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About Joao Martins

Since 2013, Joao Martins leads audioXpress as editor-in-chief of the US-based magazine and website, the leading audio electronics, audio product development and design publication, working also as international editor for Voice Coil, the leading periodical for the loudspeaker industry. Covering Audio and Video technology for more than 30 years - Broadcast, Film, Computer Graphics, and Music - as founder and editor of several leading publications in Portuguese and Spanish languages, (he's also fluent in French!), he benefits from a broad and rich perspective of those sectors and its multiple verticals. Marketing and Communication Specialist working at the intersection of media and technology for over three decades, Joao Martins started as a musician and studied visual arts and cinema before founding its own (short-lived) advertising agency. After a career in marketing and sales in film, television, radio and pro audio systems, transitioned full time to magazine publishing.

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Dante Expands ST 2110-30 and AES67 Support for Improved Interoperability

September 3, 2025 by Joao Martins

Dante Expands ST 2110-30 and AES67 Support for Improved Interoperability

Audinate announced expanded support for current SMPTE ST 2110-30 and AES67 standards and added 96kHz sample rate support. The latest updates further strengthen Dante's integration, building on a foundation of interoperability and high-performance audio transport, with new tools to meet the demands of modern production workflows. ST 2110 and AES67 can now be configured directly in Dante Controller, and other enhancements support broader ST 2110 compatibility for broadcast networks.

Peak Amplification Unveils Next-Generation GaN Class-D Amplifier

September 2, 2025 by Joao Martins

Peak Amplification Unveils Next-Generation GaN Class-D Amplifier

Peak Amplification, a division of Elytone, announced the launch of its first GaN–based amplifier module co-developed with Infineon at CEDIA Expo 2025 in Denver (Booth 739). The first in a new generation of products that Peak believes will outperform traditional silicon-based Class-D amplifiers, the new amplifier module leverages the latest CoolGaN and MERUS devices from Infineon and already offers higher performance audio, higher power density, and significantly cooler and more efficient operation.

Magnetar Launches MKII Series of Blu-ray Players

September 2, 2025 by Joao Martins

Magnetar Launches MKII Series of Blu-ray Players

With an increasing number of 1 million dollar private cinemas being demonstrated at CEDIA Expo and other global trade shows, it is obvious that there is still a market for those enthusiasts who demand the best and still hold a valuable collection of 4K Blu-ray Discs. Magnetar is the Hong Kong-based company that built a business out of meeting those needs. At CEDIA Expo 2025, Magnetar is going to launch the new UDP900MKII and UDP800MKII UHD Blu-ray players, which obviously can play any other optical disc format from the past.

September 2, 2025 by Joao Martins

Steinway Lyngdorf Takes Ownership of Nexgentec Audio Brand and Products

Steinway Lyngdorf, the Danish audio pioneer renowned for its amplification and room correction technology, announced that SL Audio A/S has taken ownership of Nexgentec Audio, a Swiss company recognized for its innovative audio-over-IP solutions in the marine and luxury residential sectors. Nexgentec offers a range of Dante-based audio over IP solutions with its own software foundation, making these applications more efficient, ensuring the best digital sound quality, but also the coolest user experience in terms of features and functions.

HAVIT to Showcase FUXI-H8 Gaming Open-Headphones at IFA 2025

September 1, 2025 by Joao Martins

HAVIT to Showcase FUXI-H8 Gaming Open-Headphones at IFA 2025

Open headphones are generally preferred for critical listening and home use because of their more natural, spacious sound and enhanced comfort compared to closed-back headphones. Guangzhou HAVIT Technology will expand the concept at IFA 2025 with the preview of its FUXI-H8 gaming headphones, embracing what the company calls an Open-Headphone Stereo (OHS) design - with a large suspended, circular open-back structure and 32mm custom drivers, multiple transmission modes, and other cutting-edge features.

AVIXA Research Forecasts Pro AV Industry Set to Reach $402 Billion by 2030

August 29, 2025 by Joao Martins

AVIXA Research Forecasts Pro AV Industry Set to Reach $402 Billion by 2030

AVIXA’s latest Industry Outlook and Trends Analysis (IOTA) predicts pro AV revenue will grow from $332 billion in 2025 to $402 billion by 2030. Previously, the IOTA predicted market growth to reach $325 billion in 2024, but growth was slower than previously predicted, reaching $321 billion instead. However, the pro AV industry remains resilient, with a forecasted increase of $70 billion over the next five years.

The Freedman Group Partners With Audinate to Bring Dante Technology to Røde, Mackie, and Lectrosonics

August 28, 2025 by Joao Martins

The Freedman Group Partners With Audinate to Bring Dante Technology to Røde, Mackie, and Lectrosonics

The Freedman Group, parent company of renowned professional audio brands Røde, Mackie, and newly acquired Lectrosonics, has announced a new partnership with fellow Sydney-based technology leader Audinate. The agreement will see Audinate’s powerful Dante platform integrated into a suite of next-generation products across The Freedman Group’s portfolio, unlocking advanced networking capabilities for creators and professionals worldwide.

USound MEMS Speaker Powers New Flagship QCY MeloBuds N70 TWS Earbuds

August 28, 2025 by Joao Martins

USound MEMS Speaker Powers New Flagship QCY MeloBuds N70 TWS Earbuds

USound announced that its micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) speaker technology is a fundamental component contributing to the innovation implemented in the newly launched QCY MeloBuds N70 earbuds. QCY’s newly launched MeloBuds N70 earbuds combine Hi-Res audio and advanced noise cancellation, setting a new benchmark in true wireless sound quality. In a major step for the Austrian MEMS speaker pioneer, the MeloBuds N70 integrate QCY’s DualCore Acoustic System, combining a ring-shaped dynamic driver with the USound MEMS speaker.

Sony AI and Audiokinetic Partner to Create AI-Powered Sound Effect Search Tool for Professional Production

August 28, 2025 by Joao Martins

Sony AI and Audiokinetic Partner to Create AI-Powered Sound Effect Search Tool for Professional Production

Sony AI and Audiokinetic announced a collaboration to launch a new AI-powered audio-to-audio and text-to-audio search capability – the first audio production tool of its kind to be available that is specifically designed for sound effects. The new feature, known as Similar Sound Search, allows sound designers to search using sound itself, eliminating reliance on keywords and manual browsing. Developed jointly by Sony AI and Audiokinetic, Similar Sound Search will be available in an upcoming beta release of Wwise, Audiokinetic’s audio middleware solution for interactive and spatial audio development.

Dirac Live Active Room Treatment is Coming to AudioControl’s New Hyperion Series

August 27, 2025 by Joao Martins

Dirac Live Active Room Treatment is Coming to AudioControl’s New Hyperion Series

Swedish audio processing pioneer Dirac announced that Dirac Live Active Room Treatment – alongside Dirac Live Room Correction and Dirac Live Bass Control – will be available on AudioControl’s latest Hyperion series of home theater processors and receivers. The new luxury home theater series becomes the first from AudioControl to feature these Dirac room correction technologies, unlocking next-generation immersive experiences. Designed for professional calibrators and custom installers, the Hyperion series will be available beginning in Q4 2025.

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