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Shure Relaunches SM7B Microphone with Integrated Cloudlifter Preamp
September 27, 2023 by Joao Martins

Shure Relaunches SM7B Microphone with Integrated Cloudlifter Preamp

Anyone looking to buy the famous Shure SM7B dynamic microphone, a favorite among musicians, podcasters and streamers, was immediately offered a bundle with the Cloudlifter preamp from Cloud. Recognizing the power of this combination, Shure decided to signal the 50th anniversary of the SM7 with the launch of a new version. The new SM7dB adds the convenience of a built-in preamp using technology licensed from Cloud, specifically tuned by Shure.
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Softube Announces Console 1 Channel Mk III Mixing Controller
September 26, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Softube Announces Console 1 Channel Mk III Mixing Controller

Swedish studio solutions innovators Softube introduced a new generation of its mixing control surface, the new Console 1 Channel Mk III. Taking even further the concept of a natural hardware expansion of the software the powers today's music production studios, Softube designed a surface that allows faster mixing with a knob-per-function workflow design. Touch-sensitive Analog Feel potentiometers deliver the same tactile feeling of the actual expensive hardware, matching the authentic sounds from the company known for precision modeling classic studio equipment.
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Presonus Refreshes Eris Family of Studio Monitors Including New Coaxial Pro Model for Dolby Atmos
September 14, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Presonus Refreshes Eris Family of Studio Monitors Including New Coaxial Pro Model for Dolby Atmos

PreSonus Audio Electronics, announced its refreshed line of Eris Studio Monitors that will now be available in three distinct tiers — Essential, Studio and Pro. This tier system is intended to ensure that any creator, from casual bedroom songwriters to home studios or project studios will be able to explore the best features of each product to further their craft. As the studio arm of Fender, PreSonus is reimagining its product portfolio with an increasing focus on musicians and music production.
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HEDD Audio Announces HEDDphone TWO, Lighter and Refined AMT Headphones
September 7, 2023 by Joao Martins

HEDD Audio Announces HEDDphone TWO, Lighter and Refined AMT Headphones

HEDD Audio, the Berlin-based manufacturer of studio monitors and headphones, announced the launch of the successor to the original HEDDphone ONE Air Motion Transformer (AMT) headphones, introduced in 2019. The new HEDDphone TWO are powered by advances in AMT technology and informed by profound user feedback. The company calls it "a turbo-charged evolution." The open-back over-ear driver, headband and strap system were completely redesigned, resulting in a 25% weight reduction of the headphones to 550g in total.
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Universal Audio New Apollo Twin X USB Audio Interface Expands Realtime UAD Processing on Windows Computers
September 6, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Universal Audio New Apollo Twin X USB Audio Interface Expands Realtime UAD Processing on Windows Computers

Universal Audio released its new Apollo Twin X USB desktop audio interface. Normally the company works with hardware and software designed to work with Macs and macOS. This one looks similar to existing Apollo units, and features the same A/D and D/A conversion inherited directly from the Apollo X rackmount with 24-bit/192kHz audio I/O. In this case, adding USB 3 connectivity (USB-C connector) for Windows, instead of Thunderbolt.
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Focusrite Introduces 4th-Generation Scarlett Solo, 2i2, and 4i4 USB-C Audio Interfaces
August 31, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Focusrite Introduces 4th-Generation Scarlett Solo, 2i2, and 4i4 USB-C Audio Interfaces

Building on the remarkable success of the Scarlett range resulting from a combination of affordability, global distribution, great marketing, and persistence in updating the same exact products and design, Focusrite now launched its Scarlett 4th Generation range of audio interfaces. The new Scarlett family features the Solo, 2i2, 4i4, Solo Studio, and 2i2 Studio, all with USB-C already, offering greater audio specifications, enhanced creative capabilities, and the same recognized ease of use.
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Genelec Introduces MyGenelec Portal Community Resource
August 23, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Genelec Introduces MyGenelec Portal Community Resource

Genelec has once again signaled its commitment to elevating the user experience by announcing the creation of the MyGenelec customer portal. At the time of launch, this powerful free online resource provides new customers and users with a single unified access point for all Genelec products, services, software downloads and more, and will progressively develop into a comprehensive community and knowledge base for all Genelec users worldwide.
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Shure Introduces Plug-On USB-C Audio Interface with Onboard DSP
August 16, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Shure Introduces Plug-On USB-C Audio Interface with Onboard DSP

Shure launched the MVX2U Digital Audio Interface, a clever, easy-to-use, single-channel, XLR to USB-C solution designed to extract the best possible results from any microphone. Basically the MVX2U converts any XLR microphone to USB, which in turns allows complete access to the ShurePlus MOTIV Desktop App, where users can adjust boost gain, activate 48V phantom power for condenser microphones, and configure custom EQ, filters and dynamic processing.
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Monoprice Releases Stage Right Studio 2‑Channel 1073‑Style Microphone Preamp
August 14, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Monoprice Releases Stage Right Studio 2‑Channel 1073‑Style Microphone Preamp

Since Rupert Neve designed the original 1073 preamplifier, this solid-state circuit was copied, replicated, reversed-engineered, sampled, emulated, and sound-shaped. And yet, these days any home studio is able to buy a 1073-style microphone preamp that is simply a good analog, transformer-isolated version of the original. Monoprice is now the latest company to join the club with its faithful looking and impressive Stage Right Studio 2-Channel 1073-Style Microphone Preamp.
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Avid Technology Becomes a Privately Held Company Following Acquisition by Investment Firm
August 10, 2023 by Joao Martins

Avid Technology Becomes a Privately Held Company Following Acquisition by Investment Firm

Following rumors that Avid was exploring sale options, the news that the company entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of the Symphony Technology Group (STG), a private equity firm based in Menlo Park, CA, was not exactly a surprise. Avid will become a privately held company upon completion of the $1.4 Billion transaction and will exit the NASDAQ. In general, this is great news for stockholders, bound to receive $27.05 per share in cash.
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