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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Test Bench: B&C Speakers' 5CXN44 Pro Sound Coaxial Driver
by Vance Dickason

Test Bench: B&C Speakers' 5CXN44 Pro Sound Coaxial Driver

This article characterizes a coaxial driver from B&C Speakers, a 5.25” woofer and 1.4" compression driver combo specifically built primarily for sound reinforcement applications. This driver's cooling is exclusively provided by the motor mass, a substantial neodymium ring magnet that powers both HF and LF units. No other vents are required for the 300W power rating given by B&C Speakers to the 5CXN44, which is impressive. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, August 2021.
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R&D Stories: Getting Started with Automotive Audio Bus (Part 4)
by Brewster LaMacchia

R&D Stories: Getting Started with Automotive Audio Bus (Part 4)

In this article, Brewster LaMacchia concludes his series on Automotive Audio Bus (A2B) applications (not just for automotive). After an introduction to the properties of this locally networked audio transport, a look at A2B system design, and A2B data transport and interface, in Part 4, the author looks at systems and tools that are available to speed prototyping and evaluation. This article was originally published in audioXpress, January 2021.
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CEDIA Names Daryl Friedman as Global President & CEO
by audioXpress Staff

CEDIA Names Daryl Friedman as Global President & CEO

Culminating a year-long search process, CEDIA has named veteran association executive Daryl Friedman as its new Global President and CEO. Friedman is no stranger to CEDIA or the custom installation market. He has spent more than 30 years in nonprofit leadership roles, having overseen membership, advocacy, industry relations, and the technical wing for the 25,000-member Recording Academy.
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    NFC Forum Wireless Charging Specification 2.0 Allows Charging TWS Earbuds From Smartphones
    by Joao Martins

    NFC Forum Wireless Charging Specification 2.0 Allows Charging TWS Earbuds From Smartphones

    The NFC Forum latest Wireless Charging Technical Specification 2.0 allows for wireless charging by enabling a single antenna in an NFC-enabled device to manage both communications between the devices and charging. Users who need to charge low-power devices such as wireless earbuds, digital stylus pens, fitness trackers, and other small consumer products can now do so from NFC-enabled smartphones and other devices, just by placing both devices directly in contact.
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    L-Acoustics Raises Spatial Audio Processing Power With L-ISA Processor II
    by audioXpress Staff

    L-Acoustics Raises Spatial Audio Processing Power With L-ISA Processor II

    Live music is slowly making a comeback globally and both entertainment venues and the live sound industry know that immersive sound needs to be the new production standard. L-Acoustics is leading the charge with a complete solution that includes creation and management software, loudspeakers (obviously), and 3D audio processing engines. The company now announced its latest L-ISA Processor II, an updated hardware solution that offers scalable output count and pricing to fit any project’s needs and budget.
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    Avnu Alliance Launches Streamlined Milan Advanced Certification Program
    by audioXpress Staff

    Avnu Alliance Launches Streamlined Milan Advanced Certification Program

    The Avnu Alliance industry consortium promoting deterministic networking based on IEEE 802.1 AVB/TSN standards, introduced a new Milan Advanced Certification Program for faster, and less expensive testing and certification of professional audio and video end devices for its members. This initiative is intended to encourage further adoption of the Milan network protocol by more manufacturers.
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    Behrman Capital Sells Pelican Products to Platinum Equity
    by audioXpress Staff

    Behrman Capital Sells Pelican Products to Platinum Equity

    Behrman Capital, a private equity investment firm based in New York, announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to sell its portfolio company Pelican Products, including the Peli BioThermal division, to Platinum Equity. Pelican Products is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance protective cases and rugged gear for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts.
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    Apple Updates Third-Generation AirPods with Focus on Spatial Audio and Personalization
    by Joao Martins

    Apple Updates Third-Generation AirPods with Focus on Spatial Audio and Personalization

    As predicted, Apple announced the next generation of AirPods during a streamed event (October 18). The new model ($179) was improved in every front and promised to be available in just a few days, which was probably the biggest surprise. Apple also announced new colors for its HomePod Mini smart speakers, while it waits for the Matter home standard to be released. And announced a strange Voice Only Apple Music subscription plan, including countries that don’t speak English.
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    Sony 360 Reality Audio Now Available on Amazon Music Unlimited with Any Headphones
    by audioXpress Staff

    Sony 360 Reality Audio Now Available on Amazon Music Unlimited with Any Headphones

    Sony Electronics announced it will expand 360 Reality Audio distribution, content, and compatible devices, including support from Amazon Music Unlimited to play 360 Reality Audio content on headphones. The 360 Reality Audio experience was so far available in Tidal, Deezer, Nugs.net and Amazon Music HD music streaming services with support for Sony certified headphones and speakers. Now, Amazon Music Unlimited will support 360 Reality Audio content playback on any headphones.
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    American Furniture Retailer Lovesac Debuts Immersive Surround Sound Couch by Harman Kardon
    by audioXpress Staff

    American Furniture Retailer Lovesac Debuts Immersive Surround Sound Couch by Harman Kardon

    The Lovesac Company, the home furnishing brand best known for its Sactionals, “The World’s Most Adaptable Couch,” announced the launch of Sactionals StealthTech Sound + Charge with immersive surround sound by Harman Kardon. This complete “under-the-couch” sound and haptics solution offers convenient wireless charging and is seamlessly embedded and hidden inside the endlessly adaptable Sactionals platform.
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