Alclair Audio Releases Hybrid Electrostatic Custom In-Ear Monitors
Alclair Audio, from Minneapolis, MN, released the Alclair Electro, the first custom in ear monitor to feature electrostatic drivers, and also the first headphone to power the electrostatic driver with an internal transformer, which makes it perfect for stage and studio use. The new Electro model uses 4 balanced armature drivers and a dual electrostatic tweeter, appealing both to music enthusiasts, studio engineers, producers, and performers.
Parasound Introduces Improved Halo Integrated Amplifier
Parasound has introduced the HINT 6, an improved version of its popular Halo Integrated Amplifier. The new HINT 6 features a Burr-Brown volume control with easy-to-read front panel display. It also adds an upgraded USB receiver with plug and play functionality for Windows and Mac, a second optical input, increased phono gain, greater channel separation, and some pleasing refinements to its appearance.
BroaMan Appoints Clear-Com as USA Distributor
German fiber network specialists BroaMan, who offer scalable SD/HD/3G video, data and intercom transport solutions down a single fiber, have appointed Clear-Com, the provider of real-time communications solution and services, as their new distributor in the USA. Since 2011, Clear-Com has been working with BroaMan and sister company Optocore, implementing the German company's products for integrated real-time transport, routing, conversion and management of professional video, audio and data.
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Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association Continues to Expand
Infineon is the latest company to join the Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association, the industry group dedicated to bringing high resolution, wireless, multi-channel audio products to the home theater market, assuring interoperability between wireless speakers and components. Infineon joins a strong and extensive list of members, including also GoldenEar, Electrocompaniet, Almando and Primare, as WiSA continues to expand with major audio industry suppliers, manufacturers and speaker brands.
Regular Broadcast with Immersive and Interactive Sound Powered By MPEG-H Audio
The opening game of the 2018 Football World Cup in Russia marked the world’s first regular broadcast with immersive and interactive audio: The South Korean television and radio network company SBS transmitted this match live in Ultra-High Definition (UHD) based on the ATSC 3.0 standard, utilizing the advanced features of Fraunhofer’s MPEG-H TV Audio System, immersive sound and interactive audio.
DirectOut Adds Enhanced Automatic Redundancy Switching to EXBOX.MD Dante Interface
DirectOut Technologies has significantly expanded the capabilities of its recently released EXBOX.MD Dante/MADI interface, with a major firmware and software update. The German networking and pro audio specialist company previewed the updated EXBOX.MD at the AES Milan 2018 Convention, demonstrating it to be one of the most flexible Dante bridges presently on the market.
Dirac Research Enters the Gaming Headset Market
Sweden’s Dirac Research has developed a breakthrough 3D audio solution for gaming headsets that creates for an intensely immersive and lifelike aural experience. Now the company confirmed that the Dirac audio surround sound technology has already been licensed by a leading Chinese consumer technology manufacturer – with more to come. The Chinese manufacturer has licensed Dirac’s technology for a gaming headset that will debut in the second half of 2018.
MSE Audio Re-Engineers Phase Technology HV Subwoofers at Entry-Level Prices
MSE Audio is now shipping the HV101-LP, HV101-II and HV121-II subwoofers from Phase Technology. Most notably, the HV101-LP, a “low profile” subwoofer, boasts a unique design, allowing it to be placed underneath furniture to hide it within a room. The new Phase Technology subwoofers feature treated pulp drivers with high-excursion rubber surrounds. Each sub includes on-board DSP smart limiting, along with a gain control, phase switch, variable crossover, L&R inputs and a dedicated LFE input.
Boss Unveils Wireless Audio Transmitters Optimized for Musical Instruments
Roland's guitar and effects brand, Boss, announced the WL series, a new line of high-quality wireless systems for guitar, bass, and other electronic instruments. Equipped with a new low latency wireless technology developed by BOSS, the WL series delivers a plug-and-play experience for musicians, and makes it easy for players to bring wireless freedom to home, rehearsal, and small stage rigs. The series three different devices for electric and acoustic guitar and a cradle to connect stompbox effects.
Apple Holds Pole Position in the 'True' Wireless Headphone Category
In its latest assessment of the headphones landscape, market research firm Futuresource points out that the true wireless segment has grown 178% year-on-year, with Apple achieving a whopping 80% market share. On a worldwide basis, the overall headphones market totaled 79.1 million units in Q1, with retail revenues topping $4 billion.