L-Acoustics Introduces New ARCS Family of Scalable Rental Solutions with Five New References
During Prolight+Sound 2019, L-Acoustics introduced five new references in its ARCS family, including the A15 Focus, A15 Wide, A10 Focus, A10 Wide, and KS21 Sub systems, designed for audiences from 50 to 5,000 in an approachable, compact format that offers greater versatility and ease of use. With the launch of the new ARCS product range, L-Acoustics introduces a new charter agreement offering rental partners meeting the ARCS standard system requirements the opportunity to join the official L-Acoustics rental network.
d&b audiotechnik Introduces B8-SUB Slim Subwoofer at Prolight+Sound 2019
The B8-SUB is an ultra compact subwoofer from d&b audiotechnik, standing only 170 mm tall and keeping a remarkably low profile. Yet, the B8-SUB boasts an exceptionally high performance to size ratio that provides a low frequency extension down to 43 Hz. Paired with the established d&b xC, xS and E-Series loudspeakers, with dedicated models for mobile (B8-SUB) and install (Bi8-SUB), the new sub fits comfortably in the tightest of spaces and is ideal for corporate environments, cruise ships, small venues and more.
Brüel & Kjær Introduces New B&K 2245 Sound Level Meter
Sound and vibration specialist Brüel & Kjær has released the new B&K 2245 class 1 sound level meter, providing a complete solution for basic noise measurements, while combining functionality, ease-of-use and versatility. The latest in Brüel & Kjær’s range of iconic sound level meters was designed to instill confidence in professionals whose work involves noise measurement tasks, providing the reliability associated with the brand, while offering the flexibility to work in combination with dedicated mobile apps.
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Danley Sound Labs Enters Cinema Market with Complete Range of Speakers
Launching at Cinema-Con 2019 (April 1-4) in Las Vegas, Danley Sound Lab's new range of cinema speakers combine the unique technologies and designs that have made the brand founded by Tom Danley. Loudspeakers featuring Danley’s Synergy Horn, full range, point source designs, and Tapped Horn subwoofers, combine to create a complete solution for cinema, including a dedicated surround speaker that is a fully horn-loaded, two-way coaxial design, and all powered by the company's range of DSP amplifiers with dedicated presets.
KV2 Audio Launches ESD Cube at Prolight+Sound 2019
KV2 Audio, the company founded by George Krampera, which keeps designing the company's extensive range of professional audio speakers, manufactured in the Czech Republic, will be showing its most compact speaker yet at Prolight+Sound 2019. The ESD Cube ultra-compact passive 5-inch loudspeaker features a unique trans-coil design for superior vocal reproduction, extended high frequency response, increased dynamic range and what the company claims to be the lowest distortion of any comparable loudspeaker in its class. VC
Powersoft Shows New Amplifier and Innovative OEM Components at Prolight+Sound 2019
Powersoft returned to Messe Frankfurt in force for Prolight+Sound 2019 with a full suite of industry audio solutions, including the brand new X4L, a 4 channel amplifier specifically designed for peak voltages and to feed the most power hungry arrays and subwoofers. On the OEM components range, Powersoft introduced the LOTO DSP 1-2 in / 4 out Advanced DSP board; the DSP-Lite ETH 1-2 in / 3 out DSP interface for LiteMod, MiniMod and DigiMod amp modules; and an update for its Snapshot Selector mobile app.
The Search for Ultimate Sound: Sonarworks Launches User-Driven Research Project for Sonic Personalization
Sonarworks, the European sound calibration software developers, have just announced the launch of a public research project designed to fine-tune the calibration of their award winning apps for individual listener preference. The Sound Preference Research Project, which is currently underway globally, allows users to audition music samples with different sound settings in a simple A/B assessment to choose the sound they prefer most.
German Physiks Launches New High-End Electronics at AXPONA 2019
Announced in late 2018, German Physiks’ new Emperor Extreme range of high-end electronics will be launched in the U.S. at the AXPONA 2019 show. The range currently comprises a preamplifier, integrated amplifier and stereo and mono power amplifiers and will be further expanded soon with a DSP and Digital Electronic Crossover unit. Knows for its unique omnidirectional speakers and the development of the DDD driver, the German company will now expand into electronics.
Virtual Assistants Establish Strategic Role in Multiple Categories
Virtual Assistants (VAs) are poised to become the next-generation go-to interface, according to new market data and reporting from Futuresource Consulting. The company’s recent home audio quarterly tracker shows that products with integrated VAs grew to 41.8% of all home audio shipments in Q4 2018, an increase of nearly 50% on Q4 2017, with smart speakers increasing by 79%.
Dayton Audio WFA400 4-Zone Wi-Fi Audio Receiver and Streamer Gains Mobile App Integration
Dayton Audio announced its WFA400 4-Zone Wi-Fi Audio Receiver is now able to support wireless, whole-home, multi-room and multi-user streaming thanks to its integration with the new Hi-Fly app for iOS and Android. With the new mobile app integration, the WFA400 provides total control over a whole home audio system right from the user's phone or tablet. And the new Dayton Audio Hi-Fly App turns any mobile device into a fully-featured remote control for all Dayton Audio Hi-Fly enabled devices.