beyerdynamic Launches AVENTHO 100 On-Ear Wireless Headphones with ANC
Blending modern technology with a 1970s-inspired design, beyerdynamic’s latest wireless on-ear headphones offer a fresh take on lifestyle products. The new AVENTHO 100 headphones feature ANC, enhanced speech clarity, and premium materials in a foldable design with plenty of travel-ready features. The new product arrives fresh from the news of the acquisition of the century-old brand and inventor of the dynamic headphones by manufacturing powerhouse Cosonic.
RME Introduces Enhanced Driver Options and Firmware Updates for macOS USB 3 Interfaces
RME announced significant updates to its macOS USB 3 interface lineup, ensuring optimal performance and seamless compatibility for Apple Silicon devices. These updates include advanced driver support, firmware improvements, and a simplified user experience. RME now offers three driver options for macOS with Apple Silicon and USB 3 interfaces, including the Fireface UFX III, MADIface XT II, Digiface Dante, and Digiface Ravenna.
New Focal Diva Mezza Utopia Reinforces Wireless High-End All-In-One Concept
Focal introduced the new Diva Mezza Utopia, an evolution of its prestigious Diva Utopia line, now with a larger and even more powerful design. Wireless, active, and seamlessly connected, the design embodies the pinnacle of Focal’s craftsmanship and technological expertise, touted as a significant leap forward in the French company’s pursuit to redefine home hifi. The Diva Mezza Utopia loudspeakers are once again a complete, all-in-one product, with the power to fill rooms of up to 100m² / 1076 sq ft.
KEF Introduces Signature XIO Soundbar with Multi-Driver and Processing Innovations
Aiming for both hifi-level and cinematic sound experiences, KEF announced the XIO Soundbar, an ambitious design in a competitive space that requires strong differentiation. Showcasing a sleek aluminium top plate and splash-proof fabric for style and durability, the XIO’s design will complement any space, featuring adaptive shelf and wall modes. An uncompromising home entertainment system from TV and movies to music and gaming, the XIO combines a remarkable suite of technical innovations.
Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 TWS Earbuds: Bet on Features
Over a period of six years, starting with the Melomania 1, Cambridge Audio offered a combination of great and unique designs and strong features. In fact, the 2020 Melomania Touch are still among the most elegant earbuds ever available. In 2025, the category is now becoming ever more competitive, and the British brand decided to drop the unique design, embrace the AirPods form factor like almost everyone else, and go for differentiation based on features and remain price-competitive thanks to a Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound core.
Gibson Refreshes Budget Studio Monitors with New KRK Kreate Series
Intended to serve as a “versatile solution for producers, podcasters, and content creators alike,” the new two-way studio reference monitors from KRK feature new transducer designs, along with tuning EQs, and Class D amplification in elegant cabinets designed for close-nearfield use. Available in 3.5”, 5”, and 8” woofer models, the KRK Kreate Series offers standard Bluetooth Classic 5.3 streaming capabilities, while the two larger models have XLR inputs.
Soundtheory Introduces Kraftur Focus Plugin for Parallel Processing
Soundtheory announced the release of a new updated plugin called Kraftur Focus, as well as an upgrade to the original Kraftur with new features. Kraftur adds clarity, punch or pleasant warmth to almost any audio material while preserving dynamics, using new, proprietary DSP methods and algorithms to avoid artifacts. Kraftur Focus involves a hybrid approach which realigns the phase of the signal after the saturation stage. This means that Kraftur Focus can be engaged for parallel processing, thus allowing it to be used as a send effect.
H&S HighTech Invests in AONDevices and Becomes Preferred Distributor in Korea and Key Global Markets
AONDevices received a strategic investment from H&S HighTech Corp., a semiconductor manufacturer and electronics distribution company from South Korea. H&S HighTech will also serve as AONDevices' preferred distributor and strategic partner across Korea and select international markets. The two companies want to accelerate adoption of next-gen AI with smarter, ultra-efficient devices powered by AON’s tiny AI chips.
FiiO Unveils K15 Affordable Desktop DAC and Headphone Amplifier Featuring Dual AKM AK4497S Converters
FiiO (FiiO Electronics Technology Company), a Chinese manufacturer from Guangzhou established in 2007 by a team of engineers from OPPO - and one of the rare examples of a decent brand name - announces the launch of its new K15 Desktop DAC and Headphone Amplifier. This new model, described as a "trickledown" version of the FiiO K17, was carefully engineered to hit a price point which is half the price of any rival, and leverages the latest AK4497S Velvet Sound DAC from Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) in a dual configuration.
New Bela Gem Stereo and Multi Audio Embedded Linux Boards
Bela announced the launch of Bela Gem, a powerful and accessible platform for real-time audio and sensor processing. Available in two versions – Stereo (2-in/2-out) and Multi (10-in/10-out) – Bela Gem transforms the PocketBeagle 2 single-board computer (SBC) into a lightning-fast embedded system for instruments, sound installations, effects units, and more. The two products are available through a Crowd Supply campaign now live, with shipping planned for October 2025.