackie MobileMix is a fully featured small audio mixer designed to work with tablets and smartphone in live sound, video production, and streaming setups.

Røde has announced a dual transmitter version of the Wireless ME, the grab-and-go, entry level wireless mic for content creators. This announcement expands the possibilities of the original Wireless ME system launched in 2023 together with a free iOS video app. The ultra-compact wireless microphone system shares the same form factor of the Wireless GO and GO II, creating a simpler to use option with less features, while adding automatic gain control and a mic on the receiver.

Anticipating its presence at NAMM 2024, where Mackie will share a booth with Røde, following the recently announced acquisition, the Washington state company has unveiled a surprising number of new products. Among those are three new additions to the acclaimed ProFXv3 mixer series, expanding the lineup with creator-friendly technologies and features, such as USB recording modes, upgraded effects and Bluetooth.

Audfly Technology presented an innovative range of see-thru glass directional speakers at CES 2024. The company, which specializes in directional acoustic technology, says that its F1 glass speakers also employ sophisticated directional sound technology to precisely project stereo audio to a specific area, ensuring an outstanding listening experience without causing disruption to nearby individuals.

Harman presented a complete expansion of its headphone and true wireless earbuds range at CES 2024, under the JBL brand. The 2024 offerings will include the expansion of the innovative Smart Charging Case - a connected case featuring a color screen - to the three models in the new JBL Live 3 Earbuds series. The well-rounded JBL Live 3 Earbuds series, includes the Buds, Beam and Flex models, covering the most popular form-factors, all using Bluetooth 5.3, with a promised LE Audio update.

Short after being unveiled at IFA 2023 and launched in the market, at CES 2024 Jabra unveiled a suite of experience-enhancing updates to its latest Elite wireless earbuds, the Elite 8 Active and Elite 10. The updates introduce new noise suppression algorithms for more powerful ANC, clearer calls and better awareness of the user's surroundings with HearThrough to provide a more natural audio experience. Bluetooth LE Audio maybe in a future update.