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Ross Video Unveils Newt UHD-over-IP to HDMI-2.0 Converter
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Ross Video Unveils Newt UHD-over-IP to HDMI-2.0 Converter

At NAB New York, Ross Video unveiled Newt, a revolutionary new species of AIMS-compliant point-of-use IP signal converters, and the world's first UHD-over-IP to HDMI-2.0 converter. The solution reinforces Ross’ commitment to IP with future-proof investments with a solution that easily adapts to rapidly changing environments. Newt supports open control protocols such as NMOS IS-04 and IS-05, EmBER+/RAVENNA, Dante/SAP, and DashBoard, responding to evolving IP media infrastructures.
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Yamaha Smart YVC-1000MS Speakerphone is Now Shipping
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Yamaha Smart YVC-1000MS Speakerphone is Now Shipping

Yamaha UC, a dedicated department combining the expertise of Yamaha and Revolabs, is now shipping the Yamaha YVC-1000MS, a USB speakerphone and Yamaha’s first product certified for Skype for Business. It is engineered with Yamaha’s audio technology and expertise to enhance the user experience in large meeting rooms. Available worldwide, the microphone and speaker system provides natural, clear audio that defines the platform’s meeting experience.
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Steinberg Shows the Way to Great Audio Software with WaveLab 9.5 Update
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Steinberg Shows the Way to Great Audio Software with WaveLab 9.5 Update

This is the way things are supposed to be with great audio software. Once again, Steinberg surprises with newly released iterations of its WaveLab Pro 9.5 and WaveLab Elements 9.5 audio editing and mastering workstations. The new half point updates combine an endless number of advanced tools, now featuring a new spectrogram customizable view, Wavelet display, Spectrum Editor, a suite of improved plug-ins, Apple Touch Bar support and higher dpi screen support, among many, many improvements.
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Propellerhead Announces Reason 10 Music Production Software
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Propellerhead Announces Reason 10 Music Production Software

Musicians rejoice. Propellerhead Software announced that Reason 10 is now available via the Propellerhead website and authorized resellers worldwide. The new version of this popular music production software is launched just five months since the previous release (9.5). Reason’s biggest content update of all time features two groundbreaking new synthesizers and three new instrument collections.
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Celebrate Another Growth Year with Voice Coil November 2017
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Celebrate Another Growth Year with Voice Coil November 2017

As Voice Coil celebrates its 31st anniversary, our November 2017 edition reflects on its heritage and jumps directly to the future of speaker design with an exciting Test Bench of two full-range drivers from the Peerless by Tymphany PLS Line - precisely the ones that are now powering some of the so-called smart speakers. This edition also features a complete directory of Measurement Microphone vendors.
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Futuresource New Headphones Market Report Confirms Global Headphone Sales Accelerated by Wireless & Smart Features
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Futuresource New Headphones Market Report Confirms Global Headphone Sales Accelerated by Wireless & Smart Features

The overall market for headphones is mature in terms of units, but there are pockets of significant growth. Demand for wireless headphones continues to energize the global market driving up sales, increasing prices and fueling innovation of smart features. Sales of wireless headphones have accelerated rapidly this year and are on track to reach $9.5 billion, up 83% on 2016. These are some of the finds detailed by Futuresource Consulting in its latest Headphones Market Report: Worldwide Outlook.
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Shure Launches Bluetooth Accessory Cable for all SE Earphones
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Shure Launches Bluetooth Accessory Cable for all SE Earphones

Shure announced the addition of new Wireless Earphone solutions to its popular SE Sound Isolating Earphone line, including Wireless SE112 and SE215 Models, and a discrete Bluetooth Accessory Cable developed for owners of current Shure SE Earphones who want to convert to Bluetooth 4.1. The new SE Wireless solutions were designed for users who want simple and affordable wireless connectivity with mobile devices. No AAC or aptX support.
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Phorus PS10 is First DTS Play-Fi Speaker to Launch With Amazon Alexa Voice Service
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Phorus PS10 is First DTS Play-Fi Speaker to Launch With Amazon Alexa Voice Service

DTS announced the availability of the Phorus PS10, the first DTS Play-Fi enabled wireless speaker with Amazon Alexa Voice Service. The Phorus PS10’s built-in far-field microphone array allows users to access information, play music, and control other home automation devices via the Amazon Alexa Voice Service. The PS10 features three microphones for superior far-field voice recognition, one-touch music presets, high-res music compatibility, and DTS Play-Fi multi-room streaming.
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B&C Speakers Formalizes Offer to Acquire Eighteen Sound
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B&C Speakers Formalizes Offer to Acquire Eighteen Sound

B&C Speakers formalized a binding offer for the acquisition of 100% of share capital of Eighteen Sound from Landi Renzo Group. The announcement confirms an operation anticipated by the Landi Renzo Group of focusing on its core automotive business, divesting from non-strategic assets and "return to profitability" in 2018. For B&C Speakers this represents a formidable expansion of its business to new loudspeaker market segments.
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808 Audio Launches Alexa Voice Service Speaker with Multi-Room Capabilities
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808 Audio Launches Alexa Voice Service Speaker with Multi-Room Capabilities

808 Audio, a Voxx International brand, announced availability of its new XL-V speaker featuring Alexa capabilities. Signaling that smart speakers don't necessarily need to come from the voice assistant own brands, such as Amazon, 808 Audio's new XL-V speaker is in fact quite similar to the original Amazon Echo, with a different speaker design and driver arrangement, in a metal packaging that the company says delivers improved quality audio.
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