All items tagged with Lightning (40)

Apogee Launches Jam+ Third Generation Instrument Input Interface for iOS, Mac and PC

October 11, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Apogee Launches Jam+ Third Generation Instrument Input Interface for iOS, Mac and PC

Apogee Electronics announced a new much improved version of its Jam portable interface. The all new Jam+ is a studio grade USB instrument input and output that connects an electric guitar, bass, keyboard or any acoustic instrument with a pickup, directly to any iOS device, Mac, or Windows PC. With an adapter (sold separately) users can also connect a dynamic microphone. The new third generation version adds a stereo output to connect headphones or powered speakers, offers low latency monitoring, and now comes bundled with the Positive Grid BIAS FX Jam emulation software.

Skyworks to Acquire Wireless Audio, Voice and Speech Processing Specialist Avnera Corporation

August 7, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Skyworks to Acquire Wireless Audio, Voice and Speech Processing Specialist Avnera Corporation

Skyworks Solutions announced it signed a definitive agreement to purchase Avnera Corporation, the developer of Analog System on Chips (ASoCs) and one of the main technology providers for audio development in the areas of analog/mixed signal audio, voice and speech processing engines. Avnera solutions are used by many reputed consumer electronics brands for all wireless audio applications as well as Bluetooth, Lightning and USB-C product development.

RØDE Microphones Introduces All-New Røde SC6-L Mobile Interview Kit

August 3, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

RØDE Microphones Introduces All-New Røde SC6-L Mobile Interview Kit

Australian pro audio giant RØDE Microphones launched the brand new SC6-L Mobile Interview Kit, the latest Lightning connected recording solution for Apple iOS Devices. While many brands, including RØDE, have offered external microphones to record in higher quality with the iPhone, and even launched lavalier microphones with clip-on accessories for interviews, the use of two simultaneous microphones still poses many challenges. The Røde SC6-L Mobile Interview Kit intends to solve that problem.

Practical Measurement of Bluetooth and Lightning Headphones

January 3, 2018 by Dan Knighten

Practical Measurement of Bluetooth and Lightning Headphones

In this article, Dan Knighten (Applications Engineer, Listen) provides valuable perspectives on how to deal with the challenges of measuring devices that connect directly to Apple’s Lightning port or USB-C, or work wirelessly, using Bluetooth. In all cases, these headphones present unique challenges to measurement because they cannot be directly connected to traditional test and measurement systems. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, July 2017.

Apogee Introduces MiC Plus USB Microphone for iPad, iPhone, Mac and PC

November 15, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Apogee Introduces MiC Plus USB Microphone for iPad, iPhone, Mac and PC

Apogee introduced their new MiC Plus, professional quality USB microphone for iPad, iPhone, Mac and PC, designed for music production, voice recording, or live streaming. A significant upgrade to the Apogee MiC product family first introduced in 2011, MiC plus features an entirely new design with improved sound quality, dynamic range and built-in headphone output for latency-free monitoring while recording on any device.

Samson Go Mic Mobile Ultra-Portable Wireless System Now Available

August 23, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Samson Go Mic Mobile Ultra-Portable Wireless System Now Available

Samson Technologies announced the availability of its Go Mic Mobile, the first professional wireless microphone system that connects directly to smartphones without the need for cumbersome adaptors or interfaces. The new wireless system turns a phone into a pro-level video camera capable of capturing audio anywhere, making it the ideal mobile mic for filmmaking, podcasting, live streaming and YouTube production. Available now for $249.99.

Ultrasone Announces NAOS Ultra-Compact 24bit/192kHz Headphone DAC

July 14, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Ultrasone Announces NAOS Ultra-Compact 24bit/192kHz Headphone DAC

German headphone manufacturer Ultrasone announced a new miniature high-res DAC especially designed to work with smartphones, tablets and notebooks. The new NAOS 24bit/192kHz High-Res DAC is the first device specially designed for headphones from Ultrasone. The ultra-compact design is supplied with micro USB, USB-C, Lightning and USB-A connectivity, and 3.5mm mini jack output.

IK Multimedia iRig Pro IO Advanced Mobile Audio/MIDI Interface Now Shipping

July 5, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

IK Multimedia iRig Pro IO Advanced Mobile Audio/MIDI Interface Now Shipping

IK Multimedia announced its iRig Pro I/O, a pocket-sized mobile audio/MIDI interface for iPhone, iPad, Mac, PC and Android devices is now shipping worldwide. The pocket-sized interface is the successor to IK's highly popular iRig PRO, and offers high-definition audio I/O, professional quality preamp, MIDI input/output, device charging and comes with a huge software bundle for just $/€149.99.

Pioneer & Onkyo U.S.A. Announces Rayz Rally Smart, Pocket-Sized Lightning-Powered Conference Speaker

June 30, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Pioneer & Onkyo U.S.A. Announces Rayz Rally Smart, Pocket-Sized Lightning-Powered Conference Speaker

Pioneer Home Entertainment U.S.A introduced Rayz Rally, the first Lightning-powered portable speaker that turns any iPhone into a conference speakerphone loud enough to fill a boardroom. Rally joins Pioneer’s innovative line of Rayz headphones for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch that blend the intelligence of an iOS app with Apple's Lightning interface to deliver completely new experiences not possible through the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Get in the Loudspeaker Industry Loop with Voice Coil July 2017

June 26, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Get in the Loudspeaker Industry Loop with Voice Coil July 2017

This edition focuses on Adhesive Joints and Cone Treatments and includes a special report on the latest new material options available and an updated directory of Adhesives, Coatings, and Sealant Providers. In our Spotlight article, Dan Knighten discusses the “Practical Measurement of Bluetooth and Lightning Headphones,” and in Test Bench, Vance Dickason discusses the new B&C Speakers DE990TN compression driver and Wavecor’s new SW168WA01 6.5” woofer. That and much more now available.

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