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InfoComm Releases New Standard to Harmonize Cable Labeling Practices
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InfoComm Releases New Standard to Harmonize Cable Labeling Practices

InfoComm International announced the publication of a new audiovisual standard, Cable Labeling for Audiovisual Systems (CLAS). The new standard defines requirements for labeling cables used in installed AV systems and provides guidance for the easy identification of all power and signal paths in a completed system. Proper cable labeling aids in the operation, support, maintenance and troubleshooting of AV systems.
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Open Control Architecture is Standardized as AES70
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Open Control Architecture is Standardized as AES70

OCA Alliance confirmed that Open Control Architecture (OCA) – an open control and monitoring standard for professional audio and AV media network devices – has been officially standardized on 4 January 2016 by the Audio Engineering Society Standards Committee (AESSC) in the newly published AES70-2015 standard for audio applications of networks - Open Control Architecture.
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Apogee Introduces Symphony I/O Mk II Audio Interface for Thunderbolt, Pro Tools HD and SoundGrid platforms
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Apogee Introduces Symphony I/O Mk II Audio Interface for Thunderbolt, Pro Tools HD and SoundGrid platforms

One of the main highlights at the 2016 NAMM Show in Anaheim, Apogee introduced its new Symphony I/O Mk II. This multi-channel flagship audio interface features the best AD/DA conversion, up to 32 inputs and outputs, and optional world-class microphone preamps. The new Symphony I/O Mk II also offers the choice of direct connectivity to Thunderbolt, Pro Tools HD or Waves SoundGrid network.
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Orange Amplification New ‘O’ Edition Headphones Announced at NAMM 2016
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Orange Amplification New ‘O’ Edition Headphones Announced at NAMM 2016

Orange Amplification announced the introduction of their new “O” Edition headphones at Winter NAMM 2016. This is a first for the famous guitar amplification company, revitalized in the last decade. Simple, robust and lightweight, the “O” headphones were designed to appeal to musicians and the brand’s loyal fans, while fulfilling the appetite from music retailers to expand a much needed product segment.
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Mackie Unveils AXIS Modular Digital Mixing System
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Mackie Unveils AXIS Modular Digital Mixing System

Mackie was one of the first manufacturers to actually have success with iPad controlled digital audio mixers (DL1608 and DL806) and the subsequent rack-mount networked-controlled wireless mixing concept (DL32R). Now Mackie unveiled a bold new solution at NAMM 2016 with the AXIS modular digital mixing system, combining the DL32R, iPads, and the all-new DC16 control surface. A combination greater than the sum of parts.
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Sennheiser HD 25 – The Classic Pro Headphone Range Streamlined
by Shannon Becker

Sennheiser HD 25 – The Classic Pro Headphone Range Streamlined

Sennheiser has streamlined its classic HD 25 pro headphones portfolio to make product selection easier. From March 2016, there will be one classic HD 25 with two sister models – the HD 25 LIGHT, with has slightly different features and accessories, and the HD 25 PLUS, which adds additional accessories to further enhance the classic. Exact version identification and impedance information is now provided on the headband.
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DiGiGrid Releases new Desktop Series at NAMM 2016
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DiGiGrid Releases new Desktop Series at NAMM 2016

Introduced by Waves and DiGiCo as an initiative to accelerate the networked audio concept to live sound and live recording markets, DiGiGrid is now becoming a separate entity with a whole new range of products also addressing the studio and musician markets. The new DiGiGrid Desktop range introduced at NAMM 2016 opens that market.
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Gene Joly Named Vice President of QSC Professional Division
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Gene Joly Named Vice President of QSC Professional Division

QSC announced that Gene Joly has been named Vice President of QSC Professional Division which offers live performance solutions including mixers, power amplifiers, and loudspeakers for musicians, bands, DJs, mobile entertainers, clubs and live music venues as well as for A/V rental and production.
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Aumeo Audio Introduces Audio Personalization Solution at CES 2016
by Joao Martins

Aumeo Audio Introduces Audio Personalization Solution at CES 2016

Aumeo Audio announced the debut of the world’s first tailored audio device, Aumeo, at CES2016. This groundbreaking audio product takes audio personalization to a whole new level by customizing sound to a user’s hearing sensitivity. With Aumeo, users can enjoy audio experiences like never before for music, film and even voice calls.
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New AudioSmart Solution from Conexant Enhances Listening Experience from Built-In TV Speakers
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New AudioSmart Solution from Conexant Enhances Listening Experience from Built-In TV Speakers

Conexant’s new RoomAware Optimizer processing solution, part of the Conexant AudioSmart product family, has been adopted by LG Electronics for its 2016 lineup of OLED and UHD TVs. LG calls the feature ‘Magic Sound Tuning’ and allows users to automatically adapt speaker output to the room’s acoustics and the location of the TV in the room.
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