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HELM Audio Begins Shipping True Wireless Headphones with Patent Pending Class 1 Range Antenna
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HELM Audio Begins Shipping True Wireless Headphones with Patent Pending Class 1 Range Antenna

As anticipated, HELM Audio is now shipping true wireless headphones aimed at discerning audio enthusiasts looking for improved quality sound on the go at an unprecedented value. As a differentiator, HELM True Wireless Headphones feature industry-leading connectivity with their patent pending HELIX Antenna delivering an outstanding 70+ ft. range, and the target response was tuned by veteran music producers, aimed at discerning ears who want top-end detail and definition with deep bass. The new HELM True Wireless Headphones are now available for $99.99.
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Listen Announces SoundCheck 17 Software Release
by audioXpress Staff

Listen Announces SoundCheck 17 Software Release

Listen announced the release of SoundCheck 17, the flagship Windows/Mac software from the Boston audio test and measurement specialists, now including many new features to simplify multi-channel and voice controlled testing, such as a new level and cross-correlation trigger, average curve/waveform post-processing functionality, the ability to easily read and work with multichannel WAV files, multiple DC Connect control, and enhanced database options - useful when processing data from a large number of channels.
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Home Studio and Pro Studio Markets Exceed $1.2 Billion in Combined Revenue, On Track For Sustained Growth
by Futuresource Consulting

Home Studio and Pro Studio Markets Exceed $1.2 Billion in Combined Revenue, On Track For Sustained Growth

The market for pro audio products in professional and home studio applications posted global revenues of more than US$1.2 billion for 2018, an increase of over 6%, according to the industry report. Covering mixers, microphones, audio interfaces, studio monitors and professional headphones, the report is the first of its kind, and describes continued growth in volume and value out to 2023, at a CAGR of 9.7% and 6.5% respectively.
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MyKronoz Introduces ZePods Bluetooth 5 True Wireless Earbuds
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MyKronoz Introduces ZePods Bluetooth 5 True Wireless Earbuds

Unveiled at MWC 2019 in Barcelona, the new ZePods range of true wireless earbuds by MyKronoz feature a familiar design, closely resembling Apple's AirPods, and are complemented by features which might be appreciated for users looking for an affordable, more stylish alternative. The ZePods and ZePods+ are available in 6 vibrant colors, support up to 5 hours playtime with an extra 10 hours in the battery case, and use embedded fast charging so they take only 15 minutes to fully charge and be ready to play.
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Christophe Anet Appointed Product Marketing Manager for QSC Live Sound
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Christophe Anet Appointed Product Marketing Manager for QSC Live Sound

QSC announced that Christophe Anet has been appointed Product Marketing Manager for the company’s Live Sound Division. In his new role, Anet will be responsible for the creation, presentation, curation, and refinement of product marketing content for the company’s diverse portfolio of live sound products and solutions.
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USB Promoter Group Announces USB4 Specification Based on Thunderbolt Protocol to Extend USB Type-C Performance
by Joao Martins

USB Promoter Group Announces USB4 Specification Based on Thunderbolt Protocol to Extend USB Type-C Performance

In a surprising announcement, the USB Promoter Group announced the pending release of the USB4 specification, a major update to deliver the next generation USB architecture that compliments and builds on the existing USB 3.2 and USB 2.0 architectures. The USB4 architecture is based on the Thunderbolt protocol specification contributed by Intel Corporation. It doubles the bandwidth of USB and enables multiple simultaneous data and display protocols, increasing compatibility among USB Type-C connector-based products.
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SEAS Announces New Excel Graphene Woofer Series
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SEAS Announces New Excel Graphene Woofer Series

With a very discreet announcement on their own website, SEAS Fabrikker has stepped ahead of many other major loudspeaker manufacturers with the commercial introduction of a graphene-coated 5-inch woofer. And the new W16NX003 model also signals the launch of a completely new series of Excel Graphene woofers, as the company confirms. "More than a thousand engineering hours and significant investments have been put into the Excel Graphene product line, and the W16NX003 is the first one," they state.
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New LG G8 ThinQ Smartphone Uses New Crystal Sound OLED Speaker Panel
by Joao Martins

New LG G8 ThinQ Smartphone Uses New Crystal Sound OLED Speaker Panel

Among the many iPhone-clone phones introduced at MWC 2019, some are more deserving of attention than others. Most of the brands introduce so many different models, that most of them will stay unnoticed by the market anyway. Among the Android-based phones, LG is the company that shows more restrain, focusing on improving key features that users will effectively appreciate, while exploring brand new technologies. In the audio front, the new LG G8 ThinQ model stands-out for its screen speaker and improved audio features.
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Shure Axient Digital ADX Wireless Transmitters Now Globally Available
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Shure Axient Digital ADX Wireless Transmitters Now Globally Available

Wireless microphone systems and especially the large multichannel configurations are one of continuously growing categories in professional audio, in spite of - or precisely because of - the radio-frequency challenges. Shure announced its award-winning Axient Digital ADX series wireless transmitters are now widely available through all global resellers and distributors. The brand's latest innovation in wireless technology, provides robust RF and audio performance for the world's premier broadcasters, theater shows, and venues.
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Sivantos and Widex Successfully Complete Merger and Create WS Audiology
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Sivantos and Widex Successfully Complete Merger and Create WS Audiology

Following approval by the European Commission earlier in February 2019, EQT funds, owners of Sivantos Pte. Ltd. (“Sivantos”), and the Tøpholm and Westermann families, owners of Widex A/S (“Widex”), announced the successful completion of the business combination between Sivantos and Widex. The newly created company will operate under the name WS Audiology and be headquartered in Lynge, Denmark and Singapore.
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