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Nordic Semiconductor Showcases Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast Development Solutions
by Joao Martins

Nordic Semiconductor Showcases Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast Development Solutions

Nordic Semiconductor has used the latest trade shows globally to showcase its latest low power wireless solutions, and introduced a series of new development solutions targeting Bluetooth LE Audio. At the Embedded World Exhibition that took place in Nuremberg, Germany, Nordic offered demonstrations of its new nRF5340 Audio Development Kit (DK), a design platform for rapid development of LE Audio products, and the Nordic Thingy:53 a rapid prototyping solution, both based on Nordic’s nRF5340 SoC.
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Fender Announces All-New Lifestyle Range of Fender Audio Products
by audioXpress Staff

Fender Announces All-New Lifestyle Range of Fender Audio Products

Reviving the original strategy that motivated the acquisition of in-ear monitor manufacturer Aurisonics and taking lessons from the very successful playbook of Swedish design house Zound Industries with guitar amplifier brand Marshall, Fender announces an all-new range of consumer Fender Audio products. From true wireless earbuds designed like musicians IEM's, all the way to portable Bluetooth speakers that look like miniature Fender guitar amps.
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STMicroelectronics Updates NanoEdge AI Studio to Support On-Device Learning and Inferencing in Recently Announced AI-Native MEMS Sensors
by audioXpress Staff

STMicroelectronics Updates NanoEdge AI Studio to Support On-Device Learning and Inferencing in Recently Announced AI-Native MEMS Sensors

STMicroelectronics has expanded its NanoEdge AI Studio machine-learning design software with support for smart sensors that contain ST’s embedded Intelligent Sensor Processing Unit (ISPU). The new release extends the market-unique tool’s capability to enable on-device learning of AI models for anomaly detection inside intelligent sensors.
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DPA Designs Dedicated Professional Kick Drum Microphone
by audioXpress Staff

DPA Designs Dedicated Professional Kick Drum Microphone

DPA Microphones has unveiled a completely new microphone design, the 4055 Kick Drum Microphone. This is a specialized kick drum microphone, purposely designed for the low-frequency, high-SPL challenges inherent to the instrument, which is today a vital part of modern music. Unlike other existing kick drum microphones which focus on retrieving a limited bandwidth signal, DPA says its design captures the true sound of the drum from inside and out.
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KEF Launches Updated LSX II Wireless HiFi System
by audioXpress Staff

KEF Launches Updated LSX II Wireless HiFi System

KEF has officially launched the updated LSX II wireless speakers, available in 5 finishes. Much more than a simple upgrade from the original launched in 2018, the new LSX II combines the all-encompassing W2 wireless platform from the latest LS50 Wireless II and LS60 Wireless speakers, in a smaller and much more affordable version. Connectivity options are further enhanced by the addition of both HDMI and USB-C, making this an ideal companion for both TV and desktop computer systems.
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V-MODA Introduces S-80 Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones and Personal Speaker System
by audioXpress Staff

V-MODA Introduces S-80 Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones and Personal Speaker System

V-MODA the lifestyle headphone company that is now part of Roland, announced the S-80, an all-new Bluetooth model, that also features a unique two-way design for use as a personal speaker system around-the-neck. The all-wireless new on-ear headphones design was engineered to function as a fashion accessory that users will not only use around-the-neck when not listening, but actually for being used as a speaker neckband - or can we call it neckphones?
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Supply Chain and Sourcing Outside of China - Manufacturing in The Philippines
by Audio Engineering_Society

Supply Chain and Sourcing Outside of China - Manufacturing in The Philippines

The Audio Product Education Institute (APEI), an initiative of the Audio Engineering Society (AES) is promoter another supply chain and sourcing session to discuss manufacturing alternatives outside of China. This new online session is focused on one of the biggest audio manufacturing secrets in Asia - and for decades, the secret recipe for many of the leading brands from Japan, the US and Europe - the Philippines.
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IK Multimedia Promotes iLoud MTM Immersive Speaker Bundle for Dolby Atmos Configurations
by audioXpress Staff

IK Multimedia Promotes iLoud MTM Immersive Speaker Bundle for Dolby Atmos Configurations

Setting up an immersive monitor system in a home studio is now not only possible but also more affordable and reliable. IK Multimedia announce enhanced support for immersive audio, including Dolby Atmos systems based on a multi-unit bundle of its iLoud MTM active monitors, which offer versatile mounting options and a symmetric design. The bundle includes 11 speakers, a measurement microphone, ARC calibration software, and setup guide for easier installation.
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Rotel 60Th Anniversary Celebrated With New Diamond Series Models
by Joao Martins

Rotel 60Th Anniversary Celebrated With New Diamond Series Models

Rotel Electronics announced the new RA-6000 Integrated Amplifier and DT-6000 DAC Transport audio components to celebrate 60 years as a Japanese family owned and operated audio business. The “Diamond Series” models earn their distinction from the brand’s 60-year legacy of unwavering commitment to quality and passion for audio performance, having been established in 1961 in Tokyo, Japan by founder Mr. Tomoki Tachikawa.
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Texas Instruments Announces Affordable CC2340 Bluetooth LE Wireless MCUs
by audioXpress Staff

Texas Instruments Announces Affordable CC2340 Bluetooth LE Wireless MCUs

Texas Instruments expanded its connectivity portfolio with a new family of wireless microcontrollers (MCU) that enable high-quality Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) at half the price of typical competing devices. Featuring best-in-class standby current and radio-frequency (RF) performance, the SimpleLink Bluetooth LE CC2340 family is priced to start as low as $0.79, making it affordable for engineers to add Bluetooth LE connectivity to more products.
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