Dayton Audio Introduces HTA100BT Hybrid Stereo Tube Amplifier with Bluetooth and USB Inputs and Sub Out

Combining the best of modern amp technology and functionality, the new Dayton Audio HTA100BT provides all of the stability expected from a solid-state class AB amp with the added benefit of classic vacuum tube sonic performance. A follow-up model to the Dayton Audio HTA20BT Hybrid Stereo Tube Amplifier, reviewed by audioXpress, the HTA100BT is a cool little amplifier design with all the added features one could wish for, at a very affordable list price of just $210 USD!

After Sonarworks introduced the SoundID concept at CES 2020, the expectations couldn't be any higher. After all, Sonarworks is the company behind the Reference Studio and Reference Headphone software used extensively by musicians, producers and studio engineers to generate a consistent reference monitoring environment. By anticipating the launch of its new SoundID Listen app for Mac and Windows, Sonarworks is reaching out to consumers with a solid technology proposition for personalized sound on headphones. But will consumers recognize the value as professionals do?

Brüel & Kjær Sound & Vibration Measurement A/S has released a new HATS for speech and sound testing, allowing accurate high-frequency testing at desks or in small anechoic chambers where space is limited. This is a solution that will interest all serious headphone reviewers and companies dealing with large volumes of headphones to compare, mainly requiring only the head section of the simulator, but still requiring reliable measurements and operational compliance.

Hammond Manufacturing has introduced 4U high versions and added extended 559mm depths to all heights of its RM family of 1U - 4U 19 inch rack mounting and desktop enclosures. 1U to 3U half-width versions are also available. The all-aluminum construction consists of a heavy-duty extruded frame with removable vented or plain top and bottom covers. 19 inch units are supplied with rack mounting angles; both 19 inch and half width variants come complete with self-adhesive rubber feet for when the enclosure is to be used as a desktop unit.

Tascam just announced the launch of a new 2-way compact studio monitoring solution available for $99. The new Tascam VL-S3 are 2-way powered monitors with a 3” woofer and rear ported design. A pair of RCA inputs accept any line-level input, while a 1/8” stereo mini jack allows playing from smartphones or MP3 players.

Phasx Technologies introduced its new digital audio production systems PX 300 and PX 600 at the Summer NAMM in Nashville. Eight years in development, Phasx promises a brand new digital audio monitoring concept for mastering and production, combining a dedicated hardware DSP monitoring controller with monitors designed to fit comfortably on the desktop around computer workstations.