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MUTEC MC-3+ Smart Clock USB Approved as Roon Tested Device
by audioXpress Staff

MUTEC MC-3+ Smart Clock USB Approved as Roon Tested Device

MUTEC, the Berlin-based manufacturer of high-quality A/V master clocks, audio re-clockers, interfaces, format converters, and signal distributors for professional and high end consumer audio applications, announced that the MC-3+ Smart Clock USB Re-Clocker and USB audio interface is now officially approved as a Roon Tested device. This certification program ensures a consistently enjoyable listening experience with the Roon music playback software, and underlines MUTEC’s commitment to high-end computer audio.
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Massdrop Announces Name Change to Drop
by Joao Martins

Massdrop Announces Name Change to Drop

Community-driven commerce platform announced a name change from Massdrop to just Drop. The company, headquartered in San Francisco, CA, and founded by Steve El-Hage and Nelson Wu in 2012, is getting ready for a major expansion. More than just a name change, the company is getting ready to start serving new markets, such as Europe and Asia, which have been demanding availability of the same model in local currencies and with the convenience of fast shipping.
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JAVA Hi-Fi to Debut LDR GaN FET Integrated Amplifier at High End Munich 2019
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JAVA Hi-Fi to Debut LDR GaN FET Integrated Amplifier at High End Munich 2019

More than ever, the act of listening to music is one of life’s simple pleasures. Martin Bell and JAVA Hi-Fi co-founders Shane Inder and Martin Young, set themselves the challenge of creating a range of audio separates that would capture the intangible, soulful essence of music. Following a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2016, JAVA Hi-Fi is making its debut appearance at this year's High End Munich 2019 show and will be demonstrating pre-production samples of two new products: The JAVA V2.0 LDR pre-amplifier and the JAVA Integrated amplifier.
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Semtech’s BlueRiver Links IP-NINJAR Dante Audio Bridge with SDVoE Ecosystem
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Semtech’s BlueRiver Links IP-NINJAR Dante Audio Bridge with SDVoE Ecosystem

Semtech Corporation, a leading supplier of high performance analog and mixed signal semiconductors and advanced algorithms, announced that IDK Corporation, the Japanese manufacturer of professional AV and broadcast equipment, has introduced an innovative new class of products that for the first time links Audinate's Dante audio networking technology with the Software Defined Video Over Ethernet (SDVoE) ecosystem powered by Semtech’s BlueRiver technology.
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Designing and Manufacturing Loudspeakers? Voice Coil May 2019 is Now Available!
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Designing and Manufacturing Loudspeakers? Voice Coil May 2019 is Now Available!

Voice Coil May 2019 features an overview of Asian speaker manufacturing outside of China, with a detail portrait country by country. Mike Klasco reports on Loudspeaker Enclosure Materials, focusing on new and improved material alternatives. James Croft reviews a new patented design from Harman to improve reproduction in boundary-coupled systems, and in Test Bench, Vance Dickason characterizes two new 1” compression drivers, one from Celestion, and another from SB Audience, a new brand from SB Acoustics targeting pro audio applications. All this and the usual Industry Watch updates, now ready to download!
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Audirvana Launches Version 3.5 of its Software Audio Player for MacOS
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Audirvana Launches Version 3.5 of its Software Audio Player for MacOS

Audirvana, maker of the renowned audio playback and management software for Mac, has unveiled the redesigned new version 3.5, introducing new Sound Quality enhancements and a completely new User Interface. According to the French software company, Audirvana version 3.5 for Mac was completely rewritten, with benefits on the playback quality compared to previous versions, as well as introducing new features such as the Mini Player.
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Creative Technology Establishes New Benchmarks in True Wireless In-Ears with New Creative Outlier Air
by Joao Martins

Creative Technology Establishes New Benchmarks in True Wireless In-Ears with New Creative Outlier Air

Creative Technology has been investing considerably in new classes of personal audio products and now they announced the launch of its first true wireless in-ear headphones, the Creative Outlier Air. These combine long-lasting battery life, boasting a playtime of up to 30 hours with the charging case, a 5.6 mm graphene driver diaphragm and a Bluetooth 5.0 implementation with aptX and AAC audio support. The Outlier Air is also certified IPX5 water-resistant with a comfortable fit for all-day wear. All at an irresistible price of $119.
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New Phonitor Xe Headphone Amplifier from SPL at High End 2019
by Joao Martins

New Phonitor Xe Headphone Amplifier from SPL at High End 2019

Sound Performance Lab (SPL) is one of those companies always ready to surprise. The German company apparently introduced a new version in its Phonitor range of headphone amplifiers, which already included the Phonitor x, the Phonitor e, and the Phonitor 2 (which followed the original Phonitor). The important thing is that the Phoniter xe is the Headphone Amplifier that many where hoping the company would launch and it will be presented at the High End 2019 show in Munich.
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Pro Speakers Market - Global Outlook and Forecast 2019-2024
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Pro Speakers Market - Global Outlook and Forecast 2019-2024

The global professional speaker market size is expected to reach over $2 billion USD, growing at an annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 3% during 2018­–2024, according to the latest Arizton's "Pro Speakers Market - Global Outlook and Forecast 2019-2024" updated research report. The report offers analysis on key market trends per region, product segments, growth drivers, vendor analysis, and market share in terms of unit volumes during the forecast period.
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InfoComm 2019's Emerging Trends Day Will Explore the Technologies and Forces Disrupting the Pro-AV Industry
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InfoComm 2019's Emerging Trends Day Will Explore the Technologies and Forces Disrupting the Pro-AV Industry

InfoComm 2019 will host the annual Emerging Trends Day on Tuesday, June 11, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The day's lineup of analysts, integrators, end users, and technologists will examine the forces impacting pro AV, from Internet protocol, to disruptive audio and video, to unified communications and collaboration (UCC) and its impact on how companies work.
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