All items tagged with loudspeakers (186)
Dynaudio Completely Redesigned Confidence High-End Speaker Range Introduced at CEDIA 2018
September 7, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Dynaudio Completely Redesigned Confidence High-End Speaker Range Introduced at CEDIA 2018

Following an earlier presentation to the market at the High End Show in Munich, Danish loudspeaker specialist Dynaudio is offering the North American market its first look at an update to the company's legendary Confidence hi-fi speaker range at CEDIA 2018, in San Diego. With this update, Dynaudio brings its most celebrated technologies — including soft-dome tweeters, Magnesium Silicate Polymer (MSP) cones, and Dynaudio Directivity Control (DDC) — to new heights with new materials, manufacturing techniques and designs.
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KEF Announces New Completely Revamped R Series Loudspeakers
September 6, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

KEF Announces New Completely Revamped R Series Loudspeakers

Renowned audio pioneer, KEF announced the launch of their brand-new R Series loudspeakers, a complete, top-to-bottom transformation of their existing R Series speakers. The current R Series is one of the world's most acclaimed loudspeaker ranges and the new series involves no fewer than 1,043 design changes, technological innovations and design improvements. This comprises completely redesigned drivers, including the latest generation of the iconic Uni-Q Driver.
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The Danish Loudspeaker 100-Year Anniversary Book
September 1, 2018 by Joao Martins

The Danish Loudspeaker 100-Year Anniversary Book

Over the years, audioXpress and Voice Coil magazines have published several company profiles on speaker manufacturers. In 2015, a book was published to celebrate 100 years of the loudspeaker and, in particular, the remarkable contributions of the Danish loudspeaker industry (audio and electronics industry in general is the fourth largest exporting industry in Denmark). This is a valuable book that anyone interested about the loudspeaker industry needs to read.
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Bang & Olufsen Announces Beosound Edge to Reimagine the Home Speaker
August 30, 2018 by Joao Martins

Bang & Olufsen Announces Beosound Edge to Reimagine the Home Speaker

Among the most original of the audio products introduced at IFA 2018 in Berlin, Bang & Olufsen gets the award of the most minimalist design of what is actually a new powerful wireless speaker for the home from the luxury Danish brand. Physically, the circular shape of Beosound Edge allows for two placement options. Literally as a rolling piece on the floor, or placed on the wall as a true gravity-defying statement that divides spaces in the home.
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New Loudspeaker Market Report from Futuresource Shows Segment Rising in Value
August 27, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

New Loudspeaker Market Report from Futuresource Shows Segment Rising in Value

The Consumer Electronics (CE) team at Futuresource Consulting has shared some top line trends from their latest Loudspeaker Market Report showing that value is beating volumes as the traditional loudspeaker product segment makes the $3 Billion USD barrier. The report forecasts an average retail price increase through to 2022 in virtual every major category, allowing for value to significantly outperforming volume, as the overall market is shrinking, when ignoring the massive growth generated by wireless, connected and smart speakers.
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Powersoft and Crestron Announce Partnership on Vector Performance Loudspeaker Series for Fixed Installation Market
August 6, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Powersoft and Crestron Announce Partnership on Vector Performance Loudspeaker Series for Fixed Installation Market

Leading manufacturer of professional power amplifiers Powersoft announced that its Duecanali and Quattrocanali Class-D amplifier platforms are now available as an option to power Crestron’s new Vector Performance loudspeaker series. Crestron’s Vector Performance loudspeakers, which launched at InfoComm 2017, deliver superior sound quality for large performance spaces such as auditoriums, lecture halls and divisible rooms.
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Faital Presents FEM Thermal Model of a Compression Driver at AES Convention in Milan
May 17, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Faital Presents FEM Thermal Model of a Compression Driver at AES Convention in Milan

Milan will host the 144th International AES Convention from May 23-26, and Italian manufacturer of automotive and professional loudspeakers, Faital, will present a new technical report entitled: “FEM thermal model of a compression driver: comparison with experimental results.” The presentation details Faital's successful experiments in developing a predictive model using Finite Element Analysis to improve the design of magnet assemblies in a loudspeaker.
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Bowers & Wilkins to Launch New R&D Center in U.K. with Expanded Capabilities and Staff
May 14, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Bowers & Wilkins to Launch New R&D Center in U.K. with Expanded Capabilities and Staff

Bowers & Wilkins, the storied British audio brand, is announcing the relocation of its research and development center to a new and larger facility with cutting-edge equipment and tools. As the company details, the move represents a significant investment to expand the team and accelerate the company's ability to develop new capabilities that will drive innovation across its suite of luxury home speakers, headphones and performance car audio.
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Tymphany Expands R&D Capabilities with New UK Design Center
March 22, 2018 by Joao Martins

Tymphany Expands R&D Capabilities with New UK Design Center

In direct response to increasing demand and market expansion, Tymphany has announced the opening of its new R&D facility, located in Bridgend, Wales. The UK Design Center will be led by Tymphany veteran George Bullimore and will have two primary focuses: high-performance transducer R&D and early-engagement system design and prototyping for professional and premium audio customers worldwide.
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DEVA Platform to Be Showcased by Powersoft at California Park and Recreation Society Conference & Expo
March 12, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

DEVA Platform to Be Showcased by Powersoft at California Park and Recreation Society Conference & Expo

Powersoft's cutting-edge DEVA multimedia platform will be on show at the California Park and Recreation Society Conference & Expo (CPRS) at the Long Beach Convention Center on March 14th and 15th. Designed by Italian company Powersoft, DEVA is a powerful and networkable information and safety tool for use in indoor and outdoor spaces of all sizes. The sold-out conference is celebrating its 70th year of advancing California’s park and recreation profession.
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