Better Acoustics, Better Designs in audioXpress August 2024!

Better Acoustics, Better Designs in audioXpress August 2024!
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Audio Amplification Meets Product Development in audioXpress July 2024

Audio Amplification Meets Product Development in audioXpress July 2024
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The Audio Voice - Weekly Newsletter for audioXpress and Voice Coil Communities

The Audio Voice - Weekly Newsletter for audioXpress and Voice Coil Communities
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Aiming for Better Loudspeaker Designs in Voice Coil July 2024

Aiming for Better Loudspeaker Designs in Voice Coil July 2024
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NAD Electronics Expands Classic Series with New C 379 Integrated HybridDigital DAC Amplifier
by audioXpress Staff

NAD Electronics Expands Classic Series with New C 379 Integrated HybridDigital DAC Amplifier

NAD Electronics announced the launch of its new C 379 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier at the 2024 High End Munich show. This new amplifier in NAD’s Classic Series features a carefully engineered Class D output stage, complemented with an ESS Sabre DAC, and the second generation of Modular Design Construction (MDC) technology for upgrades and expandability. The NAD C 379 will be available at the end of June 2024 for a suggested retail price of US $1,099.
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Warwick Acoustics Expands Sustainable Manufacturing Site for Automotive Audio Products
by audioXpress Staff

Warwick Acoustics Expands Sustainable Manufacturing Site for Automotive Audio Products

Warwick Acoustics confirmed that its expanded manufacturing operations will be based at the MIRA Technology Park (MTP), the UK's largest automotive research and development site, where the company is already headquartered. The Warwickshire-based company signed its first production contract in June 2023 to manufacture its unique speaker systems. The new facility offers a 10-fold increase in production capacity in readiness for automotive take-up.
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Pure Acourate Sound Project: Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts
by Jan Didden

Pure Acourate Sound Project: Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts

audioXpress traveled to Germany to learn about the Pure Acourate Sound Project, which aims to create the lowest distortion sound in a listening room. The initiators of the Pure Acourate Sound project are Ulrich Brüggemann, Markus Grelka, and Ralf Höllmann. The partners involved in this unique system are Purifi Audio, Okto Research, GIK Acoustics, Klippel, Roon, AudioVero, Rose Handwerk, and Joachim Gerhard. Ahead of the presentation at the May 2024 Munich High-End show, audioXpress offers a preview of the project.
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    Test Bench: The New DE350-8 Ultra-Compact 1" Compression Driver from B&C Speakers
    by Vance Dickason

    Test Bench: The New DE350-8 Ultra-Compact 1" Compression Driver from B&C Speakers

    This Test Bench characterizes an ultra-compact (under 60mm diameter) compression driver, along with the B&C Speakers ME10v2 90°x60° coverage horn. The really cool feature of the DE350-8 is the patent-pending phase plug. Inside, the DE350 has a round symmetrical outside channel, and an inside channel with a patent-pending twist for overall improved frequency response. Weighing in at a mere 275 gram, it is an ideal candidate for the new generation of lighter, more compact line array loudspeakers.
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    Remora UWB Wireless Audio Solution Unveiled Ahead of 2024 High End Munich Show
    by Joao Martins

    Remora UWB Wireless Audio Solution Unveiled Ahead of 2024 High End Munich Show

    Remora is the name of a new business venture and a new wireless audio hardware solution that will be officially launched at the 2024 High End show in Munich. Jumping ahead of technology availability in wireless headphones and earbuds, Remora PRO creates a Ultra-Wideband (UWB) transmitter and receiver solution for the highest wireless audio quality available. The USB-C dongle form factor also introduces the world's first Headphone 3.0 platform from Sonical.
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    Apple Introduces Beats Solo Buds and Launches Beats Solo 4
    by Joao Martins

    Apple Introduces Beats Solo Buds and Launches Beats Solo 4

    Beats launched the next generation of its bestselling on-ear headphones, Beats Solo 4, as the brand also announced the expansion of the Solo family with the all-new Beats Solo Buds true wireless stereo earbuds. Both models explore all the latest technology, with USB-C connectors to allow fast charging, extended battery life. Keeping up with Apple's tradition, both models are Bluetooth Class 1 designs, updated with the latest features, custom designed drivers and acoustic design.
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    Volumio Introduces Motivo Flagship Streamer, Transport and Headphone Amp
    by Joao Martins

    Volumio Introduces Motivo Flagship Streamer, Transport and Headphone Amp

    Volumio, the Italian company that created the popular free music player, continues to invest in hardware and now announced the launch of a new flagship streamer and music player with a focus on user interface. Crafted to redefine the music experience, the Motivo streamer stands out with its 8" IPS multitouch display, being an integrated streamer\headphone amplifier based on the established ESS Sabre 9038 DAC and offering multiple I2S, USB, and S/PDIF digital outputs.
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    Shure Debuts Nexadyne Dynamic Vocal Microphones With Dual Transducer Technology
    by Joao Martins

    Shure Debuts Nexadyne Dynamic Vocal Microphones With Dual Transducer Technology

    Shure has introduced its new Nexadyne dynamic microphone platform featuring completely new Shure Revonic dual transducer technology. Using two microphone diaphragms allowed Shure to process the resulting signal to maximize specific frequencies and minimize handling noise and mechanical vibration. Available now in cardioid and supercardioid polar patterns, the new Shure Nexadyne vocal microphones redefine modern standards for live events and professional touring.
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    USound and Minami Sign Partnership to Facilitate Collaboration with Top-Tier Brands
    by Joao Martins

    USound and Minami Sign Partnership to Facilitate Collaboration with Top-Tier Brands

    USound, the MEMS speakers pioneer from Austria, announced a partnership with Minami Acoustics Limited, the renowned Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) that helps support some of the most recognizable global brands in headphones, earphones, headsets, and hearing aids. Together, the two companies will further facilitate the adoption of USound’s patented MEMS speaker technology by leading brands.
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    New AI Startup Proemial Launches Scientific Research Platform
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    New AI Startup Proemial Launches Scientific Research Platform

    Mads Rydahl, Siri’s first Head of Product and Design, has funneled his extensive knowledge of AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) into a new company. Proemial is a startup, co-founded by serial entrepreneur Geet Khosla and tech veteran Brian Pedersen, with a mission to tackle the most significant problem of accessing credible scientific research and knowledge through search engines and Artificial Intelligence-based tools.
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