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New Organizational Structure for Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound Shows
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New Organizational Structure for Musikmesse and Prolight+Sound Shows

Following criticism from exhibitors, the press and visitors regarding mixed results in the 2016 editions of the Prolight+Sound and Musikmesse shows, Messe Frankfurt announced a new organizational structure for optimum interlinkage of the two shows. Michael Biwer, previously responsible for Prolight+Sound, is now responsible for key account management and the strategic planning of both events, which will return to a more coordinate model in 2017.
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Japanese Label UNAMAS Chooses MQA Format to Showcase Hi-Res Recordings
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Japanese Label UNAMAS Chooses MQA Format to Showcase Hi-Res Recordings

UNAMAS, the Japanese hi-res music label run by award-winning recording engineer, Mick Sawaguchi, has selected ten albums from their catalogue for encoding in MQA. The recordings, ranging from Schubert’s “Death and the Maiden” performed by the Unamas String Quintet, to Hiroshi Fukamizu’s “Everything for Drums”, will be available from July 15 on music download service, e-onkyo music, priced at ¥3.000 ($29 / £19) each.
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Schertler “Build Your Own Mixer” Concept Now Available
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Schertler “Build Your Own Mixer” Concept Now Available

Introduced at the 2016 Musikmesse show in Frankfurt, Schertler’s ARTHUR mixer created real excitement for the concept of a new self-configurable, modular audio mixer. Given the Swiss manufacturer’s reputation in instrument amplification and its recent expansion into the pro audio market with 500 series modules, the release of the ARTHUR (Format48) modular mixer promises to be an interesting initiative.
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audioXpress Acoustics in Focus August 2016 Edition Now Available!
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audioXpress Acoustics in Focus August 2016 Edition Now Available!

As stated in this month’s editorial, “Acoustics are part of this magazine’s mission.” This month, apart from our regular Sound Control column, audioXpress features a complete Acoustical Solutions product round-up; an introduction to Artnovion, a new company in the acoustic treatment segment; addresses how to eliminate room reflections in woofer measurements; and discusses bass trap myths. audioXpress August 2016 also includes the High End 2016 show report and much more. Download your copy now!
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Improved Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless Now Available in White
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Improved Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless Now Available in White

Nearly a year on since British audio brand Bowers & Wilkins launched the new and improved Zeppelin Wireless speaker, it introduces the Zeppelin Wireless in white, offering a lighter complementary color to the original black speaker. Created to appeal to those who prefer a more neutral color tone, the instantly recognizable design renews the brand’s lifestyle catalogue with a portable speaker of exceptional sound quality for its size.
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Electronic Media and Entertainment at IBC 2016
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Electronic Media and Entertainment at IBC 2016

The most international Electronic Media and Entertainment Event continues to get bigger and better every year and IBC 2016 is expected to once again attract large numbers of visitors and exhibitors. The IBC Exhibition covers fifteen halls across the RAI and hosts over 1,700 exhibitors spanning the creation, management and delivery of electronic and media entertainment. For those interested in learning about the latest trends in audio streaming and digital radio, including multichannel and binaural distribution, the Amsterdam is indeed a valuable opportunity.
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IFA 2016 Berlin - The International Funkausstellung
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IFA 2016 Berlin - The International Funkausstellung

Much like CES in Las Vegas is one of those events in the industry calendar that no company involved in the Consumer Electronics segment can afford to miss, every year The International Funkausstellung (IFA) in Berlin is a unique event allowing a broader overview of the market and a clear international flavor, expanding every year. IFA 2016 will take place September 2 - 7 at the Berlin Exhibition Grounds (Expo Center City).
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DontCrack Launches Stereo Pack Elements with NUGEN Audio
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DontCrack Launches Stereo Pack Elements with NUGEN Audio

NUGEN Audio, developers of audio software tools for Mastering and Broadcast markets have teamed up with their distribution partner, DontCrack to launch an exclusive offer for Stereo Pack Elements. Stereo Pack Elements is a bundle of three products, Stereoplacer Elements, Monofilter Elements, and Stereoizer Elements that are derived from the highly respected Stereoplacer, Monofilter, and Stereoizer plug-ins. Stereo Pack Elements satisfies a demand from the audio community for the same high quality products with a simplified interface, toolset and lower price point.
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CyberData Corporation Releases Next Generation of SIP-enabled IP Speakers
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CyberData Corporation Releases Next Generation of SIP-enabled IP Speakers

While many audio companies are still dreaming about building IP speakers and other are still trying to understand audio-over-IP, some companies are already building a successful business model out of IP technology and power-over-Ethernet (PoE) installation speakers. OEM design and manufacturing firm CyberData Corporation announced the release of the latest generation of their line of SIP and Singlewire InformaCast enabled Speakers.
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B&C Speakers Introduces New MBX Woofer Series
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B&C Speakers Introduces New MBX Woofer Series

B&C Speakers has just introduced its new MBX series of mid-bass woofers, available in 6-inch, 8-inch, and 10-inch frame sizes. Designed as a solution for two way systems and multi-driver applications, according to the Italian manufacturer, the new MBX woofers offer a balance between low and mid frequency reproduction, with high sensitivity for reduced amplifier current requirements. All woofers feature a neodymium ring magnet, copper-clad aluminum voice coil wire, ventilated voice coil gap, and an aluminum demodulation ring.
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