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Jabra Introduces Engage 55 Portable Professional Headset Designed for Call Security and Quality
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Jabra Introduces Engage 55 Portable Professional Headset Designed for Call Security and Quality

Jabra announced the launch of the Engage 55 headset at ISE 2022, engineered to enhance communications in hybrid working environments. The newest product in Jabra’s Engage series comes with the highest DECT security with military-grade 256-bit encryption, noise cancelling technology and superior conversation quality, thanks to its ability to filter out background noise and its premium open office microphone. Also distinct is its up to 150m/490ft connectivity range, 15x larger than the range of any Class 2 Bluetooth device.
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Merging Technologies Creates Scalable, High Performance AES67 Solution Based on Analog Devices SHARC SoCs
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Merging Technologies Creates Scalable, High Performance AES67 Solution Based on Analog Devices SHARC SoCs

Merging Technologies announced the availability of its AES67 embedded solution for the ADSP-SC5xx SHARC series of System on Chips (SoCs) from Analog Devices. Merging Technologies’ experience in the audio over IP (AoIP) field (Ravenna/AES67) and Analog Device's experience in unified communications and pro-audio applications, has led to a collaboration that broadens the range of AoIP solutions for manufacturers of electronics and ultimately integrators.
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The OCA Alliance Previews AES70-2022 Device Control Standard at ISE 2022
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The OCA Alliance Previews AES70-2022 Device Control Standard at ISE 2022

The OCA Alliance will offer a sneak peek of the latest version of the AES70 device control standard at ISE 2022. The AES70-2022 release, originally intended to be released in 2021, will be upwards-compatible from the current AES70-2018 and offers several significant enhancements for new and improved features along with several documentation upgrades for increased clarity, readability and precision.
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Integrated Systems Europe 2022 Finally Arrives in Barcelona
by Joao Martins

Integrated Systems Europe 2022 Finally Arrives in Barcelona

The world’s leading audiovisual and systems integration exhibition arrives in Barcelona May 10-13, 2022. Taking place at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Vía, Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) returns as an expanded showcase of technology and solutions for the professional systems integration channel. Following the postponement of the 2022 event from February to May, the trade-show will finally opens its doors with new conferences, more show floor features than ever, and first-time exhibitors in all technology sectors.
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IK Multimedia Releases iRig Pro Quattro I/O Professional Mobile Interface
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IK Multimedia Releases iRig Pro Quattro I/O Professional Mobile Interface

IK Multimedia released iRig Pro Quattro I/O, an extremely well designed 4-in/2-out field recording audio and MIDI interface for musicians and content creators. With 24-bit/96kHz A/D conversion and a MEMS mic onboard for instant recording, the new professional mobile interface from the Italian company is ready to deliver broadcast-quality results anywhere and anytime. A deluxe bundle is also available with custom iRig XY stereo mic capsules and complete accessories.
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Bluesound Announces HUB to Enable Multiroom Streaming from Any Source
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Bluesound Announces HUB to Enable Multiroom Streaming from Any Source

Bluesound, the manufacturer of high-resolution audio wireless multiroom products, expanded its already comprehensive range with the HUB, a network accessory that allows connecting a variety of analog and digital audio sources to the Bluesound ecosystem for multiroom streaming. This simple BluOS device easily adds any audio source and transmits music wirelessly to one or many Bluesound players around the home.
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Chord Electronics Announces Ultima Pre 3 Preamplifier
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Chord Electronics Announces Ultima Pre 3 Preamplifier

Chord Electronics has announced an all-new ground-up-design analog preamplifier, the Ultima Pre 3. The new design harnesses more than 30 years of the company's amplifier-building expertise and takes advantage of the very latest developments in advanced low-distortion, switched-mode power supplies. According to the British company, coupled with the company’s latest circuit design, the Ultima Pre 3 offers exceptionally low noise and new levels of performance.
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AudioControl Embraces GaN Performance for New 70-Volt Amplifier Series
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AudioControl Embraces GaN Performance for New 70-Volt Amplifier Series

AudioControl is determined to expand its nearly 5-decade long legacy of best-in-class audio solutions by introducing a groundbreaking audio amplifier platform leveraging GaN (Gallium Nitride) semiconductors from GaN Systems. AudioControl engineers say they have created a circuit that establishes a new bar for power and sound quality, now available in the CM Series 4-channel, 3-channel, and 2-channel 70-volt Dual-Mode amplifiers.
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Western Electric To Debut 777 rAMT Midrange Driver at High End Munich 2022
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Western Electric To Debut 777 rAMT Midrange Driver at High End Munich 2022

After successfully rebooting tube production in the US with the relaunch of the 300B, and introducing the stunning new 91E Integrated Amplifier, Western Electric has been busy in other areas. Charles Whitener, the entrepreneur and current president and CEO is determined to take Western Electric to a leading market position in home audio and is investing also in new speaker technologies. The first results will be visible at High End Munich 2022 with the presentation of the new 777 rAMT Midrange Driver.
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Home Audio Industry Reconvenes at 2022 High End Show in Munich
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Home Audio Industry Reconvenes at 2022 High End Show in Munich

The prestigious High End Munich show finally returns to the MOC exhibition center - and pretty much the whole city of Munich, as the consumer, hifi, and high-end audio companies return to in-person events. Promoted by the local High End Society and reputed as the best trade-show in the world for consumer high-quality audio products, the 2022 High End Show (May 19-22) is now expanded with the new International Parts & Supply (IPS) B2B segment and more valuable initiatives.
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