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Specification Under Development Will Enable LC3plus High-Resolution Codec in Bluetooth LE Audio

December 7, 2022 by Joao Martins

Specification Under Development Will Enable LC3plus High-Resolution Codec in Bluetooth LE Audio

The Bluetooth LE Audio set of specifications, introducing the LC3 codec as the mandatory option for wireless audio streaming, is an important evolution compared to the current default SBC codec. Nevertheless, unlike the current Bluetooth Classic A2DP profile that specifies optional audio codecs, LE Audio didn't offer any options. A recent article in the Fraunhofer IIS blog confirms that a new specification is under development to allow support for the LC3plus high-resolution audio codec.

iFi Audio Introduces GO Link USB-C Headphone Hi-Res Audio Adapter

December 6, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

iFi Audio Introduces GO Link USB-C Headphone Hi-Res Audio Adapter

The latest iFi Audio GO Link is a compact and simple DAC and headphone amplifier, packing in sophisticated technology that outstrips other USB-C to 3.5mm headphone jack adapters, yet at a super-affordable price. Expanding the brand's GO series of ultraportable DAC/headphone amps, the new GO Link headphone dongle delivers high resolution audio when connected to smartphones, tablets, PCs and Macs via a USB port.

Knowles Releases New TWS Reference Design Tuned to the Knowles Preferred Listening Response Curve

September 29, 2022 by Joao Martins

Knowles Releases New TWS Reference Design Tuned to the Knowles Preferred Listening Response Curve

Knowles announced the availability of KN2, a True Wireless Stereo (TWS) reference design tuned to the Knowles Preferred Listening Response Curve, incorporating results of the company's study for music listening on in-ear designs. KN2 features a state-of-art hybrid dual driver system paired with an advanced Bluetooth system-on-chip (SoC) and active noise cancellation (ANC) system along with other advanced features.

AKM AK4499EX and AK4191 Flagship D/A Converter Solution Enters Production

September 15, 2022 by Joao Martins

AKM AK4499EX and AK4191 Flagship D/A Converter Solution Enters Production

As anticipated, Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) has released to production the new flagship stereo D/A converter (DAC), the Velvet Sound Verita AK4499EX, showcased at the High End Munich show in May 2022. Alongside the AK4499EX, AKM has also released the AK4191 Digital Filter and ΔΣ Modulator, completing a two-chip solution that makes it easy to improve performance with completely independent digital and analog circuitry.

Knowles Proposes Preferred Listening Response Curve for Best In-ear Music Listening Experience

May 18, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Knowles Proposes Preferred Listening Response Curve for Best In-ear Music Listening Experience

A new Preferred Listening Response Curve that could define the next standard in high-resolution earphones, was the result from a new research by Knowles Corporation. The research is intended to guide product designers, and reflects the findings of an internal effort by the balanced armature manufacturer to determine the best and most satisfying music listening experience for consumers. In the research report, Knowles proposes an evolution of the Harman response curve specific to in-ears that takes into consideration frequencies above 10kHz

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THX Onyx Portable DAC/Amp Bundles Qobuz Hi-Res Quality Service

October 1, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

THX Onyx Portable DAC/Amp Bundles Qobuz Hi-Res Quality Service

Qobuz, the high-quality music streaming and download service, announced a partnership with THX to make high-resolution audio listening more accessible to music lovers worldwide. The recently launched THX Onyx digital-to-analog amplifier dongle (DAC/Amp) will now be bundled with a three-month complimentary subscription of Qobuz, offering plug-and-play 24-bit sound quality from a variety of listening devices..

HIFIMAN Debuts New Himalaya R2R DAC and Bluemini Hi-Res Bluetooth Adapter for Deva Pro Headphones

September 23, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

HIFIMAN Debuts New Himalaya R2R DAC and Bluemini Hi-Res Bluetooth Adapter for Deva Pro Headphones

HIFIMAN is an innovative audio company that continues to offer improved designs for headphone enthusiasts. Already experienced with true wireless Bluetooth design, the company now focused on high quality wireless headphones and designed the Himalaya R2R DAC, a new low-power DAC module that fits inside the compact Bluemini R2R Bluetooth adapter with Hi-Res Audio support. This adapter can be used with the company's new HIFIMAN DEVA Pro headphones.

Sony WF-1000XM4 Sets New Standard for True Wireless Earbuds with ANC

June 9, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Sony WF-1000XM4 Sets New Standard for True Wireless Earbuds with ANC

Sony unveiled the new WF-1000XM4 true wireless earbuds. Having lead the active noise cancelling category on headphones since the original WH-1000X headphones and until recently with the WH-1000XM4, Sony is now focused on leading in noise canceling and audio quality in TWS earbuds, starting with a newly designed V1 Integrated Processor, support for high-resolution audio and 360 Reality Audio, better call quality, and smart listening features, matched with an impressive 8 hour battery life with ANC.

Bluesound Introduces New Generation Node and PowerNode Hi-Res Multiroom Streaming DAC and Amplifier

May 10, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Bluesound Introduces New Generation Node and PowerNode Hi-Res Multiroom Streaming DAC and Amplifier

Bluesound has announced a new generation of its best-selling Node Wireless Hi-Res Multi-Room Music Streamer and PowerNode Wireless Hi-Res Multi-Room Streaming Amplifier. The upgrades include new DAC designs, more powerful quad-core processors, and touch panel controls with presets and proximity sensors, while the PowerNode now offers substantially more power. Both feature an easy-to-clean satin finish in either black or white.

Qobuz Becomes First Hi-Res Audio Streaming Service Available on Sonos

March 24, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Qobuz Becomes First Hi-Res Audio Streaming Service Available on Sonos

Music streaming service Qobuz confirmed it will be the first music service to deliver 24-bit Hi-Res audio streaming on Sonos. Qobuz users that subscribe to the Studio (Hi-Res) tier will be able to listen to high-resolution music directly on their Sonos speakers, with the ease of simply pressing play in the Sonos app. Available with the Sonos S2 app, this new integration is one of Qobuz’s broadest expansions of Hi-Res streaming support to date.

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