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xMEMS Introduces Amplifier-Less MEMS Tweeter for 2-Way Wireless Earbuds
March 27, 2025 by Joao Martins

xMEMS Introduces Amplifier-Less MEMS Tweeter for 2-Way Wireless Earbuds

xMEMS unveiled Lassen, the company’s latest member of its growing µFidelity range of MEMS drivers, and the first “amplifier-less” MEMS tweeter optimized for 2-way True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds. According to xMEMS, Lassen brings a number of advantages with no need for a piezo amplifier, reducing cost, size, and power consumption while maintaining exceptional sound performance with up to 115dB SPL in the 6kHz–20kHz range. For manufacturers, Lassen lowers integration costs by 25% making room for other advanced features, and allowing consistent sound quality in mass production.
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Tariffs and Risks to Global Supply Chains Webinar, March 27
March 18, 2025 by Joao Martins

Tariffs and Risks to Global Supply Chains Webinar, March 27

The Audio and Loudspeaker Technologies International (ALTI) Association is promoting the free webinar "Using Tariffs As A Geopolitical Weapon – The Uncertainty and Risk to Global Supply Chains," presented by Rosemary Coates, Executive Director of the Reshoring Institute. Another online session of interest for the overall audio industry. Thursday, March 27, 2025 at Noon Pacific Time.
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Supply Chain, Import/Export, and Tariffs Webinar, February 25
February 18, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Supply Chain, Import/Export, and Tariffs Webinar, February 25

The Audio Product Development Alliance (APDA) is hosting a timely live webinar to discuss the current uncertainty in global manufacturing and trade. During this new APDA presentation, Dan Digre, President and CEO, MISCO, will discuss the current market volatility and the challenges resulting from US protectionism. How does one of the last remaining US loudspeaker manufacturers and a pioneer in manufacturing speakers and audio systems for OEM customers across the globe deal with tariffs?
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Ear Trumpet Labs to Exhibit at NAMM for the First Time
January 20, 2025 by Joao Martins

Ear Trumpet Labs to Exhibit at NAMM for the First Time

Ear Trumpet Labs, a boutique microphone company from Portland, Oregon, is one of the most original stories of a successful manufacturing business in the audio industry. Offering vintage-inspired microphones handcrafted by a small team of six artisans, Ear Trumpet Labs succeeded in gaining recognition for the unique sound qualities and originality of its products. The company will exhibit for the first time at the NAMM Show 2025, where it will introduce a new condenser microphone.
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Sennheiser Announces Spectera WMAS Pioneer Program
December 11, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Announces Spectera WMAS Pioneer Program

Sennheiser unveiled Spectera, the first bidirectional wideband microphone and IEM solution using Wireless Multichannel Audio Systems (WMAS) technology, at IBC 2024. After that, it showcased the solution at numerous international trade shows. Now, Sennheiser is taking the first step for market introduction with the Spectera Pioneer Program, which gives selected customers from live audio and broadcasting the opportunity to experience the new technology in their daily work.
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Azoteq Appoints Iton as Independent Design House
December 4, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Azoteq Appoints Iton as Independent Design House

Azoteq, the semiconductor company that pioneered sensor fusion and multi-sensor technologies on single ICs for consumer electronics, announced the signing of Iton as an independent design house (IDH). This partnership reinforces Azoteq's commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions while speeding up product development processes and turnkey design, leveraging Iton's expertise in embedded systems, and manufacturing.
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Audix Celebrates 40 Years in Microphone Business
November 20, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Audix Celebrates 40 Years in Microphone Business

Audix, the Oregon-based microphone manufacturer that is now part of Videndum Media Solutions together with Rycote and other companies, is celebrating the company's 40th anniversary in business. Since its humble beginnings in 1984, Audix has grown to offer a wide range of microphones for audio recording, live performance, and installed sound applications. To celebrate its 40 years, Audix launched 100 limited-edition, bead blasted D6X drum microphones.
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Morel Establishes Manufacturing Facility in India In Strategic Partnership with Supreme Group
November 11, 2024 by Joao Martins

Morel Establishes Manufacturing Facility in India In Strategic Partnership with Supreme Group

Morel IL Ltd, the renowned manufacturer of high-quality audio drivers and systems from Israel, announced the establishment of a new manufacturing facility in India through a strategic joint venture with Supreme Group, one of India’s prominent technology solutions providers. Aiming to expand its global manufacturing footprint and strengthen its OEM capabilities in both hifi and automotive, Morel established a partnership with Supreme Group through a joint-venture as MS Acoustic Private Limited.
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HEAD acoustics Improves Efficiency of End-of-Line Tests
November 6, 2024 by Joao Martins

HEAD acoustics Improves Efficiency of End-of-Line Tests

HEAD acoustics is setting new standards in end-of-line (EoL) testing with a new modular test system that combines the company's AQuire V4 hardware front-end with its AI-supported conTEST software for efficient analysis. According to the German company, this state-of-the-art solution allows manufacturers to implement real-time pass/fail decisions with increased process reliability, and improved vibroacoustic product quality.
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Developers and Manufacturers Return to Munich for electronica 2024
September 2, 2024 by Joao Martins

Developers and Manufacturers Return to Munich for electronica 2024

Every two years, the world of electronics meets at electronica in Munich, Germany. As the world's leading trade fair in the sector - with a massive exhibition area and attendance numbers - it presents the industry's entire range of technologies, products and solutions for electronics development and manufacturing. For electronica 2024, November 12-15, 2024, the entire diversity of the electronics industry will be in 18 exhibition halls, with a strong increase in international exhibitors.
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