All items tagged with Headset (12)

Practical Test & Measurement: ANC Headset Testing

July 20, 2022 by Hans W. Gierlich

Practical Test & Measurement: ANC Headset Testing

Exploring some pressing topics in headphone technology, in this article Hans W. Gierlich addresses the requirements for effective performance testing of communication headsets that use active noise cancellation (ANC) technologies, test setups, testing equipment, and setup conditions needed to correctly assess ANC performance. From the right choice of artificial ears and the latest ITU-T recommendations in that domain, to ANC performance measurements and talk-though performance. This article was originally published in audioXpress, June 2022.

beyerdynamic Announces Second Generation MMX 300 Gaming Headset

December 22, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

beyerdynamic Announces Second Generation MMX 300 Gaming Headset

The MMX 300 premium gaming headset from beyerdynamic is already a popular choice among gamers. Whether listening or speaking, the headset is seen as a reference when it comes to clear sound and maximum speech intelligibility. For 2017, engineers at beyerdynamic are ready to unveil the MMX 300 Second Generation at CES 2017, in Las Vegas, promising the ultimate headset for high-level gaming.

Sennheiser Introduces PC 373D Gaming Headset with Immersive Sound

August 1, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Introduces PC 373D Gaming Headset with Immersive Sound

Sennheiser’s new high-end open acoustic gaming headset PC 373D is able to generate a binaural emulation of immersive 7.1 Dolby Surround Sound and provide crystal clear gaming communications thanks to its high quality, noise-cancelling microphone. The new high-end open acoustic gaming headset is paired with a sleek and intuitive new Surround Dongle, designed to optimize the sound experience at a single click of its Dolby button.

Cirrus Logic Announces Reference Platform for Lightning-Based Audio Development

July 1, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Cirrus Logic Announces Reference Platform for Lightning-Based Audio Development

With the market preparing for a major transition to digital audio connections using USB-C and Apple Lightning interfaces, audio companies are faced with a dilemma. Either they wait until the USB Implementers Forum finishes and publishes its final USB class audio specification for USB 3.1, or they start developing for Lightning-based systems, knowing that they will have an head-start and products on the market (at least for Apple’s platforms). Knowing this, Cirrus Logic just announced a new MFi Headset Development Kit that simplifies design of Lightning-based audio accessories.

Conexant Brings Active Noise Cancellation and Ambient Inclusion to USB-C Headsets

June 29, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Conexant Brings Active Noise Cancellation and Ambient Inclusion to USB-C Headsets

At Mobile World Congress Shanghai (29 Jun. - July 1, 2016), Conexant Systems introduced their new CX20888, an Audio Stereo CODEC that is the first single-chip solution to allow USB-C-compliant active noise cancellation (ANC) and ambient noise inclusion in headsets. This new USB-C solution features an integrated ARM Cortex M0+ MCU and Class-H headphone amplifier, enabling new class of features for smartphone, PC and gaming headsets. Its active noise cancellation eliminates up to 30dB of external sound, for a clearer, more enjoyable listening experience.

Shure Unveils IH6500 Interpreter Dual-Sided Headset at InfoComm 2016

June 15, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Shure Unveils IH6500 Interpreter Dual-Sided Headset at InfoComm 2016

The new Shure IH6500 Interpreter Headset was designed for professional interpreters who prefer an integrated headset, providing better speech intelligibility, comfortable fit, and multiple connectivity options for use in multi-language meetings and conferences. The dual-sided headset has removable ear pads, allowing for convenient cleaning, and also features a flexible gooseneck microphone boom that pivots 270 degrees. The IH6500 is compatible with Shure DCS 6000-series Interpreter Sets, including the IS 6132 P.

New Family of USB-C Audio Codecs from Conexant Redefines Possibilities for Audio Accessories

May 11, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

New Family of USB-C Audio Codecs from Conexant Redefines Possibilities for Audio Accessories

Conexant introduced new single-chip solutions optimized for USB type-C implementation, as part of their AudioSmart product line of silicon and software products for audio development. The company announced the CX20985 and CX20899, two new USB DSP audio codecs that support USB Type-C (USB-C) connectors in smartphone headsets and docking station applications. Both the CX20985 and CX20899 are highly integrated solutions, fully compliant with the USB-C standard.

Point Source Audio Announces Issuance of Patent for Audio Headset

May 3, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Point Source Audio Announces Issuance of Patent for Audio Headset

California company Point Source Audio (PSA), an audio equipment manufacturer specializing in the development of miniature microphones and headsets announced that the US Patent Office has approved its patent submission that covers its modular headset design method of integrating in-earphones into a structure. This innovative design creates a lightweight and modular audio headset that has been said to enhance hearing, and transform communications work flow for some users.

New Tiny ams AS3412 Speaker Driver Opens Up Mass Market For Active Noise Cancellation

March 17, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

New Tiny ams AS3412 Speaker Driver Opens Up Mass Market For Active Noise Cancellation

Austrian high performance sensors and analog ICs specialist, ams AG launched the AS3412, a compact, cost-effective speaker driver which promises to bring the benefits of Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) for the first time to mass-market headsets. The new AS3412 noise cancellation platform is ideal for use in the low-cost headphones and bundled head-sets supplied with smartphones.

New Sennheiser SpeechLine Digital Wireless, Dedicated to Speech

February 16, 2015 by audioXpress Staff

New Sennheiser SpeechLine Digital Wireless, Dedicated to Speech

At the Integrated Systems Europe 2015 Show, in Amsterdam, Sennheiser unveiled its new SpeechLine Digital Wireless systems, designed exclusively for speech applications. The Speechline systems are designed for easy installation and operation, high level of reliability, and optimum speech intelligibility at all times.

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