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Defunc Releases TRUE GO True Wireless Earpods with MultiTip Design
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Defunc Releases TRUE GO True Wireless Earpods with MultiTip Design

Swedish audio brand Defunc launched the TRUE GO earbuds (or "earpods" in the brand's terminology), designed and aimed to provide a true wireless experience to suit all activities with a more secure fit, better sound, improved comfort and more color options than other products of similar design. Defunc states that the TRUE GO design fits exactly what the consumer is looking for in a true wireless product, while adding a premium microphone at an extremely affordable price of 49.99 USD/Euros to make it accessible to all.
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Are You Serious About Audio Electronics? audioXpress November 2019 Is Now Available!
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Are You Serious About Audio Electronics? audioXpress November 2019 Is Now Available!

The November 2019 edition of audioXpress is now available with a wide range of technical topics in audio electronics and design. We review the Benchmark LA4 Line Amplifier and the new Hooke Verse Bluetooth Binaural Recording Headphones. Jan Didden proposes an updated version of his High-Voltage Delay for Tube Amplifiers, and Thomas Zarbo, Jr. explains how to build his Tenacious Bass-8 Powered Subwoofer. And, learn more about Data-Over-Sound, MU amplification topologies, and Auverdion’s Aurora open-source DSP platform. Now available!
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Special Hands-On, All Access Workshops Set for AES New York 2019
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Special Hands-On, All Access Workshops Set for AES New York 2019

The AES New York 2019 Pro Audio Convention has slated two hands-on training workshops on the final day of the Convention, October 19, the day after the exhibition closes. Attendees will have the opportunity to experiment with dedicated hardware and software tools during these limited-seating All Access workshops, covering the latest cutting-edge tools and technologies in immersive audio production and audio repair and restoration.
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QSC Adds Powerful KS118 Active Subwoofer to KS Series Family
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QSC Adds Powerful KS118 Active Subwoofer to KS Series Family

QSC announced a third and more powerful subwoofer model in its KS Series family. Succeeding the highly acclaimed KW181 model, QSC introduced the KS118 active subwoofer, a robust design combining legendary QSC amplification and versatile DSP features. Updated specifications make the KS118 the perfect choice for mobile entertainment, AV rental, event production, clubs and performance venues for which very high output and commanding low frequency performance is needed.
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Genelec Opens Berlin Experience Center
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Genelec Opens Berlin Experience Center

Genelec opened a Genelec Experience Centre in central Berlin - a brand new demonstration facility that provides visitors with a high quality critical listening environment from stereo to immersive, and allows Genelec to showcase its wide range of studio monitors and AV and Home Audio loudspeakers. The new Berlin location joins existing Experience Centre facilities in Europe and Asia.
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Microchip Introduces New Bluetooth 5.0-Qualified, Dual-Mode Audio IC and Certified Module with LDAC Codec Support
by Joao Martins

Microchip Introduces New Bluetooth 5.0-Qualified, Dual-Mode Audio IC and Certified Module with LDAC Codec Support

Microchip introduced the new BM83 SoC, a Bluetooth 5.0 certified dual-mode audio module that contains an on-board Bluetooth stack and audio profiles and supports 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution audio formats to enable high-fidelity wireless audio, including support for Sony’s high fidelity LDAC codec. The combined solution is intended for both new speaker and headphone designs, offering differentiated features.
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Yamaha VOCALOID:AI Faithfully Reproduces Singing of Legendary Japanese Vocalist Hibari Misora
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Yamaha VOCALOID:AI Faithfully Reproduces Singing of Legendary Japanese Vocalist Hibari Misora

Yamaha Corporation announced that it has succeeded in reproducing the singing of the late Hibari Misora, a legendary Japanese vocalist, using its own VOCALOID:AI singing synthesis technology in technical cooperation with an NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation) television program broadcast in Japan on September 29, serving as both the public debut and first real-world implementation of VOCALOID:AI - an extension of the company's original singing voice synthesis technology.
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beyerdynamic Launches Aesthetically Refined Amiron Wireless Copper Headphones
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beyerdynamic Launches Aesthetically Refined Amiron Wireless Copper Headphones

beyerdynamic announced the new Amiron Wireless Copper over-the-ear headphones, designed to be used with portable audio devices, but featuring exceptional sound quality and a sophisticated design. Expanding on the original Amiron model introduced in 2018, the Amiron Wireless Copper combines a soft Alcantara headband with an updated Bluetooth system with aptX HD and AAC support, creating what the company describes as "the ultimate headphone for music and design enthusiasts."
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Sonifex Introduces New Dante-Enabled Products at AES NY 2019
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Sonifex Introduces New Dante-Enabled Products at AES NY 2019

The adoption of Dante-enabled AoIP solutions has reached the status of de facto standard in both the commercial installation and broadcast application markets, and manufacturers are extending the number of Dante-enabled solutions to all domains. Sonifex is an example of a leading manufacturer with an early lead in the design of Dante solutions and, at the AES NY 2019 show, the British company will introduce its new Dante configurable commentary units with 2 or 4 channels, together with an extensive number of interface solutions.
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Waves Unveils New Audio Testing Labs in Taipei
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Waves Unveils New Audio Testing Labs in Taipei

Waves is opening a new state-of-the-art audio and voice testing labs at the company's Taipei location, establishing a commitment to support the growing market for voice-enabled connected devices. The new facilities include 4 ETSI testing labs and one custom designed anechoic chamber for precision acoustic measurements. The labs are designed for testing voice communication and automatic speech recognition technologies for smart speakers and other mobile devices.
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