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iFi Audio Introduces GO Link USB-C Headphone Hi-Res Audio Adapter
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iFi Audio Introduces GO Link USB-C Headphone Hi-Res Audio Adapter

The latest iFi Audio GO Link is a compact and simple DAC and headphone amplifier, packing in sophisticated technology that outstrips other USB-C to 3.5mm headphone jack adapters, yet at a super-affordable price. Expanding the brand's GO series of ultraportable DAC/headphone amps, the new GO Link headphone dongle delivers high resolution audio when connected to smartphones, tablets, PCs and Macs via a USB port.
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Rational Acoustics Smaart Adds Integrated Control for Audient EVO Audio Interfaces
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Rational Acoustics Smaart Adds Integrated Control for Audient EVO Audio Interfaces

Rational Acoustics and Audient announced the integration between the recently updated Smaart v9 audio and acoustical measurement software and the Audient EVO line of USB-C audio interfaces. The Smaart 9.1 update integrates the controls for phantom power and gain for Audient’s EVO devices - EVO 4, 8, and 16 - directly from within the Smaart interface. Additionally, gain tracking may be enabled to allow for automatic decibel offset recalculation for calibrated inputs.
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Powersoft ArmoníaPlus 2.5 Update Adds Further AES67 Support
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Powersoft ArmoníaPlus 2.5 Update Adds Further AES67 Support

Following the updates announced in September 2022 introducing AES67-compatible versions of its Powersoft's Duecanali and Quattrocanali amplifier platforms oriented towards fixed installations, the company now expanded its software support. Version 2.5 of ArmoníaPlus adds support for new AES67-compatible Mezzo amplifier models and dynamic music distribution sources, as well as a new priority input feature.
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Rotel Launches All-in-One Integrated Amplifier, DAC and Network Streamer
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Rotel Launches All-in-One Integrated Amplifier, DAC and Network Streamer

Sooner or later, even the most traditional hifi component manufacturers realize some users simply want a decent quality music source to connect to good quality speakers, and no fuss. Even Japanese brand Rotel acknowledges the need to offer an updated design that could serve this market, with room to grow. The result is the S14 Integrated Network Streamer, which is a nice integrated amplifier with a color display, offering discerning listeners a high-performance way to access and enjoy online music with ease.
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Solid State Logic Introduces SSL 12 USB-C Desktop Audio Interface
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Solid State Logic Introduces SSL 12 USB-C Desktop Audio Interface

Solid State Logic announced the new SSL 12 USB-C desktop audio interface. The new SSL 12, priced at $499, is a 12-in 8-out bus-powered audio interface that combines professional features in a portable desktop format. Building on the success of ​the existing SSL 2 and SSL 2+ interface models, the new SSL 12 expands in almost every way; more microphone preamplifiers, enhanced headphone performance, advanced routing and monitor controls, ADAT input, as well as next-gen converters delivering superior audio performance.
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Røde Releases Next-Generation Videomicro On-Camera Shotgun Microphone
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Røde Releases Next-Generation Videomicro On-Camera Shotgun Microphone

Røde has released a next-generation update to its best-selling VideoMicro on-camera shotgun microphone, the product category that projected the Australian company as a global brand. As the first professional microphone in such a compact form factor, the VideoMicro is iconic and has become a classic amongst content creators and professional filmmakers. The VideoMicro II takes everything that made the original such a success and introduces several new features for enhanced performance, redefining the gold standard for ultra-compact on-camera audio.
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New ZVOX Portable Speaker Features Patented AccuVoice Technology
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New ZVOX Portable Speaker Features Patented AccuVoice Technology

ZVOX, the Massachusetts-based manufacturer specializing in voice clarifying technology, has added the compact portable AV70 Bluetooth AccuVoice Speaker to its line of dialogue enhancement products. Powered by a rechargeable lithium battery, the AV70 is a desktop speakerphone that enhances voices during videoconference sessions, any type of calls, or even for watching streaming entertainment on a laptop or mobile device. Ideal for use anywhere for business or personal use.
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Sound Devices Designs New Compact Digital Wireless Receivers with Real Time Spectrum Analysis
by Joao Martins

Sound Devices Designs New Compact Digital Wireless Receivers with Real Time Spectrum Analysis

Sound Devices has announced a new expanded range of compact true diversity digital wireless audio/microphone receivers for professional production applications, introducing a sophisticated design with full color displays and the most current technology. The new A20-Nexus compact 8, 12 or 16 channel, true diversity digital wireless receivers with SpectraBand offers an unprecedented tuning range and superior RF filtering for worldwide usage, expanding Sound Devices' Astral Series of wireless transmitters and receivers.
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L-Acoustics Announces L-ISA Studio Now Available for Windows PC
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L-Acoustics Announces L-ISA Studio Now Available for Windows PC

In April of 2021, L-Acoustics expanded the spatial sound possibilities for music creators with the launch of L-ISA Studio, an object-based audio mixing tool for sound designers, producers, and mixing engineers. Originally available only for Mac, the spatial audio creation software suite that also supports object-based binaural rendering for headphones, is now also available for Windows OS with the launch of L-ISA Studio 2.5, now compatible with any PC in addition to macOS computers.
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Technics Confirms Availability of New Generation Multi-Digital Audio Player SL-G700M2
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Technics Confirms Availability of New Generation Multi-Digital Audio Player SL-G700M2

Following an earlier announcement in 2022, Technics confirmed that its new generation multi-digital audio player that supports a wide range of music sources will become available in January 2023. The Technics SL-G700M2 is the successor to the SL-G700 network/Super Audio CD player, now updated with all the latest new digital features, improved PCM and DSD playback, and featuring the latest DA converters from ESS Technology. The new audio player gains full MQA decoding ability, AirPlay 2, adds a USB input, adding to the versatility of the design.
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