WiSA Certifies Center Channel and On-Wall Speaker Solutions from System Audio
The Wireless Speaker and Audio Association (WiSA) announced it has certified two new speakers from System Audio. The newly WiSA Certified products from the Danish company include the SA Legend 10 Silverback, a wireless active center-channel speaker and the SA Legend 7 Silverback, a wireless, on-wall speaker. These elegantly designed solutions deliver high-quality sound and work seamlessly with all WiSA Certified transmitters and in harmony with all WiSA Certified speakers to create a complete, best-in-class home entertainment experiences.
Speakers: Parts is Parts - Tweeter History, Cones, and Domes.
For several years, Mike Klasco and Steve Tatarunis wrote a series of articles under the header Parts is Parts where they have explored loudspeaker drivers, how they work, and all the different parts and components. In this specific article, the two audio industry experts provide an excellent introduction to high frequency drivers, revisiting some key historical designs. This article was originally published in audioXpress, January 2013.
Genelec Announces GLM 3.2.0 Software Update Providing Expanded Support for The Ones Point Source Monitors
Users of Genelec’s Smart Active Monitoring range can now take advantage of the newly updated 3.2.0 version of the Genelec Loudspeaker Management (GLM) software, which offers compatibility with a wider range of Genelec models – plus adding a host of other improvements. The software update provides support for the latest The Ones point source monitors – namely the 8351B and 8361 coaxial three-ways and the complementary W371 Adaptive Woofer System – which work seamlessly together via GLM to create a full-range monitoring system.
Recommended Book: The Last Seat in the House - The Story of Hanley Sound
University Press of Mississippi recently released a book which all audioXpress and Voice Coil readers will want to know about and own. The Last Seat in the House: The Story of Hanley Sound is a history of Bill Hanley, Woodstock, the live event industry and the first sound engineer to jam sprawling festivals and rock whole stadiums. The book not only pays tribute to Hanley's work but also reveals many irresistible backstage stories about the Newport Festivals, The Beatles’ final tour and much more.
Sennheiser Announces Momentum True Wireless 2 with ANC
The new Momentum True Wireless 2 are Sennheiser's latest effort to demonstrate they are also in the major league when it comes to true wireless earbuds, offering an updated proposition that combines style and convenience also with quality sound. The second generation of the Momentum True Wireless from Sennheiser bring enhancements such as Active Noise Cancellation, refined ergonomics and an outstanding 7-hour battery life that can be extended to up to 28 hours by charging on the go using the supplied case.
The Widex Moment Hearing Aid That Doesn’t Sound Like A Hearing Aid
The new Widex Moment is being promoted by the Danish audiology specialist as an hearing aid (HA) that "delivers the purest, most high quality sound for an audiophile." "With Widex Moment, those that appreciate high quality audio, but have hearing loss, don’t need to oscillate between hearing aids and high-end headphones. They can now have both in one device – with the hearing aid acting as the best headphones they’ve ever used," Widex states.
Kanto Audio Introduces New High-Value Compact Bluetooth Speakers
Kanto announced its new YU powered speaker, a high-value stereo speaker system that is designed to be simple to use and maximum sound quality for its compact size. Featuring Bluetooth connectivity with aptX for high-quality music streaming, along with remote control operation, the Kanto YU also offers an output for an external subwoofer, and an RCA input to accommodate any line-level source, including from a turntable with a built-in phono stage.
Lencore Acoustics Sound Masking Business Acquired by Media Company
Emmis Communications Corporation announced the acquisition of the sound masking business of Lencore Acoustics Corporation, a leading manufacturer in high-quality sound masking solutions for offices and other commercial applications. Based in Long Island (Woodbury), New York, Lencore has 33 employees who will become Emmis employees, including the sound masking business' leadership team. The offices will remain in Long Island New York.
GRAS Sound & Vibration Partners with Sound Hub Denmark Innovation Environment
GRAS Sound & Vibration announced its partnership with Sound Hub Denmark. The audio test and measurement company grabbed the opportunity to join a world-class sound and acoustics growth hub in Struer, in the North of Denmark, together with other players such us Bang & Olufsen, GN Audio (Jabra) and Harman Lifestyle, among others. Sound Hub Denmark is located in an original red stone factory building with architecture dating back to 1946, and the former location of the Bang & Olufsen R&D department until 2018.
Lectrosonics Introduces MTCR Miniature Audio Recorder with Time Code
Lectrosonics announced the introduction of a new tiny digital recorder, the MTCR (Miniature Time Code Recorder) for professional use. When the distance is extreme or using a wireless microphone is not practical, the MTCR recorder can travel with the subject and capture professional quality audio, synchronized with timecode. The tiny size and rounded shape make the MTCR unobtrusive and easy to place in garments and costumes, and to conceal when used as a “plant” microphone to capture environmental or location sound.