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KEF Delivers High-End Audio System for the New Lotus Eletre Hyper-SUV
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KEF Delivers High-End Audio System for the New Lotus Eletre Hyper-SUV

Working closely with Lotus, KEF has drawn on its expertise on acoustic engineering to create a truly spatial and scalable audio experience for the Lotus Eletre. The standard audio system on the new Lotus Eletre electric Hyper-SUV, called KEF Premium, features an 1380-watt 15-speaker system with Uni-Q drivers and surround sound technology. Customers can also upgrade to KEF Reference, a 2160-watt 23-speaker system with Uni-Q and 3D surround sound tech.
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Olive Union Returns With Brand New Olive Max Adaptive Hearing Enhancers
by Joao Martins

Olive Union Returns With Brand New Olive Max Adaptive Hearing Enhancers

After debuting its Olive Pro 2-in-1 FDA-Registered class II hearing aids in 2020, smart hearing company Olive Union returns with a second and more ambitious product. The new Olive Max take the concept of affordable hearing health a step further, exchanging the convenience of compact true wireless earbuds for a large, around-the-ear (wrap-around) form-factor that the Japan-based company believes will be able to deal even with severe hearing loss.
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Alcons Audio Announces First Installation-Specific Pro-Ribbon Line-Array
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Alcons Audio Announces First Installation-Specific Pro-Ribbon Line-Array

Alcons Audio announced its new LR18i pro-ribbon line-array for fixed installations as the answer for installers who seek the high quality of the LR18 for applications where mobility and quick set-up are of less relevance. This 3-way, “compact-mid-size” format line-source sound system, maintains very high SPL capabilities and throw. By implementing Alcons’ pro-ribbon technology for mid and high frequencies, the design offers a super-fast impulse response with up-to-90% less distortion, with perfect intelligibility and non-compressed identical tonal balance at any SPL.
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Klippel Updates dB-Lab and QC Software with Improved Features for R&D and Production
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Klippel Updates dB-Lab and QC Software with Improved Features for R&D and Production

Klippel has released a new software update for the Klippel Analyzer System with various new features for both R&D and QC applications. The most important updates include an improved Time Frequency Analysis (TFA) module, the official release for the QC 3D Spectrogram Limits (3DL) optional module for Quality Control (QC) testing, while adding Impedance (IMP) for T/S parameter testing and Motor + Suspension Check (MSC) tasks, among other features, to the QC Stand-alone software. The update is free of charge for all users running dB-Lab 212 or QC7.
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Devialet Introduces All-in-One Dolby Atmos Soundbar
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Devialet Introduces All-in-One Dolby Atmos Soundbar

Devialet announced a new product that explores all the technologies and engineering expertise from its previous cutting-edge designs, now applied to home cinema. The Devialet Dione soundbar is an all-in-one Dolby Atmos 5.1.2 home-entertainment system that is able to generate 101dB SPL at 1 meter, using 17 autonomous high-end drivers that fire from all sides, including 8 long-throw subwoofers. Its advanced sound processing generates a full immersive soundfield with elevation channels, adaptive sound levels and room compensation.
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Schiit Audio Introduces Tyr Differential Monoblock Power Amplifier
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Schiit Audio Introduces Tyr Differential Monoblock Power Amplifier

After multiple subtle hints and not-so-subtle teases, Schiit Audio confirmed availability of the Tyr differential monoblock power amplifier, the top of its amplifier line. Featuring a choke-input power supply, it brings "old-skool" techniques to a modern power amp that also includes unique topologies and intelligent oversight and protection. Delivering 200 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 350 watts per channel into 4 ohms, Tyr provides plenty of power for almost any speaker and sells for $1599 each. And as with all monoblocks, it takes two for stereo.
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AudioControl Acquired by Automotive Aftermarket Company AAMP Global
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AudioControl Acquired by Automotive Aftermarket Company AAMP Global

Florida-based AAMP Global, a designer and manufacturer of vehicle solutions, has acquired AudioControl, the audio amplifier manufacturer, known for its high-performance range of solutions for automotive, residential, and commercial applications. Based in Seattle, WA for over 45 years, AudioControl, now as part of AAMP Global, will continue to provide premium entertainment solutions to automotive aftermarket installers, professional audio/video specialists and home technology integrators.
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CODA Audio Opens Space Hub Immersive Demonstration Facilities
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CODA Audio Opens Space Hub Immersive Demonstration Facilities

Following the successful launch of its SPACE HUB Immersive Processor at the recent Tonmeistertagung exhibition in Düsseldorf, CODA Audio has announced the creation of new dedicated ‘Immersive Audio’ facilities at the company’s headquarters in Hannover. The demonstration rooms are essential to showcase CODA's linear–phase loudspeakers with the SPACE Immersive System Solution and these become one of the most important advantages in multichannel 3D audio configurations.
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GRAS Launches New Configurations for GRAS 45CC Headphone Test Fixture
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GRAS Launches New Configurations for GRAS 45CC Headphone Test Fixture

As the headphones market continues to grow, and more companies are working on frequency response correction and emulation for headphones, the requirements for reliable and calibrated test fixtures are also increasing. A recognized leader in the segment, GRAS Sound & Vibration has just launched new variations of its popular GRAS 45CC headphone test fixture, allowing for the incorporation of pinnae along with other new features.
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Bluesound Professional Announces B170S Networked Streaming Amplifier
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Bluesound Professional Announces B170S Networked Streaming Amplifier

Bluesound Professional continues to expand its concept of a modern music distribution ecosystem for commercial spaces and new announced a high-quality, low impedance and constant voltage amplifier with a BluOS-enabled music player. The B170S Networked Streaming Stereo Amplifier is a versatile amplified streamer that offers a complete stereo solution for commercial installations, including native integration of partner music services like SoundMachine, Custom Channels, SiriusXM for Business, Qsic, Tunify and others.
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