All items tagged with Analog Devices (88)
The MC100 - A High-Quality Moving Coil RIAA Preamplifier
October 31, 2018 by George Ntanavaras

The MC100 - A High-Quality Moving Coil RIAA Preamplifier

In this project article for audioXpress, George Ntanavaras describes the design and construction of a high-quality RIAA preamplifier for moving coil cartridges based on high-quality Analog Device AD797 op-amps designed for low-noise audio applications and driven from very low source impedance. This article was originally published in audioxpress, March 2014.
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Analog Devices Creates Internal and External Engine Sound for Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles
July 19, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Analog Devices Creates Internal and External Engine Sound for Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles

Analog Devices introduced an embedded system specifically for generating engine sound for electric (EV) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEV). The ADSP-BF706 digital signal processor and Electric Vehicle Warning Sound System (EVWSS) firmware enables automobile manufacturers in North America and other regions to comply with future safety regulations mandating external engine sound for EVs and HEVs travelling at low speeds.
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DTS Virtual:X Immersive Audio Technology Now Available Across Popular Analog Devices Product Series
May 9, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

DTS Virtual:X Immersive Audio Technology Now Available Across Popular Analog Devices Product Series

DTS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Xperi Corporation, announced that its DTS Virtual:X post-processing technology is now available in several popular Analog Devices DSP chips. The fully-certified DTS Virtual:X SDKs are ready for integration into AVRs and soundbars, with the first Analog Devices-enabled DTS Virtual:X firmware updates scheduled for Summer 2018. The DTS Virtual:X solution is now available on the following Analog Devices DSP products: ADSP-2148x, ADSP-2157x, ADSP-SC57x, ADSP-2158x.
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You Can DIY! Turntable Speed Control
March 27, 2018 by Joel Hatch

You Can DIY! Turntable Speed Control

In this article, Joel Hatch explains how to build a variable frequency synchronous motor controller to control turntable speed. Now that turntables are back in force, this excellent project not only allows some knowledge about a vital part of the motor's rotational speed adjustment, but it also dives into one of the most crucial aspects of a record player for anyone interested in a little DIY or restoration projects. This article was originally published in audioXpress, December 2010.
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Schiit Audio Introduces Lyr 3 Modular Hybrid Headamp/Preamp
March 22, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Schiit Audio Introduces Lyr 3 Modular Hybrid Headamp/Preamp

Schiit Audio announced the introduction of its third-generation Lyr headphone amp/preamp. Using Schiit’s new Coherence hybrid single-tube/solid state architecture, new Continuity constant-transconductance output stage, the same modular design as Jotunheim, Lyr 3 is available now at schiit.com, starting at $499. The company also announced the availability of a Multibit DAC card for the Jotunheim and Lyr 3, creating the first all-in-one Multibit DAC/ balanced headamp+preamp.
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MEMS for Mobile Devices: Global Market Report 2017-2021
March 14, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

MEMS for Mobile Devices: Global Market Report 2017-2021

ResearchAndMarkets.com just announced a new market report focusing on the "Global MEMS Market for Mobile Devices 2017-2021." According to the research firm, the global MEMS market for mobile devices is set to grow at a CAGR of 10.55% during the period 2017-2021. The report has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market landscape and its growth prospects over the coming years, and includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.
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HiFiBerry Partners with Bang & Olufsen on New BeoCreate Board
February 1, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

HiFiBerry Partners with Bang & Olufsen on New BeoCreate Board

HiFiBerry, the Swiss developer of Digital to Analog Converter components for DIY, OEM, and integrators announced a new interesting solution to provide advanced capabilities for speakers, developed in partnership with Bang & Olufsen. HiFiBerry's new BeoCreate board was designed to give a new lease on life to legacy audio speakers, like the popular BeoVox CX50 and CX100, "up-cycling" them to be compatible with the best of today's wireless and Internet-connected technology.
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Ultimate Ears Pro Sound Tap Personal Monitoring System
December 20, 2017 by Stuart Yaniger

Ultimate Ears Pro Sound Tap Personal Monitoring System

In this review, Stuart Yaniger measures the new Ultimate Ears Pro Sound Tap Personal Monitoring System, a new device created by the leading in-ear monitor (IEM) brand that enables musicians to plug in their custom or universal IEMs and turn the existing stage monitor mix into an in-ear mix. See how this easy-to-use and extremely useful in-ear DI box behaves when relaying sound. This article was originally published in audioXpress, November 2017.
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Audio Precision Enables A2B Multichannel Audio Test
December 14, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Audio Precision Enables A2B Multichannel Audio Test

Audio Precision announced support for multichannel audio performance testing of A2B systems and components in collaboration with Mentor, a Siemens business. The new software release for APx500 audio analyzers, supports connectivity with Mentor’s A2B Analyzer to deliver closed-loop, multichannel A2B audio testing. Following a technology demonstration at the AES 2017 International Conference on Automotive Audio in San Francisco, the solution is now available.
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Fraunhofer IIS and Analog Devices showcase MPEG-H Audio and Fraunhofer upHear Immersive Soundbar Virtualizer at CEDIA 2017
September 8, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Fraunhofer IIS and Analog Devices showcase MPEG-H Audio and Fraunhofer upHear Immersive Soundbar Virtualizer at CEDIA 2017

Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS and Analog Devices, unveiled software technology at CEDIA 2017 designed to significantly improve the immersive sound reproduction capabilities of consumer playback devices. The new offering is a reference implementation of Fraunhofer upHear soundbar processing with MPEG-H decoding and rendering on an Analog Devices’ digital signal processor (DSP).
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