All items tagged with USB-C (443)
Sennheiser Teams Up With Manfrotto to Launch Mobile Kits for Vloggers and Creators
April 12, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Teams Up With Manfrotto to Launch Mobile Kits for Vloggers and Creators

Following the introduction of the MKE 200, an affordable directional on-camera microphone, Sennheiser now announced the MKE 400, a compact shotgun mic. Those directional microphones are complemented with the new XS Lav omnidirectional clip-on lavalier microphone and a 2.4GHz wireless transmission system. And to be able to offer a complete set of solutions for today's bloggers and creatives that capture video and audio with smartphones and DSLR cameras, Sennheiser teamed up with Italian brand Manfrotto to create a series of new Mobile Kits.
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Yamaha Introduces New ADECIA RM-TT Tabletop Microphone with Dante Audio/Control and PoE
April 9, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Yamaha Introduces New ADECIA RM-TT Tabletop Microphone with Dante Audio/Control and PoE

Yamaha expanded its ADECIA conferencing solution family with the new wired RM-TT Tabletop Microphone. The ADECIA Tabletop Solution, like the existing ADECIA Ceiling System, is based on Dante audio networking and complements the dedicated RM-CR conference processor, VXL1-16P line array speakers and optimized SWR2311P-10G PoE+ switch, enabling remote conferencing experiences. With built-in DSP technology, the RM-TT microphone maximizes voice capture, and relays speech in high quality, with maximum flexibility.
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THX Onyx Portable DAC/Amplifier Features Advanced THX AAA Implementation for High-Quality Music Over Headphones
April 7, 2021 by Oliver A.Masciarotte

THX Onyx Portable DAC/Amplifier Features Advanced THX AAA Implementation for High-Quality Music Over Headphones

THX announced the global launch of its first consumer electronics device, THX Onyx. A best-in-class portable USB-C DAC/Amp designed for headphone music enjoyment everywhere, the THX Onyx ($199.99 USD / $209.99 EUR) improves over traditional DAC amplifiers by combining the company's THX AAA amplifier technology with ESS Pro DAC chips, as well as MQA support. audioXpress received an advanced unit for review and we are now able to share our first impressions.
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Bang & Olufsen Introduces Beoplay Portal Wireless Gaming Headphones
March 31, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Bang & Olufsen Introduces Beoplay Portal Wireless Gaming Headphones

Bang & Olufsen announced the launch of Beoplay Portal, its first-ever wireless gaming headphones. Designed to be wearable in any situation, offering quick-access gaming functions, rock-solid Bluetooth connectivity for mobile gaming, and Dolby Atmos virtualized surround sound for an immersive gaming experience on Xbox and compatible computer platforms, the Beoplay Portal also offer Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation and beamforming microphones for great online discussions without the need for a boom-arm.
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Bang & Olufsen Introduces Beoplay HX Headphones With Adaptive ANC
March 26, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Bang & Olufsen Introduces Beoplay HX Headphones With Adaptive ANC

Bang & Olufsen announced the launch of Beoplay HX, offering an improved sound experience with digital ANC, up to 35 hours of play time and elevated comfort, exemplifying Bang & Olufsen’s expertise in sound, design, and craftsmanship. This refined design from the Danish luxury audio brand, is intended to appeal to demanding users looking for an immersive and accurate sound experience, ultimate comfort and a refined user interface to meet the needs of working from home, traveling for business, or simply escape from the noise of everyday life.
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Sony Introduces Powerful SRS-XB13 Extra Bass Bluetooth Speaker
March 26, 2021 by Joao Martins

Sony Introduces Powerful SRS-XB13 Extra Bass Bluetooth Speaker

Portable (battery-powered) Bluetooth 5 speakers are getting another market boost beyond the original "cheap and cool" factor or earlier designs. As Sony shows with its latest SRS-XB13 compact and portable wireless speaker, users want something that plays music with enough punch and expansive sound, but that can also be used anywhere as a convenient extension of a smartphone, to take over calls and replace the low-quality speaker mode experience in a seamless way. And it must cheap...
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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.
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Sonos Introduces New Ultra-Portable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Speaker
March 10, 2021 by Joao Martins

Sonos Introduces New Ultra-Portable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Speaker

Sonos introduced Sonos Roam, an ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker built to deliver the best possible sound for its size, both at home and outdoors with adaptable features. It can be fully connected to Sonos system on Wi-Fi at home and automatically switching to Bluetooth when the user is on the go. As Sonos highlights, the Roam was designed to be effortless to set-up and control, using new smart features that make it easier to enjoy music and more from anywhere. Roam is available starting April 20 for $169.
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Cambridge Audio Reveals Updated Melomania 1+ True Wireless with USB-C and Enhanced User Experience
March 10, 2021 by Joao Martins

Cambridge Audio Reveals Updated Melomania 1+ True Wireless with USB-C and Enhanced User Experience

Currently the strongest growth product segment in consumer electronics, true wireless technology is advancing fast but the category remains a crowded and highly competitive space. Short after the announcement of its flagship Melomania Touch earbuds, British audio brand Cambridge Audio updated its first TWS design, launched originally in June 2019. The new Melomania 1+ true wireless earbuds keep the compact form factor and a competitive price, and gained updated technology and app control features.
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Microchip Releases First IEEE 802.3bt PoE to USB Type-C Power and Data Adaptor
March 2, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Microchip Releases First IEEE 802.3bt PoE to USB Type-C Power and Data Adaptor

Microchip announced a Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) to USB-C adaptor with the highest power capability that converts both power and data while offering up to 60W USB output power via an Ethernet cable supported by PoE infrastructure. This solution simplifies installation by reducing dependency on AC infrastructure, and enables extending the installation reach of USB Type-C devices while supporting a variety of input PoE standards up to 90W and output power up to 60W.
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