All items tagged with sustainability (33)

Koshiro Kudo to Become New President of Asahi Kasei

February 23, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Koshiro Kudo to Become New President of Asahi Kasei

Asahi Kasei announced at the end of January 2022 a change in the company's management. As of April 2022, Koshiro Kudo will assume the role of President & Representative Director. The current President Hideki Kobori will become Chairman of Asahi Kasei. Koshiro Kudo takes over the position in a robust business setting as the recently presented quarterly results show. With 40 years of corporate experience as a solid foundation, the new President will lead the company into a new century of its history, as Asahi Kasei celebrates its 100th anniversary in May 2022.

A Proper Foundation: McIntosh Announces Two Amplifier Stands

January 19, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

A Proper Foundation: McIntosh Announces Two Amplifier Stands

McIntosh, the ultimate luxury audio brand for over 70 years, unveiled its new AS125 and AS901 Amplifier Stands. A "proper foundation" for McIntosh amplifiers, these are not just solid wood platforms with isolation feet - they are actually powered... to proudly display an illuminated McIntosh logo. Because no one wants McIntosh equipment placed on the floor or on Ikea furniture and there's never enough green McIntosh logos.

Genelec Promotes Circular Economy with Certified Pre-Owned Loudspeakers

December 10, 2021 by Joao Martins

Genelec Promotes Circular Economy with Certified Pre-Owned Loudspeakers

Owners of Genelec loudspeakers, some going back to the early days of the company founded in 1978, recognize how robust and great sounding these active speakers remain through the years. Genelec also kept servicing all its discontinued models, something that contributed highly to creating renewed confidence in the company and the brand. Starting in 2022, Genelec will start offering factory serviced, Genelec Certified Pre-Owned loudspeakers.

MUTEC Offers REF10 Upgrade to Ultimate 10 MHz Reference Master Clock REF10 SE120

November 23, 2021 by Oliver A.Masciarotte

MUTEC Offers REF10 Upgrade to Ultimate 10 MHz Reference Master Clock REF10 SE120

MUTEC GmbH, the Berlin-based manufacturer of audio equipment for studio professionals and the most demanding audio enthusiasts, announced an attractive upgrade option for users of its proven MUTEC REF10 reference master clock to evolve to the evolved level of the company's latest REF10 SE120. The decision by MUTEC to offer the upgrade was taken in the interest of general sustainability and improving the lasting value of its products.

Logitech G435 Affordable and Sustainable Wireless Gaming Headset Sends a Message to The Industry

September 17, 2021 by Joao Martins

Logitech G435 Affordable and Sustainable Wireless Gaming Headset Sends a Message to The Industry

Logitech G, the gaming brand of Logitech announced a new ultra lightweight wireless headset with an affordable design that uses recycled plastics and sustainable materials, and also combines the latest technology for multi-platform games. The Logitech G435 is remarkable in the design simplicity and detail and the color options are vibrant but tasteful. It combines Bluetooth with a dedicated Lightspeed 2.4GHz audio link that requires a USB dongle, but offers lower latency for gaming.

The Audio Engineering Society Welcomes Jonathan Wyner as President

January 20, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

The Audio Engineering Society Welcomes Jonathan Wyner as President

Jonathan Wyner has started his term as President of the Audio Engineering Society beginning January 1, 2021. "Jonathan has proven his leadership and vision during his year on the AES Board of Directors as President-Elect," comments outgoing AES President Agnieszka Roginska. "The AES is in excellent hands for the coming year." Wyner’s experience includes 30-plus years as both an active AES member and as an audio technologist.

Zound Industries Redesigns Iconic Marshall Wireless On-Ear Headphones

October 1, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Zound Industries Redesigns Iconic Marshall Wireless On-Ear Headphones

Swedish headphone and speaker designer and developer Zound Industries International successfully refreshed the iconic Marshall Major on-ear headphones. The new Major IV is not only the strongest iteration and refinement of the iconic design, but it also achieves the increasingly important goal of sustainability by using recycled plastics, with electronics designed for minimal environmental impact. And it helps that the sound is also the best ever in the range.

Ultrasone Unveils Volcano Headphone Tube Amplifier

September 7, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Ultrasone Unveils Volcano Headphone Tube Amplifier

The Bavaria-based headphone manufacturer just introduced a new high end product to complement its existing high-end Edition Series headphones. Designed by Ultrasone and manufactured in Hungary, the new Volcano headphone amplifier continues the brand's tradition of aiming for reference products with superior sound quality, also perfectly matched to the Ultrasone Edition 15 reference headphones. Each Volcano is a carefully handcrafted unit, in a solid metal chassis and front panel with real wood side panels.

d&b audiotechnik Announces Sale of Certified Pre-Owned Systems

August 19, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

d&b audiotechnik Announces Sale of Certified Pre-Owned Systems

German audio technology and solution company d&b audiotechnik announced its new Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) program offering customers the chance to purchase remanufactured d&b systems. The program allows for the market "to reap the benefits of a rider-friendly sound reinforcement system to enhance the reputation of venues and events while also contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emission and consumption of raw materials," the company states.

House of Marley Shows the Way With 100% Recyclable Packaging

July 7, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

House of Marley Shows the Way With 100% Recyclable Packaging

How many times we have seen displays full of the cheapest headphones, all wrapped in rigid plastic blisters that go straight into the trash? House of Marley once again leads by example with the launch of their Smile Jamaica Wireless 2 earbuds and the move to 100% recyclable paper fiber packaging. The entire package contents can now be put into the single mixed-paper recycle bin without the need to separate different materials, a common issue when it comes to the recycling process.

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