A-bsolument Prodige Bluetooth Speaker Made from Recycled Materials Now Available in North America

Since 2023, Focal Naim America distributes A-bsolument, a French company known for restoring and upgrading old radios, giving them modern functionality. Almost 10 years after the birth of A-bsolument, the company launched the A-bsolument Prodige Bluetooth speaker ($899 USD), made in France from recycled and sustainable materials. This timeless design, inspired by the iconic jewelry radios of the 60s, generates an impressive stereo sound which benefits from Focal drivers inside.

Apple announced its highly anticipated update to its best-selling AirPods Pro true wireless earbuds. We don't know which model Apple sells the most, if the updated "loose-fit" standard AirPods, or the in-ear and more expensive noise cancelling AirPods Pro. The AirPods third-generation were launched in October 2021. Nearly a year after that, the flagship AirPods Pro were announced, delivering 2x better Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), longer battery life, better drivers and a new improved charging case.

Genelec has expanded its range of RAW recycled aluminum models to include the 8331 and 8341 three-way coaxial studio monitors from The Ones series. A proportion of each sale of these new RAW models will be donated to the Audio Engineering Society (AES) throughout the whole of 2022 by the active loudspeaker and professional monitoring specialist manufacturer from Finland.

Genelec has unveiled the first model in its new Signature Series with the introduction of the two-way 6040R Smart Active Loudspeaker. Created in conjunction with celebrated Finnish industrial designer Harri Koskinen, the floor-standing 6040R is intended to fuse Finnish technology and design, performance and aesthetics, appealing to high quality home audio enthusiasts.

Bang & Olufsen announced the launch of Beoplay HX, offering an improved sound experience with digital ANC, up to 35 hours of play time and elevated comfort, exemplifying Bang & Olufsen’s expertise in sound, design, and craftsmanship. This refined design from the Danish luxury audio brand, is intended to appeal to demanding users looking for an immersive and accurate sound experience, ultimate comfort and a refined user interface to meet the needs of working from home, traveling for business, or simply escape from the noise of everyday life.

Genelec is now offering the option of a special RAW aluminum color finish, available on a selection of the most popular speakers in its Studio, AV and Home Audio ranges. The RAW versions use only recycled aluminum, require no painting and less finishing material than standard painted models – creating an even more environmentally friendly loudspeaker that allows the natural beauty of the enclosure’s raw material to shine through, giving each individual loudspeaker a unique look and feel.