All items tagged with GaN Systems (26)

AudioControl Reinvents Distributed Audio with New Dual-Mode GaN-Based Amplifier Design

June 12, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

AudioControl Reinvents Distributed Audio with New Dual-Mode GaN-Based Amplifier Design

AudioControl has announced the introduction of three highly versatile CM Series amplifiers using GaN technology and a new proprietary circuit design for compatibility with both 70-volt and 4/8-Ohm loudspeakers (Dual Mode). These new CM Series amplifiers offer DSP control, matrixing capabilities, Dante digital audio networking and all the critical features integrators must have to satisfy every imaginable application including superior audio performance and build quality.

Infineon Announces Next Generation CoolGaN Transistor Families

May 31, 2024 by Joao Martins

Infineon Announces Next Generation CoolGaN Transistor Families

Infineon Technologies announced two new generations of high voltage (HV) and medium voltage (MV) CoolGaN devices which now enable Gallium Nitride (GaN) to be used in voltage classes from 40V to 700V in a broader array of applications that help drive digitalization and decarbonization. These two product families, now expanded with the portfolio that resulted from the GaN Systems acquisition, are manufactured on high performance 8-inch in-house foundry processes in Kulim (Malaysia) and Villach (Austria).

Fresh From the Bench: Improving GaN with Digital Control

January 17, 2024 by Stuart Yaniger

Fresh From the Bench: Improving GaN with Digital Control

The AX5689 is an eight-channel audio amplifier controller IC with digital inputs and CMOS level PWM outputs, enabling high-order digital control loops with post-filter feedback. This article, originally published in audioXpress, December 2023, reviews the Axign and GaN Systems Class-D audio amplifier reference design board, intended to demonstrate the benefits of Axign's digital controllers and its unique approach.

Everything That's Audio in audioXpress December 2023

November 14, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Everything That's Audio in audioXpress December 2023

audioXpress December 2023 includes a market overview of multiroom audio, Brent Butterworth writes about new ways to measure ANC earbuds, and Stuart Yaniger measured the new Axign and GaN Systems Class-D audio amplifier board. Richard Honeycutt writes about tubes, BJTs, JFETs, MOSFETs, and ICs, and Dimitri Danyuk, discusses JFETs in audio circuits. Douglas Self explains how to optimize variable-frequency tone controls, and Jan Didden shares his eDD direct-drive amplifier project.

Orchard Audio Introduces Starkrimson 150W Dual/Triple Mono GaN Audio Power Amplifier

June 26, 2023 by Joao Martins

Orchard Audio Introduces Starkrimson 150W Dual/Triple Mono GaN Audio Power Amplifier

Orchard Audio, the audio company founded by Leonid (Leo) Ayzenshtat that offers a unique modular and DIY approach to all its designs, has announced a new set of amplifiers based on its tested and proven GaN-based Starkrimson Amp Module. Following the enormous success of the Starkrimson Mono amplifier, Orchard Audio is introducing the Starkrimson Duo/Trio amplifiers - one is the Duo (dual mono) stereo amplifier, and the Trio a triple mono configuration, perfect for driving 2.1 systems or the front home theater channels.

Audio Amplifiers and Exciting Innovations in audioXpress July 2023

June 12, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Audio Amplifiers and Exciting Innovations in audioXpress July 2023

audioXpress July 2023 provides an updated market and technology overview of Audio Amplifiers, includes the review of the Hypex Nilai500DIY 500W Power Amplifier Kits, a visit to Dutch company Grimm Audio, and an interview with Rémi Guastavino to discuss the new GRAS EQset measurement microphone series. Plus a review of the new WiiM Pro Music Streaming System, a new article series about Bass Reflex speaker performance, and a lot more.

GaN Systems to Be Acquired by Infineon Technologies

March 2, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

GaN Systems to Be Acquired by Infineon Technologies

Infineon Technologies AG and GaN Systems Inc. announced that the companies have signed a definitive agreement under which Infineon will acquire GaN Systems for US$830 million. GaN Systems is a global technology leader in the development of GaN-based solutions for power conversion. The company is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has more than 200 employees. With the acquisition Infineon aims to strengthen its GaN portfolio.

GaN Systems and Axign Unveil 1000W Class-D Heatsinkless Audio Amplifier Design

January 6, 2023 by Joao Martins

GaN Systems and Axign Unveil 1000W Class-D Heatsinkless Audio Amplifier Design

GaN power semiconductors pioneer GaN Systems has once again teamed up with Dutch company Axign to unveil an even more powerful, 1000W Class-D GaN audio amplifier board at CES 2023. The new reference design merges best-in-class technologies from GaN Systems and Axign to enable unique audio systems that are smaller, more efficient, and offer better audio quality. The design is ideal for automotive, professional, and prosumer audio applications.

GaN Systems Extends Class D Audio Solutions With New Amplifier Modules and Boost Converters

October 25, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

GaN Systems Extends Class D Audio Solutions With New Amplifier Modules and Boost Converters

GaN Systems extended its lead in Class D GaN-powered audio with the release of two complete Class-D high-performance GaN FET amplifier boards and two complete audio boost converter solutions for marine, auto, and battery-powered vehicles. GaN Systems now provides a comprehensive solution of turnkey amplifier designs, power supplies, and boost converters — allowing audio systems designers across automotive, home, and professional markets to mix and match designs to maximize performance for specific applications.

Harman InfinityLab Delivers Pocket-Sized 4-Port 100W GaN Charger Powered by GaN Systems

July 28, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Harman InfinityLab Delivers Pocket-Sized 4-Port 100W GaN Charger Powered by GaN Systems

GaN Systems announced that Harman's new InfinityLab InstantCharger 100W, 4 USB GaN fast-charger leverages the high-performance advantages of GaN Systems' transistors and is just the latest product to be launched by the new innovative brand. With GaN Systems’ GS-065-011-1-L power transistor, the InfinityLab charger, made from 90% recycled plastics, harnesses the power of GaN to deliver the ultimate lightweight power adapter for consumers.

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