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Tascam Announces New 24-Track Recording Mixing Console and Audio Interface
by Joao Martins

Tascam Announces New 24-Track Recording Mixing Console and Audio Interface

Building upon the attributes found in Tascam's previous Model 12, Model 16, and Model 24 integrated mixer/recorders that were a Portastudio on steroids, Tascam now launched its Model 2400 Studio and Live Recorder and Mixing Console with Audio Interface. This new 22-channel mixer with integrated 24-track digital recorder, also offers a 24 input and 22 output USB audio interface, and great MIDI features. The target market is an all-in-one solution for home production but also for bands to rehearse and record their performances.
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Universal Audio Introduces Apollo x16D Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Dante Networked UAD Processing
by Joao Martins

Universal Audio Introduces Apollo x16D Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Dante Networked UAD Processing

Universal Audio seems to have hit the sweet spot with the announcement of the latest audio interface in their Apollo series. Designed for live sound venues and networked recording studios, the new Apollo x16D Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Dante combines the brand's recognized sound quality and expansion for up to 64 channels of realtime UAD plug‑in processing over networked audio, plus support for immersive audio mixing such as for Dolby Atmos.
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Samsung Unveils New Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
by Joao Martins

Samsung Unveils New Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro

Samsung promoted its Galaxy Unpacked event in Paris to unveil its latest range of folding smartphones, Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, two new smart watches, and a smart ring. Included in the series of announcements was the unveiling of Samsung's latest Galaxy Buds 3 Series true wireless earbuds, which surprised everyone for the radical departure from its original design in the previous generations. The new Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro now look exactly like the earbud shapes of the AirPods.
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Sonarworks SoundID Reference Multichannel Calibration Now Available for RME TotalMix Room EQ
by audioXpress Staff

Sonarworks SoundID Reference Multichannel Calibration Now Available for RME TotalMix Room EQ

Sonarworks and RME Audio have collaborated to provide a turnkey hardware solution for studios looking to measure and calibrate their rooms for both stereo, binaural, and immersive playback. Sonarworks' SoundID Reference delivers calibration for audio systems from stereo up to 9.1.6 channels. By incorporating a compatible export file for RME's ROOM EQ, Sonarworks has added RME's line of audio interfaces to their list of SoundID Reference compatible hardware.
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Amazon Launches All-New Echo Spot Smart Alarm Devices
by Joao Martins

Amazon Launches All-New Echo Spot Smart Alarm Devices

Amazon announced the new Echo Spot as the latest addition to its lineup of Alexa-enabled devices. With no smart speakers announced in 2024 until now, the Amazon Echo series seems to be reduced to bedside table accessories. The new Echo Spot range is intended as an Alexa-enabled smart alarm clock, and its compact colorful display makes it easy to see the time, weather, and song titles from the nightstand. It's new, but Amazon Prime members can get it for more than 40% off.
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EDIFIER Announces STAX Spirit S5 Wireless Planar Magnetic Headphones
by Joao Martins

EDIFIER Announces STAX Spirit S5 Wireless Planar Magnetic Headphones

Edifier just unveiled its STAX Spirit S5 Wireless Planar magnetic headphones, its second product since it acquired the famous brand. The STAX Spirit S5 improves on the quality of the audio experience with its 2nd gen EqualMass wiring technology, 2μm thin film and a new calibration approach of the planar drivers, which Edifier say achieve a performance comparable to legendary electrostatic headphones. Based on the Qualcomm QCC5181 Snapdragon Sound Bluetooth audio SoC, the new Spirit S5 headphones also deliver an expanded range of wireless audio options.
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Audison Boosts In Car DSP with New Auto-Tuning Software
by audioXpress Staff

Audison Boosts In Car DSP with New Auto-Tuning Software

Audison, the renowned Italian car audio brand owned by Elettromedia Group, announced the release of its highly anticipated bit Drive 2.0 update for DSP products, featuring ACCORDO, an auto-tuning software tool. According to Audison, this cutting-edge technology auto-tunes car audio systems with time and phase alignment to a target curve with a simple step-by-step process. The solution only requires one microphone and no additional expensive external hardware.
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Accentize dxRevive Pro Version 1.2 Software Adds Enhanced Speech Restoration Capabilities
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Accentize dxRevive Pro Version 1.2 Software Adds Enhanced Speech Restoration Capabilities

Software startup Accentize released dxRevive Pro Version 1.2.0, a significant update to their flagship speech restoration plugin. This new version, based on feedback from audio professionals, introduces three innovative algorithms designed to further refine and enhance dialogue restoration, all available as a free update for existing users. The update includes two enhanced versions of existing algorithms – Studio 3 and Natural 2 – alongside an entirely new algorithm, EQ Restore.
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RME Expands Multichannel Options with MADIface XT II Triple MADI USB 3.0 Audio Interface
by Joao Martins

RME Expands Multichannel Options with MADIface XT II Triple MADI USB 3.0 Audio Interface

RME Audio is once again pushing the boundaries of its unique architecture for multichannel audio interfaces, this time with the MADIface XT II. This new compact USB 3.0 audio interface supports a mind-boggling 394-channels of digital audio up to 24-bit/192kHz with comprehensive connectivity and control options for live and studio work. As RME explains, compared to its predecessor, the MADIface XT II features updated digital and analog circuitry and surpasses the first generation with significantly improved analog and digital performance.
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Aiming for Better: Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 Wireless ANC Headphones
by Joao Martins

Aiming for Better: Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 Wireless ANC Headphones

Cambridge Audio, the British hi-fidelity company always striving for an emotional connection to music, launched its first over-ear headphones. Appealing to users familiar with the brand and anyone looking for an improved "hifi" experience, the new Melomania P100 on wireless headphones combine premium 40mm 3-layer Mylar drivers, a Qualcomm Bluetooth 5.3 platform with aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, and active noise cancellation.
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