Samson Introduces Zi100 and Zi200 Monitoring Earphones at NAMM 2017
Samson is a household name in MI and the portable sound technology space, in particular for wireless and monitoring products. At NAMM 2017, Samson introduced Zi100 and Zi200 in-ear monitoring earphones, which are described as “upgrade options for performances and personal listening.” The IEM/audiophile crossover trend might also explain why they look so similar to existing established products from other brands.
Sennheiser’s AMBEO Smart Surround Records Binaural Audio Directly to Smartphones
Seen for the first time at CES 2017, Sennheiser is now showcasing its new AMBEO Smart Surround solution – a compact earphone for immersive 3D audio recording - at NAMM 2017. Following the unveiling of Sennheiser’s AMBEO 3D audio technology program and the introduction of the AMBEO VR Mic, Sennheiser’s Smart Surround will be the brand’s first AMBEO consumer product, allowing anyone to capture and listen to binaural audio recordings on their smartphones with unprecedented simplicity.
Universal Audio Unveils New Apollo Twin MkII Desktop Audio Interface for Mac and Windows
First day of NAMM 2017, and Universal Audio unveiled its new Apollo Twin MkII desktop audio interface, a much improved version of the popular Apollo Twin, introduced in 2014. The new MkII version delivers next-generation 24-bit/192 kHz AD/DA audio conversion with Unison Technology, Realtime UAD Processing, now up to UAD-2 QUAD processing, talkback functionality, and improved monitoring functions to Mac and Windows users over Thunderbolt 2.
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Apple GarageBand and Apple Logic Pro X Get Major Updates and New Features
Just before the opening of another NAMM Show, Apple announced major updates to its music creation apps for iOS and MacOS. GarageBand for iOS 2.2 now features the powerful creative synthesizer Alchemy and a new sound browser that makes searching through instruments and patches easier than ever. Logic Pro X 10.3 becomes an even more powerful tool, with a modern interface, and new features for professional audio production as well as support for Touch Bar on the new MacBook Pro.
Beyerdynamic Introduces TG 500 Wireless System at NAMM 2017
At the NAMM Show 2017, beyerdynamic unveiled the TG 500, a versatile and affordable wireless system. As the successor of the proven Opus 600 series, the new system focuses on modern features and can be used licence-free almost all over the world depending on the frequency band selected. For performances on smaller stages, theater productions, speeches or presentations - the new beyerdynamic TG 500 wireless system is a genuine all-rounder.
Celestion Adds the FTX1025 and FTX 1530 to their Line of Common Magnet Motor Coaxial Loudspeakers
Celestion announced the availability of the latest additions to their FTX Series of common magnet motor coaxial loudspeakers, the 10" diameter FTX1025 and the 15" FTX1530. Like others in the FTX line, these new loudspeakers offer a full range frequency response in a single self-contained driver by concentrically aligning low and high frequency drivers, providing improvements in signal alignment and off-axis response when compared to a traditional two-way system.
Blue Announces New Updated and Enhanced Essentials Series Microphones at NAMM 2017
Blue Microphones announced the newly updated and enhanced Essentials Series now featuring improved sound and design of their best-selling studio microphones, Spark SL, Bluebird SL and Baby Bottle SL. Taking their most popular microphone line one step further, Blue advances each mic with a new streamlined build and refined sonics, along with a versatile 100Hz high-pass filter and -20dB pad. All three new models will be available worldwide in February 2017.
Mackie AXIS Digital Mixing System Now Shipping
The brand new and innovative Mackie AXIS Digital Mixing System was one of the highlights at NAMM 2016, where Mackie seemed revitalized with several new bold product introductions and an energetic engineering team revealing a new direction for the famous company (part of Loud Technologies). Now Mackie confirms that the modular system, combining the DL32R mixer and I/O rack with the all-new DC16 control surface is now available and shipping worldwide.
Lectrosonics to Receive 2017 Academy Award for Technical Achievement
Lectrosonics' David Thomas, Lawrence E. Fisher and David Bundy will receive a 2017 Academy Award for Technical Achievement, for advancing the state of wireless microphone technology in the design, development and engineering of the Lectrosonics Digital Hybrid Wireless System and Technology. Presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Technical Achievement Academy Awards recognize contributions of significant value to the process of making motion pictures.
Apogee Updates Element Thunderbolt Interfaces with Talkback Feature and Apogee Control Compatibility
Apogee Electronics announced the availability of a new software update for their Element Control App for Mac and iOS, designed specifically for the new Element Thunderbolt audio interfaces. The software update offers a new Talkback feature that allows to use Mac’s built-in microphone, or any Core audio input, to communicate with artists through their headphones. Apogee also launched the Apogee Control hardware remote control for Symphony I/O Mk II and Element Series Thunderbolt interfaces.