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beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X Headphones Get Detachable Cable and New Drivers
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beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X Headphones Get Detachable Cable and New Drivers

Designed for critical listening and editing, the updated 2025 beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X headphones bring new flexibility, comfort, and clarity to one of the most iconic headphones in professional audio. The DT 990 PRO X now have a detachable cable and received powerful new STELLAR.45 drivers, getting a lower impedance rating that allows for better performance across a wide range of devices (the original 600 ohm version of the DT 990 PRO is still around and remains unchanged).
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Skullcandy Aviator 900 ANC Headphones Feature THX Spatial Audio with Head Tracking
by Joao Martins

Skullcandy Aviator 900 ANC Headphones Feature THX Spatial Audio with Head Tracking

Skullcandy announced the revival of its popular Aviator franchise with the launch of Aviator 900 ANC ($299.99), its most premium headphones to date. When the original Skullcandy Aviator line launched in 2010, it was embraced by a global audience of tastemakers and celebrities drawn to its unique form factor and first-class audio experience. The new Aviator 900 ANC builds off the original’s classical retro aesthetic with new materials and technologies for those who want a style-forward, best-in-class audio experience.
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Digital Audio Labs Unveils Livemix Pro Personal Monitoring System
by Joao Martins

Digital Audio Labs Unveils Livemix Pro Personal Monitoring System

Digital Audio Labs announced the release of Livemix Pro, a new and much improved personal monitoring system that delivers scalable 64-channel audio and introduces a new group mix mode for effortless control in high-demand live and studio environments. The Minneapolis-based audio ODM and Dante networking and DSP specialist company designed a complete range of Livemix Pro personal mixers and rack distribution units, including an 8-channel interface for wireless IEMs.
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New MUTEC Astralius Flagship DAC Meets the Highest Demands in Digital Audio Playback
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New MUTEC Astralius Flagship DAC Meets the Highest Demands in Digital Audio Playback

MUTEC GmbH, a Berlin-based company recognized for its professional audio technology for studio and high-end applications, announced the launch of the Astralius DAC at the 2025 High End Munich. This state-of-the-art Re-Clocking Digital/Analog Converter combines Dual-Mono Analog Conversion with the company's REVIVE Re-Clocking Algorithm to eliminate jitter, taking digital music to a new level of precision and musicality.
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Kali Audio Announces SM-8 Powered Studio Monitor
by Alfred Moody

Kali Audio Announces SM-8 Powered Studio Monitor

Kali Audio has announced the SM-8, an 8" model in their top-tier Project Santa Monica, or SM-Series, line of studio monitors, which already includes a 5" model. The US-based brand of studio monitors keeps expanding its successful formula, leveraging the proven 3-way coincident architecture with more refined components and craftsmanship in each iteration. The more expensive product from the company, the new SM-Series aims for improved quality for critical production applications.
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Røde Wireless Micro Receives Direct Connect Bluetooth Upgrade
by Joao Martins

Røde Wireless Micro Receives Direct Connect Bluetooth Upgrade

Røde announced a major firmware update for its relatively recent Wireless Micro solution, introducing Direct Connect – a new Bluetooth feature that allows users to connect Wireless Micro transmitters directly to iOS devices without the need for a physical receiver. The Røde Wireless Micro was launched in November 2024 to offer a pocket-sized dual microphone system for smartphone users that do not require and don’t care about professional features.
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Comply Foam Unveils New Patented SmartSkin Foam Technology
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Comply Foam Unveils New Patented SmartSkin Foam Technology

Comply Foam, the pioneer and the largest supplier of foam tips for earbuds, announced the launch of SmartSkin, a patented foam technology that provides maximum durability and increased lifespan over traditional options. This product puts Comply Foam even further ahead in the market, as it becomes the first to offer a durable, hygienic, moisture-resistant high-performance product that will transform the listening experience of consumers worldwide.
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Dirac Live Active Room Treatment Available to Select Denon and Marantz AVRs
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Dirac Live Active Room Treatment Available to Select Denon and Marantz AVRs

Dirac announced that its Dirac Live Active Room Treatment (ART) solution, introduced in 2023, will be made available in select Denon and Marantz devices beginning in the second half of 2025. According to the Swedish digital audio processing company, the Denon and Marantz AVRs that currently already support Dirac Live Bass Control will be able to unlock the next-generation room correction capabilities.
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Focusrite Announces RedNet TNX Thunderbolt and Dante Interface
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Focusrite Announces RedNet TNX Thunderbolt and Dante Interface

Focusrite announced a new flexible Dante interface that delivers high channel counts, ultra-low latency, and powerful audio workflows to any PC or Mac with an available Thunderbolt connection. The release marks the first new offering in Focusrite’s RedNet range since RedNet PCIeNX in 2023. The new RedNet TNX, however, enables users to pass audio via Dante to and from a computer without having to install a PCIe card.
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Røde Launches NTH-50 On-Ear Headphones
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Røde Launches NTH-50 On-Ear Headphones

Following the enormous success of its NTH-100 circumaural headphones launched in 2022, Røde has now unveiled the NTH-50 professional on-ear headphones, expanding its lineup. With a design that is somewhat similar to the famous Sennheiser HD 25 without being a blatant copy, the new NTH-50s are made for professionals and any user who demands sonic precision, exceptional comfort, and superior noise isolation in a lightweight, durable on-ear design. At the heart of the NTH-50 headphones is a custom-engineered 40mm dynamic driver.
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