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JBL Professional Debuts Cinema Expansion Series Line for Small- to Midsize Theaters
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JBL Professional Debuts Cinema Expansion Series Line for Small- to Midsize Theaters

News from Northridge, confirm that JBL Professional is back to products with the debut of its Cinema Expansion Series sound systems for small to medium-size commercial theaters. The line, which includes JBL 3153 and 4253 3-way screen-channel loudspeakers, 3181F and 4281F subwoofers and 8102 surrounds, is said to deliver the highest SPLs in its class and be able to cover rooms up to 85 feet (26 m) deep and up to 40 feet (12 m) wide. The company also debuted the 2-channel, 1,300-watt Crown XLC 21300 amplifier, which supports Cinema Series speakers in a range of system configurations.
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IK Multimedia Releases Complete ARC System 3 Bundle With MEMS Measurement Microphone for 3D Acoustic Correction
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IK Multimedia Releases Complete ARC System 3 Bundle With MEMS Measurement Microphone for 3D Acoustic Correction

Following the announcement of the ARC 3 System, the 3rd generation of the acoustic correction software that now offers a 3D room analysis algorithm, easier setup and superior results, plus compatibility with more measurement microphones, IK Multimedia confirmed the solution is now available as a complete bundle including a MEMS measurement mic (in addition to a software-only version). The complete pack combines room analysis software, an ultra-accurate measurement microphone and a correction plug-in, all in a simple-to-use package with a step-by-step process.
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True Wireless Stereo Earbuds Category to Expand with Technological Developments
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True Wireless Stereo Earbuds Category to Expand with Technological Developments

True wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds account for almost half of all headphones sold, according to the latest market analysis from SAR Insight & Consulting, who says this figure will rise to more than 75% in 2025. Data collected for ‘True Wireless Stereo (TWS) Earbuds, 2020 Update—Market Growth, Market Shares, Technologies Used’, show that while a range of technologies has driven the market to date, there is every sign that this will continue with further technological developments.
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AES Virtual Vienna Convention to Connect Students and Educators Worldwide in Four-Day Online Event
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AES Virtual Vienna Convention to Connect Students and Educators Worldwide in Four-Day Online Event

While the world is taking on day-to-day activities in new ways and working with new circumstances, the Audio Engineering Society is bringing “A World of Audio” to virtual attendees, this June 2 – 5, with the AES Virtual Vienna Convention. AES Virtual Vienna Convention activities will include student recording and design competitions, an Education and Career Fair, Student Delegate Assembly events and more for just $25 for AES Student Members.
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Atlantic Technology Declares Wireless Subwoofer Freedom with New FS-Series
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Atlantic Technology Declares Wireless Subwoofer Freedom with New FS-Series

On track to roll out 30 new products in the year following CEDIA 2019, Atlantic Technology is now shipping the FS Series wireless powered subwoofers, two new slim compact subwoofers that affordably deliver satisfying bass to any TV, soundbar or audio system. The new FS-Series 6.5-inch and 8-inch powered subwoofers offer universal connectivity - wired and wireless - and its design offers more placement freedom, giving users and integrators more options.
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Microsoft Introduces Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds
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Microsoft Introduces Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds

In a surprise announcement, Microsoft anticipated the launch of four new Surface hardware products, including a new version of the Surface Headphones - the over-ear design with ANC, unveiled in 2018 and very discretely launched in 2019 - and the launch of the promised true wireless Surface Earbuds. Obviously, the new Surface Headphones 2 and the Surface Earbuds are intended to "complete Microsoft's Surface experience, helping users to find focus wherever they are and stay connected."
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Super Hi-Fi Patented AI-Powered Audio Stitching Technology Generates 1 Billion Music Transitions Per Month
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Super Hi-Fi Patented AI-Powered Audio Stitching Technology Generates 1 Billion Music Transitions Per Month

Super Hi-Fi, a start-up company from Los Angeles, CA, announced that it’s now creating more than 1 billion transitions every month for digital streaming music services, driven by iHeart, Peloton, and the recently launched Sonos Radio. That's 1 billion times its AI technology has created unique, perfect segues from a wide range of audio elements, proving the effectiveness of the company's approach to enriching the dead space between songs or segments.
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Sennheiser HD 280 PRO Headphones Anniversary Offer - for Critical Monitoring Applications
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Sennheiser HD 280 PRO Headphones Anniversary Offer - for Critical Monitoring Applications

For those users looking for a pair of monitoring headphones that combine a robust, modular design with accurate, detailed sound reproduction and good isolation, there is a new Sennheiser Anniversary Deal for May. As part of Sennheiser’s 75th anniversary offers, the company is offering the closed, circumaural HD 280 PRO headphones for $79.95 USD (MRSP) instead of $99.95. (EUR79 instead of EUR99).
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Automotive Audio and Cutting-Edge Audio Technologies in audioXpress June 2020
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Automotive Audio and Cutting-Edge Audio Technologies in audioXpress June 2020

audioXpress June 2020 is now available, and for the first time in the publication's history, we have explored the fascinating world of automotive audio technology, and the relevant trends and opportunities. Elia Shenberger (CEVA) writes about Our Future Car and Birgit Bartel-Kurz (Fraunhofer IIS) discusses how to offer surround sound in cars. And Oliver Masciarotte reviews the Sennheiser AMBEO Immersive Soundbar, while Erica Yorga (Nureva) details a Real-Time Calibration Method for Acoustic Echo Cancellation. And there's so much more in this edition. Download or view your issue online now.
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Vanderveen-Trans-SE10 All-Valve Amplifier Kit Now Available!
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Vanderveen-Trans-SE10 All-Valve Amplifier Kit Now Available!

High-end audio adepts do not only like music. Many of them also like to construct their own tube amplifier. For those, Menno van der Veen (electronic design) and Guido Tent (mechanical design and realization) created their newest Valve Amplifier kit: the Vanderveen-Trans-SE10. All parts of the case, the components and the transformers are of the highest quality. The DIYer only has to combine all these fine components into a great amplifier.
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