All items tagged with reference listening (19)

IK Multimedia Releases ARC Studio Hardware and ARC 4 Software

February 22, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

IK Multimedia Releases ARC Studio Hardware and ARC 4 Software

IK Multimedia released ARC Studio, a new out-of-the-box hardware acoustic room correction system that instantly upgrades traditional studio monitors with breathtaking results. The new solution combined a breakthrough processor bundled with the company's ARC MEMS microphone and new ARC 4 software, allowing users to calibrate studio monitoring systems and maintain the optimized response without the software.

Sennheiser Announces HD 490 PRO Reference Studio Headphones

January 23, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Announces HD 490 PRO Reference Studio Headphones

Built to handle the complexities of today’s music production, the new Sennheiser open-back HD 490 PRO headphones are a surprising launch for the German brand, attempting to recover the prestige gained in the high-end circles, in a professional studio design. The new circumaural, dynamic headphones target highly precise sound reproduction and a very wide and realistic sound stage as required for mixing and mastering music. It will likely be highly sought after also by musicians and music enthusiasts in general.

What You Need To Know About Sonarworks SoundID Reference Virtual Monitoring

October 11, 2023 by Joao Martins

What You Need To Know About Sonarworks SoundID Reference Virtual Monitoring

Sonarworks introduced a new product as part of its SoundID Reference calibration solution. The Virtual Monitoring Add-On is a new set of tools that emulates the space and sense of direction of listening to reference monitors in the studio experience, directly on headphones. This way, SoundID Reference can transform headphones into a precision-calibrated studio, ensuring a new type of reference listening for creators working on headphones, in any environment, and allowing for even more creative freedom.

McIntosh Group Announces New House of Sound Experience Center

September 25, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

McIntosh Group Announces New House of Sound Experience Center

The McIntosh Group unveiled its one-of-a-kind experience center — House of Sound, in Chelsea NYC. A thoughtfully curated multi-sensory townhouse that highlights the group's brands and premium audio innovations, the space combines reference listening rooms with areas that reimagine how consumers experience audio in the modern era. The House of Sound showroom features the latest designs in cutting-edge audio technology across the McIntosh Group portfolio, which includes McIntosh, Sonus faber, Rotel, Pro-Ject Audio Systems, and Sumiko Phono.

HEDD Audio Announces HEDDphone TWO, Lighter and Refined AMT Headphones

September 7, 2023 by Joao Martins

HEDD Audio Announces HEDDphone TWO, Lighter and Refined AMT Headphones

HEDD Audio, the Berlin-based manufacturer of studio monitors and headphones, announced the launch of the successor to the original HEDDphone ONE Air Motion Transformer (AMT) headphones, introduced in 2019. The new HEDDphone TWO are powered by advances in AMT technology and informed by profound user feedback. The company calls it "a turbo-charged evolution." The open-back over-ear driver, headband and strap system were completely redesigned, resulting in a 25% weight reduction of the headphones to 550g in total.

Avantone Pro Releases Planar the II Open-Back Reference-Grade Headphones

June 22, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Avantone Pro Releases Planar the II Open-Back Reference-Grade Headphones

Having introduced its original open-back reference-grade headphones with planar drivers in 2020, Avantone Pro now announced availability of its Planar the II — making it better by reducing the weight to ensure even greater comfort during long mixing and listening sessions. Being one of the most affordable open-back planar headphones available in the market, the new Planar the II continues to ensure all the qualities of planar drivers to an extended audience of audio engineers, musicians, and hi-fi enthusiasts alike.

Sony Electronics Launches MDR-MV1 Open Back Monitor Headphones for Spatial Sound Creation

April 12, 2023 by Joao Martins

Sony Electronics Launches MDR-MV1 Open Back Monitor Headphones for Spatial Sound Creation

Sony Electronics announced the MDR-MV1 Reference Monitor Headphones, designed for sound engineers and music creators looking for accurate spatial sound field reproduction. The new Sony headphones combine sound quality with long-lasting wear, comfort, and reliability. The open-back design enables a wide sound field, making the MDR-MV1 a suitable option for mixing and mastering immersive spatial sound, such as 360 Reality Audio, as well as high-resolution audio stereo material.

Fluid Audio Announces Professional Studio Monitor Solution with Sonarworks Integration

November 15, 2022 by Alfred Moody

Fluid Audio Announces Professional Studio Monitor Solution with Sonarworks Integration

Fluid Audio is the latest studio monitor company to announce a partnership with Sonarworks to deliver a complete pro studio monitoring solution, built around its brand new Image 2 studio monitors and SoundID Reference calibration software. As with previous hardware integrations, the Sonarworks software allows users the ability to create their own calibration profile for the Image 2 studio monitors, removing unwanted colorations, and offering a more accurate reference in any studio or home environment.

iZotope Introduces Audiolens Track Referencing Audio Analyzer Software

November 11, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

iZotope Introduces Audiolens Track Referencing Audio Analyzer Software

iZotope has released Audiolens, a new desktop software that makes track referencing and comparison simple by collecting and analyzing reference track data directly from any streaming platform or audio source without the need for downloading media files or setting up tedious audio routing setups. The new app allows track comparisons by analyzing audio directly from any audio source and integrating with iZotope's plug-ins Neutron 4 and Ozone 10 to help users match sonic characteristics within their own mixes and masters.

Apple and Mercedes-Benz Announce New Dolby Atmos In-Car Experiences

October 17, 2022 by Joao Martins

Apple and Mercedes-Benz Announce New Dolby Atmos In-Car Experiences

Apple and Mercedes Benz announced that Apple Music’s Spatial Audio content with support for Dolby Atmos is now available as a native experience in Mercedes Benz vehicles for the first time. Apple Music with Spatial Audio comes fully integrated through the brand's MBUX infotainment system in the Mercedes Maybach S Class, the EQS and EQS SUV, as well as the EQE, EQE SUV and the S Class. These vehicles are all equipped with studio-quality sound, giving drivers a fully immersive listening experience.

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