All items tagged with automotive audio (138)
Harman Automotive Transforms In-Cabin Experience at CES 2024
January 11, 2024 by Joao Martins

Harman Automotive Transforms In-Cabin Experience at CES 2024

Showcasing with Samsung and other industry partners at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Harman’s new automotive products redefine possibilities inside the car. At CES 2024, the multinational unveiled its latest lineup of automotive products that will equip OEMs with the ability to deliver new in-cabin features and content. In the audio front, Harman introduced SeatSonic, a new approach to traditional in-cabin audio, moving speakers into the seats. New entertainment experiences that will be in-market in 2024.
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Meridian Audio Debuts Next-Generation DSP Audio Technologies at CES 2024
January 8, 2024 by Joao Martins

Meridian Audio Debuts Next-Generation DSP Audio Technologies at CES 2024

During CES 2024, British audio pioneer Meridian Audio will demonstrate the ability of next-generation digital signal processing technologies to substantially upgrade the immersive listening experiences achieved by existing premium hardware. Meridian will present solutions to address the acoustic challenges in Electric Vehicles, second-generation vibrohaptics, next-generation DSP modules, at par with new consumer concepts for soundbars and home audio solutions.
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BdSound Joins Forces with DSP Concepts to Streamline Automotive Deployment with Audio Weaver
December 28, 2023 by Joao Martins

BdSound Joins Forces with DSP Concepts to Streamline Automotive Deployment with Audio Weaver

BdSound, a leading provider of audio and voice processing technology for noise reduction, speech enhancement, and automotive applications, has unveiled a strategic partnership with DSP Concepts, combining their expertise to address the growing complexities in automotive audio development. The collaboration delivers BdSound's speech processing technology, offering OEMs and integrators a streamlined deployment using DSP Concepts' Audio Weaver audio development platform.
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Asahi Kasei Microdevices Develops New Automotive Audio DSPs Supported by Audio Weaver
December 22, 2023 by Joao Martins

Asahi Kasei Microdevices Develops New Automotive Audio DSPs Supported by Audio Weaver

Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) has unveiled the new AK7018 and AK7017, pin-compatible audio DSPs featuring dual and single HiFi 4 CPUs, respectively. The two new products in the company's automotive audio DSP line are both compatible with DSP Concepts' Audio Weaver, joining the existing AKM AK7709VQ Multi Core DSP with SRC. AKM will present these new products at CES 2024 where it plans to showcase its latest advancements in mobility solutions, including a demo car with an immersive audio experience.
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2024 Kia EV9 Receives Sound System Designed by Meridian for the Unique Characteristics of Electric Vehicles
November 23, 2023 by Joao Martins

2024 Kia EV9 Receives Sound System Designed by Meridian for the Unique Characteristics of Electric Vehicles

The new top-of-the-range Kia EV9 luxury SUV will be one of the first vehicles to be specified with a sound system designed and tuned specifically for the unique audio characteristics of a pure electric vehicle. The 2024 Kia EV9 moves the brand further into the luxury segment, benefiting from Meridian's DSP expertise to manage the unique cabin noise profiles and deliver a superior surround sound experience.
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Klipsch Reference Premiere Audio System Featured in New 2025 RAM Tungsten Model
November 8, 2023 by Joao Martins

Klipsch Reference Premiere Audio System Featured in New 2025 RAM Tungsten Model

Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America and Ram announced the integration of the segment-exclusive Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system on the all-new 2025 RAM 1500 Tungsten model. The new vehicle now includes Klipsch's highest performing and most powerful audio system ever in a Ram Truck. The Klipsch system, which will also be available in the upcoming Ram 1500 Tungsten REV model, enhances the driving experience for the driver and all seats in the luxurious cabin.
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audioXpress November 2023 Takes You to the Edge of Audio Development
October 11, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

audioXpress November 2023 Takes You to the Edge of Audio Development

audioXpress November 2023 offers an exclusive in-depth report on optical MEMS microphone technology from sensiBel, and understand how microphones can impact active noise cancellation performance. Learn how a new ADC Hybrid Gain Control IC enables smooth microphone preamp gain changes, and how to use DSP for hearing enhancement applications. Explore a Motion Feedback (MFB) approach enabling effective active desktop subwoofers, and recap on a century of Home Loudspeaker Development.
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Dirac Showcases A New Paradigm in Immersive Automotive Audio at IAA Mobility Show 2023
August 29, 2023 by Joao Martins

Dirac Showcases A New Paradigm in Immersive Automotive Audio at IAA Mobility Show 2023

Swedish digital audio processing specialist Dirac is showcasing the latest version of the Dirac VIRTUO automotive audio solution, for the first-time to the European market, at the IAA Mobility Show 2023 in Munich, Germany. During this event (September 5-10, 2023), Dirac OPTEO tuning is paired with the all-new Trèves "Sonified" technology to showcase a future of automotive audio where smaller, lighter, and more strategically-positioned speaker systems can produce increasingly high-quality sound.
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R&D Stories: Audioscenic From Vision to Product
August 2, 2023 by Marcos Simón

R&D Stories: Audioscenic From Vision to Product

This article details the journey of British company Audioscenic, an innovative 3D audio beamforming technology company spun off from the University of Southampton. Marcos Simón shares how through a remarkable example of perseverance, Audioscenic realized its forward-thinking approach, from crosstalk cancellation systems to full 3D audio reproduction with speakers. In 2023, Audioscenic achieved its first commercial implementation to implement its unique 3D audio beamforming technology. This article was originally published in audioXpress, June 2023.
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AKM Launches AK7709VQ Multicore DSP for Automotive Applications
July 27, 2023 by Joao Martins

AKM Launches AK7709VQ Multicore DSP for Automotive Applications

Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM) launched a new multicore digital signal processor (DSP) that is an integral part of the Velvet Sound for Cars brand announced in May 2023. A combined suite of high-quality audio ICs, software algorithms, and tuning intended to enable a new generation of in-vehicle sound design and luxury immersive audio experiences. AKM also unveiled an advanced concept, a car sound board integrated with the AK4499EX flagship Velvet Sound Verita DAC for the ultimate audio quality.
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