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Amplifier Series: Powersoft OEM Power Amplifier Modules
by Ward Maas

Amplifier Series: Powersoft OEM Power Amplifier Modules

In this article in the Amplifier Series, where audioXpress explores the history, technological developments, and new generation products from some of the most innovative amplifier platform companies serving all segments of the audio industry, Ward Maas writes about Italian company Powersoft, focusing specifically on the brand’s OEM amplifier modules. This article was originally published in audioxpress, July 2019.
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Focus on Acoustics, Speakers, and More in audioXpress August 2019!
by audioXpress Staff

Focus on Acoustics, Speakers, and More in audioXpress August 2019!

The August 2019 edition of audioXpress features the latest Acoustical Solutions product round-up, and several contributed articles on acoustic-related topics, including, evaluating auditorium acoustics, measuring unwanted vibrations, and frequency timing. This edition also includes Stuart Yaniger's review of the Kali Audio LP-6 Powered Studio Monitors, Ken Bird's assembly-review of the Swans Speakers DIY Kits, and Oliver A. Masciarotte's report from AXPONA 2019. Now available for download and in print!
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Fresh From the Bench: 1MORE Triple Driver Over Ear Headphones
by Stuart Yaniger

Fresh From the Bench: 1MORE Triple Driver Over Ear Headphones

In this review for audioXpress Stuart Yaniger puts 1MORE’s Triple Driver Over Ear headphones through a series of rigorous tests. Intrigued by the design that uses a 40 mm graphene-coated dynamic driver, a ceramic tweeter, and what the company calls a bass reflector, Stuart Yaniger investigated and shares his findings. This article was originally published in audioXpress, February 2019.
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R&D Stories: Future Shock. Powersoft Audio’s Amplifier Technologies
by Stuart Yaniger

R&D Stories: Future Shock. Powersoft Audio’s Amplifier Technologies

Stuart Yaniger details the amplifier technologies developed and perfected by Powersoft Audio, the Italian company based in Scandicci, Florence. From the introduction of Class-D amplification to the unique company philosophy, Yaniger discusses how Powersoft Audio strived to define the technological edge of its markets rather than follow trends. This article was originally published in audioXpress, August 2014.
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audioXpress March 2019 Is Now Available. Time for Audio Test and Measurements!
by audioXpress Staff

audioXpress March 2019 Is Now Available. Time for Audio Test and Measurements!

Get to the bench, it's Test and Measurement time. In this edition, you will find a Market Update with the latest audio measurement solutions available to the audio industry. Stuart Yaniger reviews the new Earphone Audio Response System from miniDSP, Joe Begin explains how to measure speech intelligibility, and Jonathan Novick details how to use external attenuators for measurements. Geoff Hill discusses why total system efficiency should be the target in loudspeaker design, and Dimitri Danyuk explores a discrete high output current buffer with JFET input.
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Design, Build, and Have Fun with audioXpress February 2019!
by audioXpress Staff

Design, Build, and Have Fun with audioXpress February 2019!

audioXpress February 2019 is now available online and in the mail to all subscribers and will be distributed at the Winter NAMM show 2019 in Anaheim, CA. And to match the exciting environment, we reviewed the new d:vote 4099 CORE Instrument Microphone from DPA Microphones, visit Pascal to learn more about its pro audio amplifier modules, explore transformer-coupled balanced output circuits, and much more. There's even a DIY project for a disc recording stereo head. Really. A must read!
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Measuring Loudspeaker Low-Frequency Response
by Joe D'Appolito

Measuring Loudspeaker Low-Frequency Response

With the availability of low-cost, PC-based acoustic data acquisition systems, experienced hobbyists can make highly accurate loudspeaker frequency-response measurements without an anechoic chamber. The power of these systems comes at a price. These systems window the time-domain measurement to eliminate room reflections. This, in turn, limits low-frequency response. This article was originally published in audioXpress, June 2012.
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audioXpress December 2018 Addresses Connected Audio Products and Voice Recognition
by audioXpress Staff

audioXpress December 2018 Addresses Connected Audio Products and Voice Recognition

For this last edition of 2018, audioXpress compiled a Voice Market Update that explores some of the latest developments and platforms for voice processing, with contributed articles from world-renowned experts in voice. The December 2018 edition reviews the ZOTL Ultralinear Power Amplifier from Linear Tube Audio; explains how to explore Soviet Germanium Transistors; and measures new SMT Low-Voltage JFETs. This is an edition you don't want to miss.
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Learn, Plan, and Build with audioXpress October 2018
by audioXpress Staff

Learn, Plan, and Build with audioXpress October 2018

Another edition of audioXpress is now available, and this is another one of those issues you don't want to miss. On our cover, we call your attention to Tom Perazella's amazing Egg Speakers, a project which we continue to detail this month. Next, Stuart Yaniger reviews the latest Phantom Power Microphones from PCB Piezotronics, we discuss advanced test methods for improving Active Noise Cancellation headphone performance, and we interview Michael Goodman, CEntrance Founder and CEO. And there's more speaker projects, and great audio theory articles. Download it now or subscribe!
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Fresh From the Bench: Sonarworks Reference 4 Studio Edition Loudspeaker and Headphone Correction System
by Stuart Yaniger

Fresh From the Bench: Sonarworks Reference 4 Studio Edition Loudspeaker and Headphone Correction System

Latvia-based Sonarworks is a recording studio software development start-up specializing in acoustic calibration and DAW plug-ins. For years, the company has been working with custom studio installations and developing software solutions, based on research by audio engineer Kaspars Sprogis. Stuart Yaniger reviews this pioneering speaker calibration software for studio monitors and headphones, and also addresses the recent TrueFi solution released for the consumer market. Originally published in audioXpress, July 2018.
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