Syntiant and Infineon Offer Always-on Ultra-Low-Power Local Voice Control
Syntiant, a California-based AI chip company focused on moving machine learning from the cloud to edge devices, announced a partnership with Infineon Technologies, to service the rising demand for voice user interface (VUI) in electronic devices. Optimized for battery-powered devices from true wireless earbuds to mobile phones to smart speakers, Syntiant’s partnership with Infineon enables more efficient voice control and custom command detection to numerous product configurations.
Hypex Electronics Introduces New NCORE Amplifier Family for Active Speakers
Hypex introduces the NCAS500MP. The first member of an all new NCORE family of amplifiers specifically designed for 2-way Active Speakers. From Pro-Audio solutions, High-End HiFi speakers to Studio monitors, with the proven NCORE technology the NCAS500MP can be used for all active speaker designs. With a power rating of 400 + 100W in 8 ohm it is very powerful for its size.
Worldwide Home Loudspeaker Market Shows Pockets of Growth
Futuresource Consulting unveiled its latest Home Audio Worldwide Loudspeaker Report which demonstrates that the market is showing resilience despite shifting listening habits, as consumers look beyond traditional audio products, fixing their sights on smart speakers and headphones. The recent changes in loudspeaker preferences means trade value is faring better than volume, according to the new worldwide loudspeaker report from Futuresource.
NTi Audio Expands Room Acoustics Optimization Solutions with Room Acoustic Reporter Software
The Room Acoustics Reporter PC software from NTi Audio, in combination with the DS3 Dodecahedron Speaker and the XL2 Sound Level Meter provide the perfect solution for acoustics evaluation of a room, performing reverberation time optimization calculations and providing comprehensive reporting according to ISO 3382 and DIN 18041 standards. Useful for anyone working on analysis and evaluation of room acoustics the XL2 and the Room Acoustics Reporter software even allow simulation of acoustic treatment options with absorption data from manufacturers.
JBL Professional Announces One Series 104-BT Desktop Coaxial Monitors with Bluetooth 5
Harman Professional Solutions announced the new JBL Professional One Series 104-BT desktop reference monitors with Bluetooth 5. The new design features a single coaxial driver that delivers clear, detailed sound while mixing and editing. The new compact and very affordable speakers were designed to enable content creators and audio professionals to stream accurate, studio-quality audio via Bluetooth or playback audio using a standard wired connection.
Denon Introduces DHT-S216 Full-Range Soundbar With DTS Virtual:X Advanced Virtual Surround Capability
Denon announced its first full-range low-profile soundbar with DTS Virtual:X, the DHT-S216 ($249). The slender and powerful soundbar leverages advanced psychoacoustic algorithms developed by DTS to realistically simulate a multi-channel soundtrack played on a home theater surround sound system. The DHT-S216 is easily connected to any TV and media player via 4K UHD HDMI with Audio Return Channel or Optical/Auxiliary inputs for exceptional sound clarity.
KRK Announces Limited Edition ROKIT G4 “White Noise” Studio Monitors
A great white finish for good sounding speakers, with an unfortunate name? KRK Systems, part of the Gibson family of brands, added a new family of studio monitors to its latest ROKIT Generation 4 (G4) range, the limited edition ROKIT G4 White Noise. Available in 5-, 7-, and 8-inch bi-amp models, these limited-edition monitors offer the same impressive features as the newly released ROKIT G4s, but with an enticingly different aesthetic.
Cadence Announces Strategic Alliance Agreement with National Instruments to Improve Electronic System Development
National Instruments and Cadence Design Systems, announced a system innovation strategic alliance to create an integrated design to test flow, leveraging reusable data and test IP from electronics design and verification to validation and production test for electronic system and semiconductor companies. Through the strategic alliance agreement, NI and Cadence expect the joint development of technology, methodology and intellectual property to streamline electronics development.
DPA Promotes Immersive Sound Capture with New 4560 CORE Binaural Headset Microphone
Danish manufacturer, DPA Microphones announced the new 4560 CORE Binaural Headset Microphone, combining two miniature microphones positioned at the opening of each ear with a flexible headset. A high-quality solution for YouTubers, sound designers, podcasters, vloggers and other content creators, including filmmakers who want to capture authentic immersive audio for their projects. The binaural setup allows to capture, in real time, exactly what each ear is hearing so that those listening on headphones can experience the full immersive sound.
Steinberg Launches Cubase and Cubase Elements 10.5 Creative Music Production Packages
With the 30th anniversary of Cubase slowly coming to an end, after releasing Cubase Pro 10.5 and Cubase Artist 10.5, Steinberg also confirmed the availability of the more affordable Cubase Elements 10.5 package. Cubase 10.5 combines sophisticated audio/MIDI tools with many new, powerful tools, as well as an array of improvements to existing features. Cubase 10.5 also includes the new granular and spectral synthesizer, Padshop 2, a unique-sounding virtual instrument.