audioXpress May 2024 Glass Audio Special Issue Now Available

audioXpress May 2024 Glass Audio Special Issue Now Available
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Advertise in the Loudspeaker Industry Sourcebook 2024!

Advertise in the Loudspeaker Industry Sourcebook 2024!
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Loudspeaker Knowledge and Innovation in Voice Coil April 2024

Loudspeaker Knowledge and Innovation in Voice Coil April 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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Turtle Beach Introduces New Recon 500 Gaming Headsets with 60mm Dual Drivers
by audioXpress Staff

Turtle Beach Introduces New Recon 500 Gaming Headsets with 60mm Dual Drivers

In the extremely competitive gaming headphone segment, all leading brands continue to push engineering and manufacturing to the extreme, attempting to combine best designs, technologies, and materials at extremely low prices. Turtle Beach just announced its latest Recon 500 Gaming Headset design with multiplatform compatibility, using custom designed 60mm dual drivers, and cutting-edge materials, all for just $79.95 MSRP. Available in all-black and Arctic Camo finishes.
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DSP Concepts Adds THX Spatial Audio to Audio Weaver Development Platform
by Joao Martins

DSP Concepts Adds THX Spatial Audio to Audio Weaver Development Platform

With the audio industry apparently determined to push forward the evolution towards spatial audio reproduction, manufacturers need tools to add the experience to their new product designs. Starting now, brands building on Audio Weaver can easily deploy THX Spatial Audio to bring immersive sound home entertainment devices to market. The partnership adds valuable new IP to DSP Concepts's library of 500 market-proven Audio Weaver modules.
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Bryston Joins Azione Unlimited Following Acquisition by James Tanner
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Bryston Joins Azione Unlimited Following Acquisition by James Tanner

Bryston, the manufacturer of audio electronics and loudspeakers for music and cinema systems, has joined the Azione Unlimited buying group serving audio/video integration professionals. The company from Peterborough, Ontario, made the announcement following the recent acquisition of the business by James Tanner, now the company CEO. Tanner already confirmed the intention to fortify relationships with A/V specialty dealers and expand Bryston's R&D and manufacturing.
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    Happy Plugs Promotes Air 1 Zen True Wireless with Biomaster Antimicrobial Technology
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    Happy Plugs Promotes Air 1 Zen True Wireless with Biomaster Antimicrobial Technology

    Swedish fashion tech brand Happy Plugs introduced the new Air 1 Zen true wireless earbuds to their family at an extremely competitive price point of $79.99 USD. There is nothing special about the new product, which features an extremely similar design to Apple's AirPods Pro - case and all - if it wasn't for the fact that it offers antimicrobial technology - meaning, using materials that inhibit the growth of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, or mold.
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    PEEK High-Performance Film Diaphragms and Cones for Headphones and Speakers
    by Mike Klasco

    PEEK High-Performance Film Diaphragms and Cones for Headphones and Speakers

    This article takes a closer look at Polyetherether Ketone (PEEK) and comparisons with the PEI (polyetherimide) or polyethylene naphthalate (PEN) developments, and even standard PET formulas that dominate most cheap earphone and headphone diaphragm applications. The article also references key product implementation and the latest knowledge directly sourced from vendors and patent holders, such as DuPont, Teijin, and Victrex. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, May 2021.
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    Meridian Audio - Transforming Listening Experiences on the Move with New Technologies
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    Meridian Audio - Transforming Listening Experiences on the Move with New Technologies

    Originally published as part of the Automotive Audio Solutions Market Update feature in audioXpress June 2021, this article offers an overview on how British audio pioneer Meridian Audio is transforming listening experiences with new technologies for the car. For more than 10 years, Meridian has built a strong presence within the automotive market, with outstanding recent examples available for McLaren Automotive, Jaguar Land Rover, Human Horizons, Rivian, and Kia. The article details the company's approach with 3D surround sound and immersive in-car audio systems that combine all its digital processing solutions.
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    Loudspeaker Industry Sourcebook 2021 Now Available Online!
    by audioXpress Staff

    Loudspeaker Industry Sourcebook 2021 Now Available Online!

    In the best tradition of the Loudspeaker Industry Sourcebook (LIS), the 2021 edition contains company listings and so much more. In this edition, readers will find several must-read articles from some of the finest industry leaders, interviews with audio professionals on trending industry topics, and our annual industry reports about the state of the industry. Visit the LIS website for the listings and gotomylis.com for the full online edition!
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    Jacoti Announces OTC Ready Technologies for Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Development Using Qualcomm 51XX SoCs
    by audioXpress Staff

    Jacoti Announces OTC Ready Technologies for Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Development Using Qualcomm 51XX SoCs

    Following the announcement of collaboration with Qualcomm, in October 2020, Jacoti BV, the Belgium-based medical technology company, now announced the immediate licensing availability of OTC Ready, Jacoti’s hearing software platform. OTC Ready enables headphone/earbud manufacturers using Qualcomm 51XX SoCs to address the likely requirements of the upcoming US over-the-counter hearing aid market.
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    Shure Now Offers Expanded Conferencing Solutions With Stem Ecosystem and Microflex Ecosystem
    by audioXpress Staff

    Shure Now Offers Expanded Conferencing Solutions With Stem Ecosystem and Microflex Ecosystem

    Following the acquisition of Stem Audio in late 2020, Shure is redefining its conferencing portfolio, as workspaces continue to evolve in today’s hybrid workforce. The company reinforces its market-leading position by combining its Microflex product line with Stem Ecosystem solutions as complete audio systems for daily conferencing and meeting needs without compromising on performance or ease of deployment.
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    RME Launches Fireface UCX II USB Audio Interface
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    RME Launches Fireface UCX II USB Audio Interface

    RME launched the Fireface UCX II, the successor of its popular and long-lasting Fireface UCX professional audio recording interface. Featuring 40 I/O channels, the new Fireface UCX II updates the former solution in a compact half-rack size. All inputs or outputs of the Fireface UCX II can be recorded directly to a USB storage device. Celebrating the company's 25th anniversary, the new UCX II is also introduced as representing 25 years of RME innovation in a cutting-edge interface for flexible use in studios and live performances.
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