Magix Releases Sound Forge Pro 13 with Redesigned Interface, New VST Engine and ARA2 Support
For over 25 years, Sound Forge Pro has been an industry-leading professional software for recording, audio editing and mastering. With this latest version 13, Berlin-based Magix presents a comprehensive update specifically designed to meet current requirements of professional audio producers, updating the code for more stability, efficiency and speed. The all-new Sound Forge Pro 13 has a redesigned interface, delivers a new VST engine and ARA2 support for greater plug-in speed and stability, and adds a host of professional effects.
Renesas Electronics Simplifies Development of USB PD and USB-C Battery Charging Applications with New Reference Designs
Renesas Electronics Corporation announced two new reference designs that simplify and speed the development of USB Power Delivery (PD3.0) and USB-C battery charging applications such as USB-C computing hubs, power banks, car chargers, SSD enclosures, point of sale (POS) printers, and desktop displays. The RTK-251-1PowerBank3 and RTK-251-BuckBoostConverter2 are USB-IF PD3.0 certified design kits, and represent the first in a new series of reference designs for applications implementing the USB Type-C power and data connection standard.
Sonarworks Expands Headphone Profiles for Reference 4 and Partners with Focusrite
Sonarworks just announced the latest additions to their list of supported headphone models for Reference 4, the sound calibration software. The new models include offerings from major brands like AKG, Focusrite, Pioneer, and Sennheiser, many of which have been added due to user feedback and bring the total count of supported headphone models to over 200 and counting. Meanwhile, Sonarworks is offering Focusrite users a free software license of Reference 4 Headphone Edition.
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FaitalPro New 12 and 15-Inch XL Woofers Launched at Prolight+Sound 2019
FaitalPro attended Prolight+Sound 2019 in full force and with many new products to unveil, all with great appeal for the professional audio market. Together with its latest HF1440 1.4" neodymium compression driver, the renowned Italian manufacturer of professional loudspeakers announced several new low frequency drivers, including its latest FX Woofer Series and two new 12 and 15 inch subwoofers in its high power XL range: the 12XL1200 and 15XL1200 models. According to FaitalPro, both woofers are ideal solutions for high power compact systems. VC
Need a Dedicated Spectrum Analyzer? B&K Precision Just Announced its Slim 2680 Series
B&K Precision, the manufacturer of reliable, cost-effective test and measurement instruments announced its evolution of RF test equipment with the New 2680 Series of Spectrum Analyzers. This series includes a pre-amplifier, 2D spectrum monitor and advanced measurements such as channel power, adjacent channel power and occupied bandwidth, which are options on most competing models. It also includes advanced measurement options and pre-amp for RF design and verification.
Cypress Low-Power Bluetooth MCUs Extend Range and Battery Life in Voice and Audio Applications
Cypress Semiconductor announced two low-power, dual-mode Bluetooth 5.0 and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) microcontrollers (MCUs) that include support for Bluetooth mesh networking, and provide simultaneous Bluetooth 5.0 audio and BLE connections, delivering low-power wireless solutions that enable music and voice commands for battery-powered personal devices. With the new CYW20819 and CYW20820 MCUs, designers can also develop low-cost, low-power Bluetooth mesh network devices.
Logitech Introduces ANC-Equipped Zone Wireless Headset Designed for Open Offices
Logitech announced the launch of the Logitech Zone Wireless and Logitech Zone Wireless Plus Headsets, created from the ground up for people working in an open office environment. Leveraging Logitech’s deep audio expertise, the Zone series of headsets allow users to take conference calls, listen to music, or block out distractions with active noise cancellation (ANC). The Zone Wireless range are also the first business headsets to offer Qi wireless charging, providing convenient charging at the user’s desk.
Riedel Introduces Artist-1024 Intercom Node With Higher Port Density and Native IP Support
At the 2019 NAB Show, Riedel Communications unveiled the new Artist-1024 node, a powerful expansion to the company's Artist intercom ecosystem and an essential piece in the transition to IP infrastructures. In what Riedel describes as the next evolutionary step in the continuous development of its Artist ecosystem, the Artist-1024 communications node provides the features and advanced capabilities that the current market requires, such as higher port densities and full SMPTE 2110-30/31 (AES67) compliance.
HyperX Launches QuadCast Studio-Quality USB Microphone with Four Polar Patterns and Anti-Vibration Shock Mount
HyperX, the gaming division of Kingston Technology Company, and brand leader in gaming and esports, announced the release of its HyperX QuadCast microphone for streaming and audio recording. First unveiled at CES 2019, HyperX QuadCast features a built-in anti-vibration shock mount and offers four polar pattern choices, gain control, a built-in pop filter, and a tap-to-mute feature that indicates the mute status by turning off the red LED lighting.
Asahi Kasei Microdevices Introduces Premium Audio Solutions at High End 2019 in Munich
Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) will show its latest flagship Velvet Sound Verita AK4499 32-bit audio D/A Converter (DAC) at the High End 2019 show in Munich, Germany. A newly developed IC manufacturing process was adopted in this flagship DAC to deliver the best sound quality so far in the company's range of products, achieving -124dB THD+N and 140dB S/N. The AK4499 is also the first among AKM products to use a new current output architecture. AKM will also demonstrate its new ultra-low power HiFi D/A converters for Bluetooth headphones, AK4331 (stereo) and AK4332 (mono).