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OPPO Introduces HA-2SE Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC
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OPPO Introduces HA-2SE Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC

OPPO Digital introduced an updated version of its HA-2 portable headphone amplifier and DAC, the HA-2SE. The digital-to-analog converter (DAC) chip was upgraded to the ES9028Q2M, the top-of-the-line from ESS Technology’s SABRE32 Reference series for portable designs. The headphone amplifier is now also further optimized for very sensitive In-Ear Monitors, with a lower noise floor and higher signal-to-noise ratio over the HA-2.
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Solid State Logic Launches Nucleus2 featuring Dante at AES 2016
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Solid State Logic Launches Nucleus2 featuring Dante at AES 2016

At the 141st AES convention in Los Angeles, Solid State Logic is showing for the first time the Nucleus2, a new version of its successful professional DAW controller, audio interface and studio monitoring hub. With this new version, apart from a new cool white look, SSL updates the popular controller with some key features requested by users, and reaffirms the company’s commitment to AoIP, with the introduction of Dante network connectivity.
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USB-IF Announces USB Audio Device Class 3.0 Specification for Digital Audio Applications
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USB-IF Announces USB Audio Device Class 3.0 Specification for Digital Audio Applications

USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), the support organization for the advancement and adoption of USB technology, finally announced the USB Audio Device Class 3.0 specification to establish USB Audio over USB Type-C as the primary solution for all digital audio applications, including headsets, mobile devices, docking stations, gaming set-ups and VR solutions.
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Logitech Introduces Desktop Speaker System with Bluetooth Streaming
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Logitech Introduces Desktop Speaker System with Bluetooth Streaming

The new Logitech Z337 Bold Sound is a nice example of how the industry is reviving existing product categories, like multimedia desktop speakers, by combining decent audio with Bluetooth audio streaming, allowing users to find a versatile all-in-one solution for all their entertainment needs. The affordable Z337 Bold Sound allows users to enjoy a movie, listen to music or play games, wired or wirelessly.
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Microchip Introduces Industry’s Smallest Package and Lowest Power MEMS Oscillators in DSC6000 Family
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Microchip Introduces Industry’s Smallest Package and Lowest Power MEMS Oscillators in DSC6000 Family

The new DSC6000 family of Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) oscillators from Microchip provides semiconductor-grade reliability and frequency stability over a wide temperature range. Clock reference applications include wearables, IoT and under-bonnet automotive products, allowing less than half the current consumption of the lowest-power quartz-based oscillators. The new devices are able to withstand x500 more shock and x5 more vibration than a quartz oscillator.
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SilentSwitcher Mains-Free Low-Noise Power Supply Launches on Kickstarter
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SilentSwitcher Mains-Free Low-Noise Power Supply Launches on Kickstarter

Here’s something close to our hearts. This project from our own technical editor and renowned publisher of the famous Linear Audio bookzine collection, Jan Didden, is now campaigning on Kickstarter. With audio projects steadily getting smaller, the SilentSwitcher is an ideal low-noise +/-15V & 5V power supply board for mixed analog/digital projects with no audible noise, no mains hum, no RFI and minimal heat.
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Voice Coil October 2016 Now Available in Print and Online
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Voice Coil October 2016 Now Available in Print and Online

Another edition of great interest to the loudspeaker engineering community, the October 2016 issue of Voice Coil highlights forthcoming speaker industry events and features an update on Integrated Amplifier/Signal Processing Speaker Vendors, including an indispensable Directory update. In this month’s Acoustic Patents, we look at two recent and promising - or simply intriguing - inventions, while Vance Dickason returns to Wavecor’s subwoofer range in this month’s Test Bench, which positively impressed him in past reviews. Now available.
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Tessera to Acquire DTS, Inc
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Tessera to Acquire DTS, Inc

Imaging and semiconductor technologies company Tessera Technologies, announced the intention to acquire DTS, Inc, effectively resulting in the merger of the two companies. The surprising announcement states that the established audio solutions provider has entered into a definitive agreement under which Tessera will acquire DTS for $42.50 per share. The all-cash transaction is valued at approximately $850 million.
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141st AES International Convention in Los Angeles is Largest Audio Industry Event of the Year
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141st AES International Convention in Los Angeles is Largest Audio Industry Event of the Year

Its time to look at the complete schedule of sessions, events and tours available for the 141st Audio Engineering Society Convention in Los Angeles. The largest audio conference of the year is truly a challenge for any visitor. Plus, with this year’s new timetable and exhibits starting on day one of the convention, a perfect schedule is essential. Everything takes place Thursday, September 29 through Sunday, October 2, 2016 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
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Bluetooth SIG Introduces Updated Line of Developer Toolkits
by Cristina Costa

Bluetooth SIG Introduces Updated Line of Developer Toolkits

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) released several updates to its developer toolkit line-up, introducing news tools for Bluetooth beacons, home automation, and wearables. The latest Bluetooth toolkits empower developers to build faster and smarter when creating things like mobile apps and low-cost beacons, as well as gateways that control IoT sensors, with security and interoperability in mind.
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