All items tagged with high resolution audio (368)

Russound Expands Whole-House Wireless Audio and Installation Solutions

February 12, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Russound Expands Whole-House Wireless Audio and Installation Solutions

Among several new products featured in the company’s ISE 2016 exhibit, Russound expanded its XStream whole-house wireless audio system with new XSource and XZone4 components. The new streaming solutions offer high resolution audio support, and trouble-free service/operation. The company also introduced new easy-to-install stereo amplifiers for distributed audio installations and a new TVA2.1 Digital Amplifier for mounting behind TVs.

A Bridge to Better Audio?

January 18, 2016 by Joao Martins

A Bridge to Better Audio?

Returning from ALMA International Symposium & Expo (AISE) and CES 2016 show in Las Vegas - both extremely enlightening and motivating - we felt motivated to write about high-resolution audio (again). HRA was the main theme chosen for AISE 2016 – “Hi Res Audio: A Bridge To Build Or A Bridge Too Far?” – debated in all possible perspectives in an insightful and constructive manner.

ESS Technology Introduces the SABRE PRO Series of DACs with Unprecedented 140 dB Dynamic Range

January 13, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

ESS Technology Introduces the SABRE PRO Series of DACs with Unprecedented 140 dB Dynamic Range

ESS Technology announced its new flagship ES9038PRO SABRE DAC at CES 2016, generating immediate attention from audio manufacturers looking to raise the standard on new generation high-resolution audio products. The new ESS PRO SABRE 32-bit, 8-channel DAC chip goes the extra mile by offering the industry’s highest dynamic range (DNR) of 140dB with an impressive THD+N at -122dB.

Qualcomm Introduces aptX HD High Resolution Audio Codec over Bluetooth

January 12, 2016 by Joao Martins

Qualcomm Introduces aptX HD High Resolution Audio Codec over Bluetooth

Following the conclusion of its CSR acquisition in August 2015, Qualcomm had much more technology to show at CES 2016, including the launch of the new Qualcomm aptX HD enhanced codec, building on the existing aptX audio codec platform, now supporting 24 bit music quality over a Bluetooth wireless connection. Qualcomm states the enhanced audio codec will help manufacturers make wireless high resolution audio a reality.

Sony Redefines the Turntable Category by Introducing Hi-Res Audio Capability

January 6, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Sony Redefines the Turntable Category by Introducing Hi-Res Audio Capability

In common with all new audio product announcements made at CES 2016 is the migration towards Hi-Res Audio and the apparent realization from major CE companies that the return of vinyl actually matters. Sony even decided to combine both concepts with the introduction of its HX500 turntable, a new reference model intended to combine the emotional connection of vinyl with the quality and convenience of high resolution digital music.

High End 2016 Exhibition Returns To Munich 5-8 May 2016

December 11, 2015 by audioXpress Staff

High End 2016 Exhibition Returns To Munich 5-8 May 2016

Following an extremely successful edition in 2015, Munich will be once again the meeting place for all those interested in getting up to speed on the latest in high-quality consumer electronics, 5-8 May, 2016. Visitors will find approximately 500 exhibitors presenting more than 900 brands and thousands of new products.

Linn Spreads the Joy Of High Quality Music With Festive 24-Bits Of Christmas Gift

December 3, 2015 by audioXpress Staff

Linn Spreads the Joy Of High Quality Music With Festive 24-Bits Of Christmas Gift

Once again, Scottish company Linn announces its 24-bits of Christmas campaign. The record label and renowned music system manufacturer, continues to spread its message of high quality music to all music lovers this Christmas with the festive gift of free Studio Master music – the highest quality download available.

November 19, 2015 by Joao Martins

A New High-Resolution _ Logo

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), in cooperation with The Digital Entertainment Group (DEG) and The Recording Academy Producers & Engineers Wing announced they would be adopting a new logo to promote the adoption of high-resolution music. This is different from the original High-Resolution Audio logo… Is there any logic in this?

ON Semiconductor Acquires Fairchild Semiconductor

November 19, 2015 by audioXpress Staff

ON Semiconductor Acquires Fairchild Semiconductor

It’s hard to keep track how semiconductor companies evolve given the pace of mergers, spin-offs and acquisitions. ON Semiconductor, a relatively young player in the industry but increasingly crucial for the audio industry, announced it will acquire one of the most iconic companies, Fairchild Semiconductor, for $2.4 Billion in Cash. The acquisition creates the global leader in the power semiconductor market, they say.

Consumer Technology Association Study Shows Strong Interest in Hi-Res Audio

November 18, 2015 by audioXpress Staff

Consumer Technology Association Study Shows Strong Interest in Hi-Res Audio

A new study from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) finds the audio category is constantly evolving with new features and products entering the market, including high-resolution equipment. More than half of recent audio technology consumers are interested in Hi-Res Audio (HRA) and three-quarters researched audio products in physical stores.

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