SteelSeries Launches High-Res Certified Arctis Pro Gaming Headset Line
While the gaming graphics card and displays market continues to grow and push consumer expectations forward with beautifully immersive visuals, SteelSeries believes that audio reproduction in speaker and headset solutions has fallen behind the curve. Now, the fast-growing gaming headset brand, introduced the Arctis Pro Line to raise the stakes in premium headset performance for gaming and entertainment on PlayStation 4 consoles and PC.
Audio Precision Expands Microphone Product Family
Audio Precision announced the expansion of its line of measurement microphones with the introduction of the 376M03, a calibrated microphone system combining a 1/2" microphone cartridge with a phantom-powered preamplifier - the 426M16 - in its 1/2" configuration. The new preamplifier combines the precision of calibrated, standardized measurement microphones with the convenience of ubiquitous mic accessories offering phantom power, balanced connections for improved immunity to induced noise, and easy connectivity via common XLR cables.
Danley Sound Labs Introduces Fully-Weatherized OS-12CX Wide-Coverage Loudspeaker
Building on the continued success of the fully-weatherized Danley OS-80 & OS-90 loudspeakers and the OS-115 subwoofer, Danley Sound Labs introduced the Danley OS-12CX wide-coverage loudspeaker. The Danley OS-12CX uses Danley's patented Synergy crossover design, Sentinel limiter protection circuitry, and stainless steel mounting hardware that is prepared to brace the OS-12CX against mother nature's worst.
Gamechanger Audio Promotes New Guitar Distortion PLASMA Pedal with Xenon-Filled Tube
Now launched on crowdfunding platform Indiegogo, the PLASMA Pedal is an interesting innovation in an area where there's hardly been any for decades. The idea for the PLASMA comes from a young Latvian company, Gamechanger Audio, dedicated to infuse new ideas into the musician market. And the PLASMA is certainly new in the fact that instead of the traditional circuits, it sends continuous high-voltage discharges within a xenon-filled tube. In essence - playing a bolt of electricity!
Astro Spatial Audio to Demonstrate Object-Based 3D Sound with Third-Party Integration at Prolight+Sound 2018
Astro Spatial Audio (ASA) will highlight its approach to true object-based immersive audio when it returns to Prolight+Sound at the Frankfurt Messe, from April 10–13. The company will offer special presentations throughout the show, highlighting the deep integration between ASA's SARA II Premium Rendering Engine and third-party systems including TTA's Stagetracker II next-generation performer tracking, Alcons Audio loudspeakers, and QLab playback automation software.
Jünger Audio Announces Groundbreaking Audio Processing Platform for NAB 2018
At NAB 2018, Jünger Audio will be introducing a completely new audio processing platform that gives broadcasters the freedom and flexibility to choose exactly the right audio processing products for their facilities and projects. According to the Berlin-based company, the new AIXpressor processing platform uses state of the art software infrastructure that increases operational flexibility and takes audio quality to "an entirely new dimension."
Bose Introduces Audio Augmented Reality Platform at SXSW 2018
At SXSW 2018, Bose has introduced Bose AR, the company's concept for an audio augmented reality platform, in the shape of glasses to hear. According to Bose, the prototype "launches the future of mobile sound," and Bose also announced an SDK schedule date for developers, manufacturers, and research institutions, along with collaborations currently under way, and venture funding for related start-ups.
Tracktion Unveils Waveform 9 Music Production Software
Tracktion Corporation announced the Ninth Generation of their award winning DAW, Waveform. This powerful, easy to use and affordable software has been designed for musicians, artists and composers that need a versatile and fast platform to discover and explore recording and composing music. It runs on virtually any computer platform and Tracktion has been providing massive updates, making it one of the most interesting tools currently available for musicians.
NAB Show Introduces New Podcasting Conference And Exhibit Area
The burgeoning podcast medium will be the focus of a new conference program, show floor pavilion and recording studio at the 2018 NAB Show, April 7-12 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual convention is the world’s largest event encompassing the convergence of media, entertainment and technology. Sessions and exhibits will take place at the new Podcast Pavillion area, featuring leading podcasters and highlighting the medium’s growth and opportunities.
New Market Report on Voice Assistant Opportunities in Consumer Electronics
Market research firm Futuresource Consulting announced the latest edition of its "Voice Assistants in Consumer Electronics" report. Voice Assistants (VAs) are being integrated into an increasing number and variety of connected consumer devices in multiple markets and are on course to develop as a major user interface over the next 2-3 years, according to this latest report, which leverages new industry and end-user research to assess the size and shape of the market at a worldwide and regional level.