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Better Acoustics, Better Designs in audioXpress August 2024!

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Amazon Makes the High-Performance 7-Mic Voice Processing Technology from Amazon Echo Available to Third-Party Device Makers
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Amazon Makes the High-Performance 7-Mic Voice Processing Technology from Amazon Echo Available to Third-Party Device Makers

Amazon announced that for the first time it is making the high-performance far-field microphone array and voice processing technology found in Amazon Echo available to hardware makers who want to build the Alexa experience into their products. With the Amazon Alexa 7-Mic Far-Field Development Kit, Amazon is making it easier for commercial developers to build and launch far-field voice-initiated products with Alexa by reducing development time and cost.
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Far Field Voice Assistant Speaker Makes Phone Calls
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Far Field Voice Assistant Speaker Makes Phone Calls

During the Hong Kong Electronics Fair Spring Edition, leading embedded WiFi and wireless solution provider Libre Wireless Technologies announced an advanced consumer solution that allows voice activated and controlled Wi-Fi home speakers to make phone calls using an existing phone system. The solution is based on Libre Wireless LibreSync wireless media platform, combining key partnerships with DSP Group, which provides wireless phone solutions and audio processing technology, and consumer electronic lifestyle brand Nyne.
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Sennheiser MKE 2 elements Action Mic for GoPro is Seriously Impressive
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Sennheiser MKE 2 elements Action Mic for GoPro is Seriously Impressive

We knew it was coming. Sennheiser has been working for some time on perfecting the right microphone to go with the incredible GoPro Hero4 cameras. The result is nothing short of amazing with a microphone solution that is able to generate impactful sound no matter how and where the compact cameras are used. The waterproof and shockproof MKE 2 elements microphone is able to withstand extreme conditions always providing a balanced soundtrack for what's on camera. It will be shown at NAB 2017 and available starting 24 April.
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    FaitalPRO Expands Range of Pro Audio Coaxial Loudspeakers
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    FaitalPRO Expands Range of Pro Audio Coaxial Loudspeakers

    Apart from several new woofers and compression drivers, Italian pro audio manufacturer FaitalPRO, introduced two new full range coaxial speakers at ProLight+Sound 2017. The new 10HX230 and 12HX230 coaxial drivers stand next to the also recently added 8XH230 8" coaxial model, which expanded the brand's catalogue. FaitalPRO expects these new coaxial configurations to inspire designers to build smaller, lighter, high-quality speakers for stage and touring applications.
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    Point Source Audio to Showcase Expanded Line of Patented Intercom Headsets at 2017 NAB Show
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    Point Source Audio to Showcase Expanded Line of Patented Intercom Headsets at 2017 NAB Show

    Point Source Audio (PSA) announced an expansion of its line of patented in-ear headsets to include a new slimmer, lighter condenser microphone model, the CM-i5, that will be unveiled at the 2017 NAB Show. Designed for clarity and all-day wearing comfort, the CM-i line is a series of modular in-ear headsets offering a combination of optimized in-ear performance, lightweight comfort and earphone modularity, ideal for broadcast teams from directors to camera operators.
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    Symphonica Acoustic Speaker for Smartphones Launched on Kickstarter Fulfilling Vision of Late Inventor
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    Symphonica Acoustic Speaker for Smartphones Launched on Kickstarter Fulfilling Vision of Late Inventor

    A wood speaker that naturally amplifies and enhances sound of iOS/Android smartphones without requiring electricity. That was the vision of inventor Freddie Kwoh, now being promoted on crowdfunding platform Kickstarter, also signalling the launch of the new lifestyle brand Symphonica SoundWorks, now lead by a small passionate team of enthusiasts looking to breathe new life into the world of consumer audio.
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    Test Bench: Scan-Speak 18M-4631T00 Revelator 6.5” Midrange Driver
    by Vance Dickason

    Test Bench: Scan-Speak 18M-4631T00 Revelator 6.5” Midrange Driver

    This Test Bench characterizes the Scan-Speak 6.5” 18M/4631T00 Revelator midrange driver, nominally a midrange version of the Scan-Speak 18W/8531G00 with higher sensitivity and shorter XMAX. The original Scan-Speak 18W/8531G00 was a true high-end audio classic and probably one of the most visible high-end drivers ever used in high-end loudspeakers. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, June 2016.
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    Beyma Rocks Prolight+Sound 2017 with New 18LEX1600Nd High Performance Subwoofer and Complete Range of New Drivers
    by Joao Martins

    Beyma Rocks Prolight+Sound 2017 with New 18LEX1600Nd High Performance Subwoofer and Complete Range of New Drivers

    Spanish renowned pro audio transducer manufacturer Acustica Beyma introduced several new products at this year's Prolight+Sound show in Frankfurt, including new high performance subwoofers, woofers and full range drivers as well as new compact compression drivers. The company literally rocked the show with the introduction of its new 18LEX1600Nd 18" subwoofer, celebrated in big style with a live performance featuring Beyma's own rock band!
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    Hypex Electronics Introduces New NCAS500MP Active Speaker Amplifier Module
    by Joao Martins

    Hypex Electronics Introduces New NCAS500MP Active Speaker Amplifier Module

    Dutch power amplifier and DSP specialist Hypex Electronics has been updating its vast product range at such an impressive pace that's hard to keep track. Among the many new modules in its Class D NCore amplifier range, Hypex introduced the new NCAS500MP module, high efficiency two-channel (400W and 100Wrms at 4 Ohm) solution for active speakers. This module will be soon joined by the new NCAS1000MP with two 800Wrms and 200Wrms channels.
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    Focal Professional Introduces Shape Monitor Series
    by Joao Martins

    Focal Professional Introduces Shape Monitor Series

    Surprising visitors at Musikmesse 2017, French manufacturer Focal introduced a completely new monitor series as part of its expanding Focal Professional catalogue. Comprising three progressive sized nearfield monitors - Shape 40, Shape 50 and Shape 65 - the series is placed above the affordable CMS and Alpha series, introducing interesting component and design choices, including passive radiators, in the best tradition of its SM series monitors.
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