All items tagged with GaN technology (14)

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.

Cambridge GaN Devices Expands GaN-based 140-240W USB-PD Development

May 30, 2024 by Joao Martins

Cambridge GaN Devices Expands GaN-based 140-240W USB-PD Development

Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD), the British fabless semiconductor company, dedicated to develop energy-efficient GaN-based power devices that make greener electronics possible, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) of Taiwan to develop high performance GaN solutions for USB-Power Delivery (USB-PD) adaptors. The MoU also covers the sharing of domestic and international market information, joint visits to potential customers and promotion.

AudioControl Shows New GaN-Based Home Theater and Dante Solutions at CEDIA Expo 2023

September 7, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

AudioControl Shows New GaN-Based Home Theater and Dante Solutions at CEDIA Expo 2023

AudioControl will be attending CEDIA Expo in Denver, CO, reenergized and focused on presenting a range of innovative solutions. Designed based on market trends and feedback from system integrators, AudioControl’s newest amplifiers and mini-chassis surround receivers deliver the latest technologies while creating opportunities for integration professionals. The company will introduce Dante network connectivity to its successful AudioControl Director Model M6800 multi-zone amplifier, and launch two compact-chassis surround receivers to deliver Dolby Atmos and DTS:X Pro processing in any zone.

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.

audioXpress.com - The Most Popular Stories of 2022

December 29, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

audioXpress.com - The Most Popular Stories of 2022

We looked at the popular articles of 2021 in audioXpress.com (including selected articles from audioXpress and Voice Coil magazines), and we created this Top 10 list of news stories and online articles. Once again 2022 expanded slightly on the record-breaking year that was 2021 for audioXpress.com, in terms of number of visits and regular users of the website. Visitors from all over the world returned more often to read the more than 8.650 stories available. Which of the topics and stories published online in 2022 were the most popular? Here are the results!

Tipping Point Achieved as GaN Technology Moves from Early Adoption to Mainstream Acceptance

December 14, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Tipping Point Achieved as GaN Technology Moves from Early Adoption to Mainstream Acceptance

High quality audio is now a “must have” across all segments from professional to home and portable applications. Class-D audio systems with GaN (gallium nitride) are not only smaller and lighter but provide better sound quality and were one of the technology trends in 2020. And because it’s that time of year to make predictions for the coming year, GaN Systems, a leading company in this space, published a forecast of 2021, identifying key trends for the technology.

GaN Systems Publishes Whitepaper Detailing Advantages of GaN Technology in Class-D Audio

September 15, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

GaN Systems Publishes Whitepaper Detailing Advantages of GaN Technology in Class-D Audio

GaN Systems published a document titled "GaN in Class-D Audio:Advantages with GaN Systems – a Comparative Look,” that reviews the various GaN and silicon transistor approaches in Class-D audio amplifier design techniques. The document identifies and compares the most popular GaN-based transistor and Silicon MOSFET solutions for high-performance Class-D amplifier applications, including the GaN Systems Class-D Amplifier and Companion SMPS Evaluation Kit.

Technics Introduces Reference Class SU-R1000 Integrated Amplifier Leveraging Low-Resistance GaN Devices

September 3, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Technics Introduces Reference Class SU-R1000 Integrated Amplifier Leveraging Low-Resistance GaN Devices

Technics unveiled the SU-R1000, its first Reference Class integrated amplifier. As Technics explains, its Reference Class products are developed in pursue of the brand's insatiable desire to deliver ultimate sound quality to customers, and offer the premium musical experience the Technics brand is known for. The SU-R1000 follows design references of the classic hifi components from decades ago. But inside, this is a technical evolution of the brand's 2014 rebirth.

GaN Systems Announces New Series of 12V Class D Audio Amplifier Reference Designs

July 29, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

GaN Systems Announces New Series of 12V Class D Audio Amplifier Reference Designs

GaN Systems, a company specialized in GaN (gallium nitride) power semiconductors, published a new technical document titled, “12V High-Efficiency Audio Reference Designs using GaN Power Transistors.” The technical note was developed following the launch of the new GaN Systems Class-D audio amplifier evaluation kit and from growing customer interest for designs in the 12V market for automotive, marine, powersports, and other applications from power system design engineers.

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