PSB Announces High Performance Pair of Affordable Alpha DSP Controlled Powered Subwoofers
PSB Speakers announced two new affordable subwoofers for high quality music and movie listening. The Alpha S10 ($549 U.S. MSRP) and the Alpha S8 ($449 U.S.) follow the successful launch of four Alpha models earlier this year. The new Alpha DSP Controlled Powered Subwoofers are both bass reflex designs with rear port, featuring the same 150 Watts continuous power amplifier in a compact cabinet, using drivers with polypropylene cones and rubber surrounds. The S10 and S8 will be introduced at Rocky Mountain Audio Fest (RMAF) 2019, and will be available October 2019.
USB-IF Announces Publication of USB4 Specification that Doubles Bandwidth to Extend USB Type-C Performance
The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) announced the publication of the USB4 specification, a major update to deliver the next-generation USB architecture that complements and builds upon the existing USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 architectures. The USB4 architecture is based on the Thunderbolt protocol specification contributed by Intel to the USB Promoter Group. It doubles the maximum aggregate bandwidth of USB and enables multiple simultaneous data and display protocols.
Denon Introduces PMA-150H Network-Enabled Integrated Amplifier and DAC
Denon announced its latest high-performance integrated network amplifier, the PMA-150H, directly targeting new generations with the desire to upgrade their listening experience. The compact PMA-150 easily connects all popular digital and analog sources, including CD players, TVs, turntables, and USB devices. Its HEOS built-in technology enables access to music over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and wired Ethernet using the HEOS app, or streamed directly via Apple Airplay 2 and Spotify Connect.
Creative Expands Super X-Fi Range with Sound Blaster X3 and Super X-Fi Theater Headphones
Creative Technology will be showcasing its latest range of audio solutions at IFA 2019 (September 5-11). Spanning categories from high-performance headphones and true wireless earbuds to portable speakers and high-resolution sound cards, Creative will be featuring a diverse portfolio of products at its booth, including exclusive previews of the first Sound Blaster with Super X-Fi processing and what the company calls its best Super X-Fi headphones yet, the new Super X-Fi Theater Headphones.
Røde Microphones Continues to Expand RØDECaster Pro with Firmware Upgrades
Since its introduction in November 2018, the RØDECaster Pro managed to create an entire new market segment for Røde Microphones. A completely new concept that successfully combines the features of a compact radio mixer with elements of modern music production tools, the RØDECaster Pro created excitement, and encouraged podcasting creation on a global basis. And with continuous firmware upgrades, Røde is keeping the original excitement alive, significantly expanding the concept completely for free.
Sound Devices Announces MixPre II Series Audio Recorders, Mixers and USB Interfaces
Sound Devices announced the launch of its new MixPre-3 II, MixPre-6 II, and MixPre-10 II, successors of the award-winning MixPre Series. All models of the MixPre II Series function as recorders, mixers, and USB interfaces, and are suited for a wide range of applications, with features for podcasters, musicians, indie filmmakers, journalists, field recordists, and production sound mixers alike.
Stardraw.com Launches New Website to Support Expanded Manufacturers Library Data
System design software providers, Stardraw.com, have announced the launch of their brand new website that has been completely rebuilt on the Angular framework. The company has chosen to keep the overall look similar to the previous version, but the difference is instantly noticeable when it comes to navigating around the site. It is now lightning fast thanks to new code that has been written from the ground up based on the Angular framework.
SEAS Launches New Prestige Titan L19RNX1 Woofer
SEAS Fabrikker continues to deliver on its promise to completely renew its product portfolio since the company revitalized its production, moving manufacturing from Taiwan to a new production line in Moss, Norway. Following the announcement in May 2019 of a completely new product-size of woofer in the Excel Graphene Woofer Series, named the 19-series, SEAS now launches the L19RNX1 (H1878-08) in the affordable Prestige Titan Series. The new L19RNX1 woofer was designed to respond to the challenges of high-res audio reproduction with improved clarity and dynamic capability.
Bryston Introduces BDA-3.14 Multi-Function Streaming DAC with Integrated Music Player
Bryston has introduced the BDA-3.14 multi-function DAC that adds an array of impressive features to its existing BDA-3 DAC platform. Delivering the level of performance and build quality that users expect from Bryston, the new DAC includes a built-in music player, onboard digital volume control and an updated user interface. The BDA-3.14 will be available from Bryston dealers beginning Q4, 2019 and carry an MSRP of $4195 USD.
IK Multimedia Offers Free T-RackS Metering Suite with iLoud MTM and iLoud Micro Monitor
IK Multimedia is offering its acclaimed T-RackS Metering Suite at no charge to registered users of iLoud Micro Monitors and iLoud MTM monitors. The suite is part of IK's T-RackS mixing and mastering software workstation, and offers a full range of metering tools that will enhance any type of recording, mixing or mastering work. Combined with the accuracy of the iLoud range of nearfield studio monitors, users can now create professional tracks in any environment.