All items tagged with AKM (75)

AKM Develops Advanced Velvet Sound AK4493S and AK4490R 2-Channel Premium Audio D/A Converters

February 7, 2022 by Joao Martins

AKM Develops Advanced Velvet Sound AK4493S and AK4490R 2-Channel Premium Audio D/A Converters

Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) has totally redesigned the AK4490 D/A converter (DAC) and its higher-end counterpart, AK4493, as new products under the Velvet Sound brand. Following the recent announcement that AKM has resumed sample shipments of 13 Velvet Sound A/D and D/A converters, the Japanese manufacturer now relaunches the AK4490REQ and AK4493SEQ, 32-bit, 2 channel premium devices, with a superior signal-to-noise ratio of 120dB and 123dB, respectively.

January 31, 2022 by Joao Martins

AKM Resumes Sample Shipments of 13 Velvet Sound DAC/ADC Products

Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM) has resumed sample shipments of 13 Velvet Sound D/A converters (DAC) and A/D converters (ADC) products - all part of a new generation of improved devices. The samples start shipping in January 2022. Mass production is scheduled for the third quarter of 2022. The new range of devices include new 115dB and 768kHz 32-bit DACs in 2, 4, 6, and 8-channel models, plus nine new 32-bit ADCs in 2, 4, and 8 channel models including the AK5522 ADC, ideal for bus-powered USB audio interfaces.

Update from Asahi Kasei Microdevices - The Return of Velvet Sound

December 2, 2021 by Joao Martins

Update from Asahi Kasei Microdevices - The Return of Velvet Sound

Following the major fire that destroyed its semiconductor factory in Japan, Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM) is back online and promises new announcements in January 2022. audioXpress received notice from Gaku Suzuki, General Manager for Digital Marketing HiFi ICs at AKM that the company's famed Velvet Sound DACs and ADCs are about to resume production. We also learned that the company intends to focus on a new generation of chips and offer updated replacements for existing references.

Audio-Technica Announces Second-Generation Flagship Wireless ATH-M50x Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

August 19, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Announces Second-Generation Flagship Wireless ATH-M50x Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

Making the extremely popular and familiar ATH-M50 headphones go wireless was one of the smartest decision by Audio-Technica in 2018. Since then, the ATH-M50xBT made this familiar headphone design even more popular among both core professional users and mainstream lifestyle enthusiasts who like to be seen with "what the pros use". Of course, technology evolved since 2018, and the new ATH-M50xBT2 would be justified simply for adopting Bluetooth 5 and USB-C charging. But if offers even more.

AKM Partners with Silentium On Automotive Noise Control Solution

July 9, 2021 by Joao Martins

AKM Partners with Silentium On Automotive Noise Control Solution

Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM) and Silentium have signed a license agreement to develop engine order cancellation (EOC) solutions that reduce the impact of engine noise in the car cabin. By incorporating Silentium's proven EOC software, combined with AKM semiconductor and sensor technologies, vehicle manufacturers will be able to quickly implement systems that improve fuel efficiency by reducing reliance on heavy noise dampening materials.

CEntrance Launches DACport Pro USB DAC, Headphone Amp, and Monitor Controller with Balanced Outputs

March 19, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

CEntrance Launches DACport Pro USB DAC, Headphone Amp, and Monitor Controller with Balanced Outputs

CEntrance is now shipping DACport Pro, a portable D/A converter, headphone amplifier, and monitor controller for audio professionals. With the DACport Pro, the Chicago-based company builds on the success of its DACport HD, which was designed for HiFi enthusiasts. The professional version of the portable DAC adds balanced XLR output jacks, a large monitor volume control knob, and LED VU meters, ideal to connect a laptop to a mixer or professional sound setup. Shipping now for US $369.99.

CEntrance Updates HiFi-M8 Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC with Four Outputs and Bluetooth

December 22, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

CEntrance Updates HiFi-M8 Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC with Four Outputs and Bluetooth

CEntrance has just announced the launch of an updated HiFi-M8 V2 model of its original portable headphone amplifier and D/A converter for audio enthusiasts. The new version of this portable device adds Bluetooth support, four headphone outputs that support a variety of headphones, LED VU meters, USB-C, and many other features. A serious DAC solution for serious headphone users with the possibility to carefully balance the signal input.

Renkus-Heinz Expects No Delays and No Halt in Product in Result of AKM Factory Fire

November 25, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Renkus-Heinz Expects No Delays and No Halt in Product in Result of AKM Factory Fire

In light of the recent fire at Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM), companies who depend upon those critical components are now getting questioned about foreseeable consequences. Californian professional loudspeaker manufacturer Renkus-Heinz sent out a message reassuring its partners who rely on the company’s professional loudspeaker solutions that there will be no shortage of product, nor delay in deliveries.

AKM Semiconductor Audio DAC and ADC Production Disrupted by Fire

November 4, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

AKM Semiconductor Audio DAC and ADC Production Disrupted by Fire

After a major fire destroyed the Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM) semiconductor factory in Nobeoka, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, the company still has to provide a report on the disruption that this major disaster will cause to its business, particularly affecting the supply of critical DAC and ADC chips that are used by many high-end audio and studio equipment manufacturers. Non-confirmed reports state the company is already preparing to outsource production of the analog/digital LSI circuits exclusively produced at this facility.

Audient EVO 8 USB-C Audio Interface Starts Shipping

October 13, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Audient EVO 8 USB-C Audio Interface Starts Shipping

Following the announcement at NAMM 2020 of a brand new range of audio interfaces from Audient, signaled with a new brand for the renowned British audio manufacturer, the larger EVO 8 USB-C class compliant model is now available. After the launch of the 2in / 2out EVO 4, Audient delivered on its promise to make recording easy, while expanding the possibilities required by a whole new range of applications. The EVO USB-C audio interfaces are exactly the formula required by today's home users, podcast producers, and musicians.

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