Nitrogen93 SMARC System-On-Module from Laird Connectivity Delivers Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3
Laird Connectivity announced the Nitrogen93 in a smart mobility architecture (SMARC) form factor, expanding the system-on-module portfolio conforming to the SMARC industry standard and offering a solution that utilizes both processor and wireless silicon from NXP. The Nitrogen93 is powered by NXP's i.MX 93 processor, NXP PMIC PCA9451A, and Laird' Sona NX611 Wi-Fi 6 / Bluetooth 5.3 radio based on NXP’s IW611. An ideal platform to create smart home and smart building control solutions.
Resonado Labs Announces Res-Core Gen 2 Speaker Technology
Resonado Labs announced the completion of its transition to the new Res-Core Gen 2 speaker technology. As the Chicago-based company had anticipated, the new generation of Resonado's unique topology is now fully implemented, tested, and slated to be available through licensed manufacturers in fall 2023. The new technology is now available in two flagship driver platforms, namely the Resonado Neo Full 3 (NF3) Gen 2 and the Resonado Neo Woofer 7 (NW7) Gen 2.
Merging Technologies and Sonarworks All-in-One Product Bundle for Dolby Atmos Monitoring
Merging Technologies announced the launch of a new all-in-one product bundle, offering comprehensive monitoring and calibration facilities to help deal with the complexities of Dolby Atmos productions. The new Merging Technologies Atmos Bundle is sold as a complete hardware and software solution package, including a Merging Hapi MkII interface with DA8 cards, Merging Anubis Pro SPS, and Sonarworks SoundID Reference for multichannel including microphone.
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Providence Equity Partners Acquires d&b Group
d&b group announced a major investment by Providence Equity Partners, a private equity firm specializing in investments in media, communications, education and technology. The d&b Group is the entity that combines German company d&b audiotechnik, one of the leading manufacturers of sound reinforcement systems, and d&b solutions, a service-focused business entity, offering audio, video, lighting and presentation systems, mainly based in the UK.
Tascam Announces DR-10L Pro 32-bit float Field Recorder and Lavalier Microphone
Tascam introduced a new valuable alternative for mobile audio capture with the launch of the new DR-10L Pro 32-bit float Field Recorder and Lavalier Microphone. The new DR-10L Pro is an ultra-compact, lightweight, portable 32-bit float recorder with clip-on microphone. On top of the superior audio quality, the new recorder supports timecode sync with multiple devices and comes bundled with iZotope's audio repair and noise reduction software.
NAB Show New York to Include AI Creative Summit
The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) and Future Media Conferences (FMC), with sponsorship by Dell Technologies, have joined forces to promote the first AI Creative Summit. This series of training events is set to teach and empower the creative industry by demonstrating how artificial intelligence (AI) tools can amplify and streamline creative workflows. First event will be online, followed by in-person activities at NAB Show New York, October 24-25.
Audioscenic Grows as it Widens Ambitions in Spatial Audio Technology for Consumer Applications
Following the presentation of its latest Amphi 3D Audio Beamforming Solution at the Computex 2023 show in Taipei, Taiwan, Audioscenic announced a substantial team expansion including 15 new staff members across their Software Engineering, DSP, Computer Vision, and Audio R&D teams, along with a new CFO. The expansion reflects the company's commitment to advancing spatial audio technology and strengthening its market position.
Holoplot Addresses Targeted Reinforcement Challenges with X2 Compact Matrix Arrays
Holoplot, the company that disrupted the market with the first large-scale commercial implementation of 3D Audio-Beamforming and Wavefield Synthesis solutions, will be introducing its second product following the original X1 Matrix Array. Designed to address smaller scale sound reinforcement needs for a multitude of audio applications, and particularly focused on tackling speech intelligibility issues, the X2 is the latest hardware innovation from the Berlin-based venture.
Sony HT-AX7 Portable Theater System Makes Spatial Sound More Convenient
Sony Electronics announced the HT-AX7, a portable theater system with 360 Spatial Sound Mapping, that offers a new way to enjoy entertainment throughout the home. The new HT-AX7 Portable Theater System promises to offer a cinematic sound experience that goes behind what is possible with single omnidirectional designs. By simply placing the three-speaker system around a room, the HT-AX7 delivers a captivating audio experience to fill any space.
Alcons Introduces LR15 Pro-Ribbon Ultra-Compact Line-Array
Alcons Audio introduced the latest LR15 Pro-Ribbon Ultra-Compact Line-Array, relieving its predecessor from duties after 20 years. The new LR15 is a 2-way, line-source sound system with high SPL capabilities and throw in a very compact form factor is considered an evolution in all key performance metrics by the Dutch pro-ribbon transducer innovator. At the heart of the new design is the patented RBN502rs 5” pro-ribbon transducer, combined with next-generation 6.5" woofers with FlowVent loading for full-range performance.