DiGiCo Spotlights New Software Enhancements and More at AES NY 2019
With its renewed commitment to sound reinforcement and expanded roster of related presentations, the Audio Engineering Society’s 147th Pro Audio Convention in New York City will be a valuable experience for any live audio production engineer, from novice students to seasoned professionals. And on stand 629 of the Javits Center’s exhibition hall, DiGiCo will be taking advantage of the gathering to share its latest exciting software enhancements and product offerings with those in attendance.
New JBL EON ONE Battery-Powered Portable PA System with Bluetooth
The latest addition in the venerable JBL EON family of portable loudspeakers, the new JBL EON ONE Compact portable PA system takes the concept to the extreme, combining a class-leading output for an 8-inch speaker with extended bass response and battery life in an ultra-portable design. The latest product to be announced by Harman Professional Solutions, the JBL EON ONE is an all-in-one PA system with Bluetooth that delivers high-quality sound anywhere, for hours on end.
Defunc Releases TRUE GO True Wireless Earpods with MultiTip Design
Swedish audio brand Defunc launched the TRUE GO earbuds (or "earpods" in the brand's terminology), designed and aimed to provide a true wireless experience to suit all activities with a more secure fit, better sound, improved comfort and more color options than other products of similar design. Defunc states that the TRUE GO design fits exactly what the consumer is looking for in a true wireless product, while adding a premium microphone at an extremely affordable price of 49.99 USD/Euros to make it accessible to all.
Are You Serious About Audio Electronics? audioXpress November 2019 Is Now Available!
The November 2019 edition of audioXpress is now available with a wide range of technical topics in audio electronics and design. We review the Benchmark LA4 Line Amplifier and the new Hooke Verse Bluetooth Binaural Recording Headphones. Jan Didden proposes an updated version of his High-Voltage Delay for Tube Amplifiers, and Thomas Zarbo, Jr. explains how to build his Tenacious Bass-8 Powered Subwoofer. And, learn more about Data-Over-Sound, MU amplification topologies, and Auverdion’s Aurora open-source DSP platform. Now available!
Special Hands-On, All Access Workshops Set for AES New York 2019
The AES New York 2019 Pro Audio Convention has slated two hands-on training workshops on the final day of the Convention, October 19, the day after the exhibition closes. Attendees will have the opportunity to experiment with dedicated hardware and software tools during these limited-seating All Access workshops, covering the latest cutting-edge tools and technologies in immersive audio production and audio repair and restoration.
QSC Adds Powerful KS118 Active Subwoofer to KS Series Family
QSC announced a third and more powerful subwoofer model in its KS Series family. Succeeding the highly acclaimed KW181 model, QSC introduced the KS118 active subwoofer, a robust design combining legendary QSC amplification and versatile DSP features. Updated specifications make the KS118 the perfect choice for mobile entertainment, AV rental, event production, clubs and performance venues for which very high output and commanding low frequency performance is needed.
Microchip Introduces New Bluetooth 5.0-Qualified, Dual-Mode Audio IC and Certified Module with LDAC Codec Support
Microchip introduced the new BM83 SoC, a Bluetooth 5.0 certified dual-mode audio module that contains an on-board Bluetooth stack and audio profiles and supports 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution audio formats to enable high-fidelity wireless audio, including support for Sony’s high fidelity LDAC codec. The combined solution is intended for both new speaker and headphone designs, offering differentiated features.
Yamaha VOCALOID:AI Faithfully Reproduces Singing of Legendary Japanese Vocalist Hibari Misora
Yamaha Corporation announced that it has succeeded in reproducing the singing of the late Hibari Misora, a legendary Japanese vocalist, using its own VOCALOID:AI singing synthesis technology in technical cooperation with an NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation) television program broadcast in Japan on September 29, serving as both the public debut and first real-world implementation of VOCALOID:AI - an extension of the company's original singing voice synthesis technology.
beyerdynamic Launches Aesthetically Refined Amiron Wireless Copper Headphones
beyerdynamic announced the new Amiron Wireless Copper over-the-ear headphones, designed to be used with portable audio devices, but featuring exceptional sound quality and a sophisticated design. Expanding on the original Amiron model introduced in 2018, the Amiron Wireless Copper combines a soft Alcantara headband with an updated Bluetooth system with aptX HD and AAC support, creating what the company describes as "the ultimate headphone for music and design enthusiasts."
Sonifex Introduces New Dante-Enabled Products at AES NY 2019
The adoption of Dante-enabled AoIP solutions has reached the status of de facto standard in both the commercial installation and broadcast application markets, and manufacturers are extending the number of Dante-enabled solutions to all domains. Sonifex is an example of a leading manufacturer with an early lead in the design of Dante solutions and, at the AES NY 2019 show, the British company will introduce its new Dante configurable commentary units with 2 or 4 channels, together with an extensive number of interface solutions.