A-Audio Prodigy, the Bluetooth Speaker that Instantly Transforms into Two Speakers
A-Audio previewed its original wireless speaker design for the first time at the 2015 International CES. The Prodigy Bluetooth Speaker is able to instantly transform into two separate speakers and features Three-Stage Listening Technology, which allows listeners to choose between Audio, Base Enhancer and SurroundEffect modes so they can select which setting they prefer in each moment.
Samson promotes Better Recordings and Communication on Laptops and Tablets
Wireless microphone pioneer Samson Technologies introduced its new Samson Meteorite USB Microphone at the 2015 CES Show. The cleverly designed microphone is targeted at both home recording and improved VoIP communications. Samson also presented its new Go Mic Direct miniature USB microphone with noise cancellation technology and the new Meteor M2 Multimedia Speaker System.
McIntosh’s first-ever Headphone and New D150 Digital Preamp/DAC
At the 2015 International CES in Las Vegas McIntosh presented its first-ever headphone, the MHP1000, targeted at those not minding paying extra for “the legendary McIntosh sound”. At the Las Vegas Show, McIntosh also launched its new D150 digital preamp/DAC, a high-performance digital ‘hub’ capable of replaying today’s high-resolution DSD and DXD audio files.
06
Klipsch Debuts WiSA Enabled Reference Premiere Wireless Home Theater Speakers at CES 2015
Klipsch was one of the big brand names announcing a full range of wireless home theater speakers using the Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association technology at the CES 2015. The new Klipsch WiSA enabled Reference Premiere wireless speakers allow intuitive out-of-box set-up and wireless transmission of up to 24 bit/96kHz.
Sennheiser is All About Wireless and Mobility at CES 2015
At the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show, held in Las Vegas between 6-9 January, Sennheiser launched innovative new headphones including a new generation of Sennheiser’s MOMENTUM line, now expanded with two new wireless versions. A Bluetooth version of the URBANITE XL also debuted at CES, together with a new RS range of digital wireless headphones for home audio and an all new line of sports headphones.
Audeze introduces EL-8 Planar Magnetic Headphones at CES 2015
At the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas there were plenty of new headphones, earphones and earbuds, including many new wireless models. But for the more demanding consumer nothing grabbed more attention than the announcement of the new EL-8 closed- and open-back planar magnetic headphones by Audeze. Also, Audeze introduced its new Deckard high-quality headphone amp/DAC.
SVS Shows High Performance Audio Solutions at CES 2015
Focusing on immersive two-channel and action-packed home theater audio experiences, the SVS suites at CES highlighted demos of the new Tidal high fidelity music streaming service brought to life with SVS Prime and flagship Ultra Speakers, the “Pillar of Bass” PC-2000 Cylinder Subwoofer and the newly released Emotiva XMC-1 Preamp/Processor.
Anaren Integrated Radio (AIR) Module enabled by Broadcom’s Wiced Smart Bluetooth Technology announced at CES 2015
Wireless components specialist Anaren introduced, at the 2015 International CES, a small footprint, globally pre-certified surface mount Bluetooth module, supported by Anaren’s exclusive Atmosphere development platform, that greatly simplifies the task of creating a wireless connection between an embedded and mobile device.
Ultimate Ears Delivers World’s First Multi-Bluetooth Speaker Pairing of More Than Ten Speakers
Ultimate Ears is successfully expanding from custom in-ears and earphones also into portable speakers. At the 2015 International CES, UE introduced its latest product, the MegaBoom Bluetooth speaker, basically “enlarging” its succesfully Boom model. More importantly, UE enhanced the connectivity, allowing to connect more than 10 speakers together at once.
Conexant Systems Debuts new I2S audio Codec and AudioSmart Software Technologies
Conexant’s new I2S audio Codec and AudioSmart software offers noise cancellation and full-duplex acoustic echo cancellation for tablets, allowing better voice quality even in noisy environments. Conexant also introduced a Linux software solution for voice control and communication in smart home products and unveiled its new Smart Voice Pickup (SVP) technology for headsets, based on its proprietary SSP noise suppression algorithm.