All items tagged with digital audio (43)

MainConcept Releases Officially Approved Dolby Digital Plus Pro Plugins for FFmpeg

September 4, 2024 by Joao Martins

MainConcept Releases Officially Approved Dolby Digital Plus Pro Plugins for FFmpeg

MainConcept has released its first officially authorized Dolby Digital Plus Pro Plugins for FFmpeg to deliver high quality digital audio that enhances the viewing experience. The Dolby certified Encoder and Decoder plugins enable both AC-3 and E-AC-3 processing within every OTT and broadcast workflow and services based on FFmpeg. Dolby's AC-3 and E-AC-3 surround technology delivers high-quality digital audio for up to 7.1 discrete channels.

August 28, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Tech Industry Veteran Anders Storm Named Chief Executive Officer of Dirac Research

Swedish digital audio pioneer Dirac announced the appointment of Anders Storm as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately, according to Dirac Chairman Johan Sedihn. Storm's appointment as CEO comes at a time when the company is experiencing record breaking growth in the automotive and home audio markets, driven by new and expanded commercial partnerships with some of the industry’s biggest players – as consumer demand for premium sound across all platforms continues to grow.

MUTEC Introduces MC1.2+ Bi-directional Digital to Digital Converter with USB Interface

April 26, 2024 by Joao Martins

MUTEC Introduces MC1.2+ Bi-directional Digital to Digital Converter with USB Interface

MUTEC GmbH, the Berlin-based manufacturer of professional audio technology for studio and high-end applications, announced the launch of the MC1.2+ bi-directional real‑time converter and signal transfer between computers and/or digital audio hardware. The MC1.2+ improves the sound quality performance via USB and features multiple interface ports including AES/EBU and S/P‑DIF. It supports USB‑power allowing mobile operation, mains voltage (internal), and DC via external PSU.

Lectrosonics Introduces the DSSM Miniature Water-Resistant Digital Transmitter

April 5, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Lectrosonics Introduces the DSSM Miniature Water-Resistant Digital Transmitter

Lectrosonics introducee the DSSM, a new miniature, water-resistant digital bodypack transmitter. The DSSM is the smallest transmitter with an IP57 rating and a removable battery, and represents the state of the art in miniature, watertight transmitter design. The DSSM will be available for sale individually as well as in ZS kits with USB-powered dual battery charger. The CHSDSSM 4-bay, gangable charging dock will also be available separately.

Audio Electronics: Is Digital Jitter Really a Problem?

February 7, 2024 by Ethan Winer

Audio Electronics: Is Digital Jitter Really a Problem?

Since the dawn of the digital era decades ago, the timing error known as "jitter" in A/D/A converters has been accused of harming audio fidelity. Some people claim that jitter adds audible distortion and noise, affects bass fullness, and even harms stereo imaging width and depth. This article explains what jitter is, what causes it, and even lets you hear jitter in controlled amounts so you can decide for yourself how damaging it really is. Originally published in audioXpress, January 2024.

MUTEC Launches REF10 NANO 10MHz Reference Master Clock

November 23, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

MUTEC Launches REF10 NANO 10MHz Reference Master Clock

Berlin-based manufacturer of audio equipment for studio professionals and high end enthusiasts, MUTEC GmbH announced the release of the REF10 NANO, a new focused version of an audiophile 10MHz reference master clock with the superior quality one should expect from a clocking specialist. The new REF10 NANO Reference Master Clock is based on the already well-established REF10, but transfers its technology into a new, significantly lower price range.

July 18, 2023 by Joao Martins

Frontier Smart Technologies Introduces New All-in-One Cost Optimized Smart Radio Solution

Frontier Smart Technologies, the leading platform provider in technologies for digital DAB/DAB+ radios and SmartRadio solutions, launched its latest FS2260 Magic X module. This next generation SmartRadio (sometimes called hybrid radio) module combines Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 connectivity, with Frontier's DAB/DAB+ technology offering a comprehensive platform for brands and manufacturers. Magic X also supports Internet radio, podcasts, and comes with an Android/iOS user-control app.

Zoom Unveils UAC-232 32-Bit Float USB-C Audio Interface

February 20, 2023 by Joao Martins

Zoom Unveils UAC-232 32-Bit Float USB-C Audio Interface

The world of digital audio is now finally getting to that threshold where the last recognized limitations of existing recording technology have been surpassed. The new all-new Zoom UAC-232 USB-C audio interface is the company's first dedicated 32-bit float, ultra-high-dynamic-range recording solution. Designed in a convenient format that works well on the desktop or mobile applications, the Zoom UAC-232 is a 2-in/2-out solution that establishes a new affordable standard for digital recording and more.

The Story of aptX - An Epic Journey

December 14, 2022 by Jonny McClintock

The Story of aptX - An Epic Journey

Widely recognized as a high-quality audio compression algorithm, used in film sound to radio broadcast, studios and finally in Bluetooth, where its incorporated into billions of devices, the successful story of aptX technology is inextricably linked to the history of digital audio and a remarkable corporate journey, from APT to CSR and Qualcomm. This article offers an insider's overview of the aptX audio codec adoption and evolution, and how the technology was interlinked with the author's professional career for the past 28 years. This article was originally published in audioXpress, October 2022.

Angry Miao Launches Futuristic Ultra-Low Latency Cyberblade True Wireless Earbuds

September 1, 2022 by Joao Martins

Angry Miao Launches Futuristic Ultra-Low Latency Cyberblade True Wireless Earbuds

Angry Miao is a community-driven technology brand that is determined to shake up the audio industry with bold designs inspired on gaming culture and aesthetics. The Chinese company just announced the new Cyberblade true wireless earbuds, which are being promoted with a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter and promise to deliver 36ms ultra-low latency audio while ensuring a high-quality sound quality experience thanks to a new exclusive three-chip design.

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