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Industry’s First 1/2” Prepolarized Low Noise Microphone System
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Industry’s First 1/2” Prepolarized Low Noise Microphone System

PCB Piezotronics introduced a new 1/2” low noise microphone and preamplifier system, model 378A04, which enables test engineers to measure extremely low sound pressure levels in a cost effective, prepolarized (0V) package. Applications include measurements for fan tests, appliance noise, electric car sound quality, environmental noise, cabin noise & anechoic chamber qualification.
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Shure’s New KSM8 Dualdyne Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone on the Spotlight
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Shure’s New KSM8 Dualdyne Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone on the Spotlight

Shure was upbeat during NAMM 2016 with the introduction of its new KSM8 Dualdyne Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone, targeting the growing live performance market. The KSM8 is a dual-diaphragm dynamic handheld microphone and a development that Shure says is “the most significant dynamic microphone technology advancement the industry has seen in more than 50 years”.
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iZotope Celebrates 15th Birthday with 64-bit Version of Free Vinyl Plug-in
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iZotope Celebrates 15th Birthday with 64-bit Version of Free Vinyl Plug-in

iZotope is announcing the re-release of Vinyl, their free vinyl simulation plug-in. By emulating the characteristics of vintage records and record players, Vinyl is the ultimate lo-fi weapon for anyone looking to add the dirty, dusty feel of a different era to their sound. And to celebrate their 15th anniversary the Cambridge, Massachusetts, company is making it available again for free!
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Audeze SINE Planar Magnetic Headphones Establish new Lightweight Standard
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Audeze SINE Planar Magnetic Headphones Establish new Lightweight Standard

Audeze’s new SINE planar magnetic headphones was one of the most interesting on-ear models introduced at the 2016 CES Show in Las Vegas. They are surprisingly comfortable and truly combine the quality we have learned to expect from Audeze in the lightest headphone to date from the company. Also available with fully integrated Apple Lightning cable.
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M-Audio Raises Home Studio Audio Interface Standards With Latest M-Track USB-C Series
by Joao Martins

M-Audio Raises Home Studio Audio Interface Standards With Latest M-Track USB-C Series

During NAMM 2016, M-Audio (now part of inMusic Brands), introduced a family of five audio interfaces, aiming to bring computer-based recording to a whole new level, by combining the highest quality with simple and intuitive operation. These affordable desktop devices all support 24-bit / 192kHz recording and already use new USB-C High Speed Audio interfaces. The top model, M-Track 1212, even supports 32-bit resolution audio.
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New ESS ES9028 SABRE Mobile DAC & ES9603 Headphone Amplifier
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New ESS ES9028 SABRE Mobile DAC & ES9603 Headphone Amplifier

Among several new products recently introduced by ESS Technology is the next generation SABRE Digital to Analog Converter (DAC), the ES9028, featuring a new Dual-DAC architecture, and the new ES9603 Headphone Amplifier. Both are designed specifically for HiFi audio enabled smartphones and were used in Vivo’s recently announced X6 Plus Android smartphone.
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QSC Introduces the E Series Range of Passive Loudspeakers
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QSC Introduces the E Series Range of Passive Loudspeakers

Who would have thought? QSC, one of the most recognized amplifier companies - which made a successful transition to active loudspeakers nine years ago - now introduces the E Series of passive loudspeakers at NAMM 2016. According to the Costa Mesa, CA, company, the new series takes advantage of advanced DSP when used as part of a complete QSC system.
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New 18” JBL SUB18 High Output Studio Subwoofer For Groundbreaking Bass
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New 18” JBL SUB18 High Output Studio Subwoofer For Groundbreaking Bass

So, you are one of the lucky few with a pair of JBL M2 Master Reference Monitors? And maybe you are thinking, “How can I make these even more badass?” Harman engineers already have the solution. Introduced at NAMM 2016, the new JBL SUB18 Studio Subwoofer is JBL’s most powerful studio subwoofer ever and ideal for professionals in the music production and film post communities.
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Celestion Introduces New CDX20-3020 and CDX1-1070 Ferrite Compression Drivers
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Celestion Introduces New CDX20-3020 and CDX1-1070 Ferrite Compression Drivers

Reinforcing its pro audio solutions portfolio, Celestion introduced two new ferrite magnet compression drivers at NAMM 2016. The CDX20-3020 is a new 2-inch exit compression driver with a high-performance titanium diaphragm, while the new CDX1-1070 is a 1-inch exit ferrite magnet compression driver purpose-built for compact two-way systems.
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New 4 Microphone Voice Input Processor from Conexant Provides 360-Degree Voice Location for Smart Applications
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New 4 Microphone Voice Input Processor from Conexant Provides 360-Degree Voice Location for Smart Applications

Conexant’s new CX20924 is a 4 microphone far-field voice input DSP featuring the company’s new Smart Source Locator technology. The new DSP introduces superior 360-degree voice location capabilities and excellent speech recognition hit rates to smart voice applications. As part of Conexant’s Contextual Awareness product portfolio, it offers a highly accurate, robust way to control smart speakers, robots, security monitoring cameras and more.
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