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Tracktion Software Acquires Audio Hardware Manufacturer 2JW Designs
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Tracktion Software Acquires Audio Hardware Manufacturer 2JW Designs

Music recording software developer Tracktion Corporation has completed the acquisition of Seattle-based, audio hardware manufacturer, 2JW Design. The merger is seen as the next step toward Tracktion’s stated goal of creating a new hardware design group and launch a new line of boutique professional audio hardware.
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New Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM) Version 2 Software and Updated Network Adaptor
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New Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM) Version 2 Software and Updated Network Adaptor

Genelec has updated its GLM calibration solution for SAM studio monitors and subwoofers, including V2 software, and an updated Network Adaptor with microphone and volume control inputs. The solution offers automatic calibration of levels and distance-compensating delays, with the ability to store and recall settings for different listening positions.
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Warkwyn Completes Move to Minneapolis and Renews Klippel Agreement
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Warkwyn Completes Move to Minneapolis and Renews Klippel Agreement

Acoustic design and measurement firm Warkwyn, recently acquired by US OEM speaker manufacturer MISCO, announced that it has completed the relocation of all operations from Ontario, Canada to Minneapolis and is now fully operational. The company also announced that its role as North American sales and training agent for Klippel GmbH has been renewed.
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Libre Wireless Technologies Advances Wireless Audio and Embedded Wireless Solutions
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Libre Wireless Technologies Advances Wireless Audio and Embedded Wireless Solutions

At the Hong Kong Electronic Fair, Libre Wireless Technologies announced new Wi-Fi Audio Streaming Module Solutions incorporating Google Cast for Audio and the availability of the LibreSync Wi-Fi media streaming platform with advanced “Dynamic Direct Multinode Streaming” technology (DDMS).
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New HDBaseT Interoperability App Now Available
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New HDBaseT Interoperability App Now Available

The HDBaseT Alliance, the cross-industry group tasked with promoting and advancing HDBaseT technology, has launched the updated HDBaseT Interoperability App, featuring a complete list of all HDBaseT-certified products, organized by manufacturer and category. The app is available for download for free in both the AppStore and GooglePlay.
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New In-Wall In-Ceiling Speaker Line-up with Quick Installation System from Focal
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New In-Wall In-Ceiling Speaker Line-up with Quick Installation System from Focal

Focal North America announced new 300 Series of in-wall / in-ceiling speakers (ICW) with three models offering ease of installation and flexible design. All speakers are two way models and can be fitted as a stand-alone hi-fi system or in combination in a multi-speaker setup, including immersive audio installations as ceiling speakers.
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JBL Introduces New Architectural Speakers At CEDIA 2015
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JBL Introduces New Architectural Speakers At CEDIA 2015

JBL expanded its architectural home speaker lines for the custom home-audio installation market at the 2015 CEDIA Expo. The new JBL Studio 2 and Arena Series in-wall and in-ceiling speakers expand the existing models in the line with a completely new design and feature the same waveguide technology from JBL’s M2 Master Reference Monitor.
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Freescale Runs Thread and Bluetooth Smart from a Single Wireless MCU
by Joao Martins

Freescale Runs Thread and Bluetooth Smart from a Single Wireless MCU

Freescale Semiconductor introduced the new Kinetis KW41Z – the industry’s first multi-mode radio MCU to support concurrent operation of IEEE 802.15.4 Thread and Bluetooth Smart/BLE connectivity while hosting associated applications. With Bluetooth v4.2 support, the Kinetis KW41Z MCU helps transform simple devices into advanced connected systems.
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AES67-2015 Revision Confirms Stability of the Audio Network Interoperability Standard
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AES67-2015 Revision Confirms Stability of the Audio Network Interoperability Standard

A maintenance revision to AES67-2013 – the AES standard for high-performance streaming audio-over-IP interoperability – has been issued. The revision, called AES67-2015, clarifies some of the interoperability requirements, based on general implementation and “plugfest” experience.
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All About the 139th International Audio Engineering Society Convention in New York
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All About the 139th International Audio Engineering Society Convention in New York

Audio Engineering Society conventions in New York are always special. The 139th edition promises to be special and the best ever with record numbers of attendees, special events and presentations and certainly one of the best exhibitions in memory. audioXpress has a booth there. Come and see us …and here’s the full program.
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