ALL NEWS ITEMS
Shure Launches Next-Generation of Frequency Coordination for Audio Professionals With New Axient Digital Spectrum Manager
by audioXpress Staff

Shure Launches Next-Generation of Frequency Coordination for Audio Professionals With New Axient Digital Spectrum Manager

During the 153rd AES convention in New York, Shure unveiled the successor to its recognized AXT600 Axient Spectrum Manager, the new AD600 Axient Digital Spectrum Manager. The AD600 Axient Digital Spectrum Manager is a powerful, next-generation tool for planning and managing frequency coordination in the most demanding professional audio applications, including touring, broadcast, location sound, theater, and houses of worship.
Read more...
Funktion-One Launches Evo X Wide Dispersion Horn-Loaded Loudspeaker
by Alfred Moody

Funktion-One Launches Evo X Wide Dispersion Horn-Loaded Loudspeaker

Funktion-One has introduced what the company believes to be its most versatile loudspeaker to date. Evo X is a significant development of the full range, completely horn-loaded loudspeaker, featuring the latest Funktion-One waveguide technology to provide 90° horizontal dispersion and high SPL. An evolution of the decades-long research the company has conducted based on the work of Tony Andrews, the new Evo X features an advanced driver technology to achieve an even horizontal coverage suitable for live events and club dancefloors.
Read more...
Bluesound Now Shipping Pulse M Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming Speaker
by Joao Martins

Bluesound Now Shipping Pulse M Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming Speaker

Bluesound, the makers of hi-fidelity multiroom streamers and speakers announced the launch of the Pulse M speaker. It looks like a smart speaker, but the "smarts" are truly on the fact that it is a unique Omni-Hybrid driver design and wireless music streaming speaker with a contemporary aesthetic. It is now available to purchase across retailers and online and it adds a valuable expansion to the Bluesound and BluOS high resolution audio ecosystem.
Read more...
Realtek Announces New 5th Generation Ameba E Series Solutions
by Joao Martins

Realtek Announces New 5th Generation Ameba E Series Solutions

Redefining smart connectivity, Realtek launched its new 5th generation Ameba E series solutions that allow smart products to have the ability to perceive, interact, and determine actions to take. The new SoCs and modules support powerful edge computing, allowing home appliances to be converted into multifunctional smart systems, according to various time or scene settings. Apart from introducing a boost in computation and DSP, the new Ameba E series supports Bluetooth LE Audio, Wi-Fi 6 and Matter.
Read more...
Røde Launches Røde X Streaming and Gaming Division and Introduces Unify Virtual Mixing Solution
by audioXpress Staff

Røde Launches Røde X Streaming and Gaming Division and Introduces Unify Virtual Mixing Solution

After more than three years in development, Røde has announced the launch of its highly anticipated streaming and gaming division, Røde X. Building on Røde’s legacy as the world’s leading audio brand for content creators, Røde X is dedicated to developing high-performance audio solutions specifically for streamers and gamers. The launch marks the first time in its history that Røde has introduced a sub-brand to its iconic portfolio and is a significant step in the evolution of the company.
Read more...
WiSA Technologies Announces Program to License its Wireless Multichannel Audio Technology
by Joao Martins

WiSA Technologies Announces Program to License its Wireless Multichannel Audio Technology

WiSA Technologies announced a licensing program for its high-quality, multichannel wireless WiSA E software. Expanding from its original, hardware-based module approach, the new software licensing program is targeted towards HDTV platforms and speaker manufacturers. WiSA E is an interoperable audio software/IP solution designed for wireless sound technology on TV and Wi-Fi SoC platforms, enabling built-in transmission capabilities of high-quality multichannel audio streams.
Read more...
CUI Devices Offers New MEMS Microphones for Active Noise Canceling Applications
by audioXpress Staff

CUI Devices Offers New MEMS Microphones for Active Noise Canceling Applications

CUI Devices announced the addition of two MEMS microphone models purposely designed for active noise cancellation applications. With the industry increasingly requiring array configurations to enable processing of the audio signals captured by MEMS microphones in true wireless earbuds, headphones and headsets, the Audio Group of CUI Devices designed new models with high signal-to-noise ratios (SNR) and high acoustic overload points (AOP).
Read more...
Jabra Unveils Evolve2 Buds Professional ANC True Wireless Earbuds Engineered for Hybrid and Remote Working
by Joao Martins

Jabra Unveils Evolve2 Buds Professional ANC True Wireless Earbuds Engineered for Hybrid and Remote Working

Jabra launched the Jabra Evolve2 Buds, the newest product in Jabra's Evolve series. With lessons learned from the pandemic and remote work, the new Evolve2 Buds are truly designed as "earbuds for professionals" featuring Jabra MultiSensor Voice and Advanced Bluetooth multipoint connectivity. And once again, the solution was to bundle USB dongles to avoid Bluetooth unreliability, obtaining a longer range solution certified for virtual meeting applications including Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
Read more...
How to Overcome Technical Limitations in Automated Production of Loudspeakers and Headphones
by Special Content

How to Overcome Technical Limitations in Automated Production of Loudspeakers and Headphones

If manufacturers of audio systems want to remain the first point of contact as partners of the automotive industry, quality must be guaranteed in addition to improved performance in assembly. One hurdle: Loudspeaker components are mostly bonded together. Only a technology that can guarantee precise dispensing of adhesives at high cycle rates is therefore suitable for reliable scaling from manual to semi- or fully automatic speaker production.
Read more...
GaN Systems Extends Class D Audio Solutions With New Amplifier Modules and Boost Converters
by audioXpress Staff

GaN Systems Extends Class D Audio Solutions With New Amplifier Modules and Boost Converters

GaN Systems extended its lead in Class D GaN-powered audio with the release of two complete Class-D high-performance GaN FET amplifier boards and two complete audio boost converter solutions for marine, auto, and battery-powered vehicles. GaN Systems now provides a comprehensive solution of turnkey amplifier designs, power supplies, and boost converters — allowing audio systems designers across automotive, home, and professional markets to mix and match designs to maximize performance for specific applications.
Read more...