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Theory Audio Design Introduces 4-Channel IP Amplified Distribution Loudspeaker Controller
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Theory Audio Design Introduces 4-Channel IP Amplified Distribution Loudspeaker Controller

Premium audio brand, Theory Audio Design, announced the DLC-250.4 distribution amplifier loudspeaker controller, a flexible and powerful half-rack amplifier/controller solution. Ideal for any residential or commercial installation where distributed audio is desired, each DLC-250.4 offers 4-channels of intelligent power, a full DSP matrix, and is TCP/IP controlled through a wired connection, or directly via its on-board Wi-Fi access point.
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PulseAudio Releases In-Wall Audio Distribution Amplifier
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PulseAudio Releases In-Wall Audio Distribution Amplifier

Vanco International, a leading manufacturer in AV distribution and electronic accessory products, announced the release of a new PulseAudio 6X6 in-wall amplifier and accessory kit for distributed audio systems. The PulseAudio brand allows integrators to create affordable, right-sized systems with easy installation and clean finishes. The new PA66MK2 distribution amplifier and accessory kit features PulseAudio’s hallmark flexibility and modular functionality.
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Microchip Enables Qi 1.3 Wireless Charging with Authentication
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Microchip Enables Qi 1.3 Wireless Charging with Authentication

In order to ensure high quality wireless charging power transmitters, the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has released the Qi 1.3 Wireless Charging specification with the extended power profile. This new specification created demand for high security silicon authentication devices for full-service support. In response, Microchip Technology announced the new industrial grade TrustFLEX ECC608 and the automotive grade Trust Anchor TA100 combined with Microchip secure key provisioning services for Qi 1.3 power transmitters.
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Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar and Control App Receives Major Software Update
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Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar and Control App Receives Major Software Update

The future of Sennheiser's AMBEO technology just received an important boost with the announcement of the all-new AMBEO|OS to provide AMBEO Soundbar users with an even more immersive 3D home audio experience. With AMBEO|OS, all AMBEO Soundbars will now support Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect. Additionally, Sennheiser has completely updated its Smart Control app with an intuitive and new user experience to give Soundbar and headphone users effortless sound control and personalization.
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Roon Announces New Partner Devices and Online Store
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Roon Announces New Partner Devices and Online Store

Roon, the innovative music management, discovery and streaming platform, has introduced its official online store, dedicated to showcasing the best audio products that work seamlessly with Roon. With over 40 new audio devices that have achieved Roon Ready or Roon Tested status in 2022, Roon provides the largest ecosystem for listening to high-resolution music on the widest range of high-performance audio equipment – from stylish wireless speakers to high-end AV receivers.
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Soundboks Announces Lightest Soundboks Go Bluetooth Speaker
by Joao Martins

Soundboks Announces Lightest Soundboks Go Bluetooth Speaker

Soundboks, the Danish company that is also one of the most unexpected startups to ever succeed in the audio lifestyle space, continues to grow and just announced its second design in seven years. Being the famous inventors of the gigantic Soundboks Bluetooth speaker that required a reinforced dedicated backpack to be called portable, Soundboks now announced the launch of the Soundboks Go Speaker. This lighter, battery—powered version is still a big speaker for the segment, and uses an efficient Infineon Merus two-channel Class D amplifier.
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Dear Reality Software Production Bundle for Spatialization and Binaural Rendering
by Joao Martins

Dear Reality Software Production Bundle for Spatialization and Binaural Rendering

Immersive audio specialist Dear Reality has been refocusing on production tools for spatial audio applications, including binaural rendering of those sources for regular headphones. To address growing requirements in that field, Dear Reality launched a plugin bundle to enhance any stereo production with a simplified mixing workflow and adding spatial audio. The bundle combines the dearVR MIX virtual mix room plugin with stereo music spatializer dearVR MUSIC.
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Stay on Top of Loudspeaker Industry Developments with Voice Coil April 2022
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Stay on Top of Loudspeaker Industry Developments with Voice Coil April 2022

Voice Coil April 2022 is now available and brings an interesting overview of the latest updates to Loudsoft's FINE Suspension Nonlinear FEA Spider and Surround Design software. Mike Klasco discusses Cables, Lead Wires, and Connector/Terminal Technology, and there's an updated directory of vendors and manufacturers in those product segments. Then, Vance Dickason characterizes the AMT 23CM1.1-C Air Motion Transformer from Mundorf, and the Beyma CD1ND 1" Polyimide Diaphragm Compression Driver and TD-194 compact horn.
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Røde Debuts Into Headphone Market with the NTH-100 Professional Over-Ear Headphones
by Joao Martins

Røde Debuts Into Headphone Market with the NTH-100 Professional Over-Ear Headphones

Røde has entered the headphone category with the NTH-100 professional over-ear headphones. The Australian company has invested a lot of time and R&D resources to enter this competitive market, and its first headphones are a refined attempt to hit the sweet spot in pro audio applications, particularly for home studio, podcasting or web streaming. A completely original design with very high quality details and superior comfort, the NTH-100 headphones are set to become a new industry favorite.
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Rotel Announces New C8 and C8+ Installation Amplifiers
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Rotel Announces New C8 and C8+ Installation Amplifiers

Rotel Electronics announced the C8 and C8+, the brand’s latest Class AB custom installation amplifiers, leveraging Rotel’s 60-years audio engineering heritage delivering 8 channels of high-performance multi-zone audio. The amplifiers are powered by an oversized, in-house manufactured toroidal transformer feeding an array of high current dedicated output devices comfortably driving even the most demanding loudspeakers in critical listening zones.
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