Yasmine Riechers Takes Over as CEO of Georg Neumann GmbH

Yasmine Riechers is to become the new CEO of Georg Neumann GmbH, a subsidiary of the Sennheiser Group. In her new position, she takes over from Ralf Oehl and will be responsible for further expanding Georg Neumann's global business and driving forward the company's strategic direction. Yasmine Riechers was previously Head of the Corporate Development Office of the Sennheiser Group.

Neumann released MA 1 v2.0, the latest version of its MA 1 Automatic Monitor Alignment room correction solution, now with optional multichannel extension. In addition to many detail improvements, for the first time, the optional Multichannel Extension for MA 1 Release 2.0 makes it possible to align surround and immersive installations with the same precision. The room correction works up to 7.1.4 configurations, with all network-enabled Neumann KH Line studio monitors.

Neumann is reissuing one of the most iconic mics in its catalog, the M 49. This is the Neumann large diaphragm tube microphone that was used on countless classic recordings during the 50s and 60s and is now reissued as the M 49 V ($8,499), Handmade in Germany according to the original specifications. Neumann says that it can even be used side by side with the originals. The main differences are on the power source and polar pattern control unit that will automatically adapt to any mains voltage according to today's specs. Also new, the "V" in the new M 49 V stands for its variable circuits and sound options.

Following the unexpected departure of Wolfgang Fraissinet from Georg Neumann GmbH, in July 2019, Ralf Oehl has now been appointed as CEO of the famous company, part of the Sennheiser Group. In his new position, Ralf will continue to build the business and brand, further developing the overall strategic direction of the studio microphone and studio monitor company. He will report to Peter Claussen, COO of the Sennheiser Group.

Wolfgang Fraissinet, the most recognizable face of Georg Neumann GmbH, and the company’s Marketing and Finance President, will leave the studio specialist to pursue new career opportunities in the audio and music industry, Sennheiser announced. “We thank Wolfgang for his huge contribution to the success of Georg Neumann GmbH for almost three decades,” said Peter Claussen, COO of Sennheiser.