AXPONA 2022 Audio Expo Returns In-Person Stronger Than Ever

North America's largest high end audio expo, AXPONA returns in-person April 22-24, 2022 to the Chicago Area. The whole audio industry has been anticipating the return of this event, which in its 11th edition promises already 500+ exhibitors and brands, 130+ interactive listening rooms, an expanded Expo Hall, a dedicated headphone area, live concerts, seminars and much more. Once again at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center.

The forthcoming Florida Audio Expo, happening at the Embassy Suites by Hilton, in Tampa, from February 18–20, will be a unique opportunity to listen to the new TAD Evolution Series E-2 floor-standing speakers. Following the recent announcement that Pro Audio Design was appointed the official US and Canda distributor for Technical Audio Devices Laboratories (TAD), the company will have a dedicated demonstration suite showcasing the impressive new Evolution Series of hi-fi audio components.

The NAMM Show is the largest trade-only event for music products, pro audio and event technologies, creating also an ideal platform to unveil the latest in acoustical solutions and materials. Celebrating 27 years of continuous research and development efforts in acoustics, JOCAVI will attend the Anaheim, CA event (January 16-19), where it will show the latest generation of improved SEAFOM acoustic panels, ideal for noise control and sound insulation in large surfaces, while meeting the most demanding safety and aesthetic requirements.

Founded twenty-six years ago and with a worldwide presence including the North American market, the Portuguese acoustic solutions manufacturer JOCAVI now announced the creation of its own company in the United States. JOCAVI Acoustic Panels Corporation was established to reinforce its presence in the US market, one of its most important export destinations since the company's inception. The new company will now be able to produce and deliver materials and products locally, providing better support to US customers.

Imagine that you had to compose a 3-minute song that would represent your country in the largest song contest, televised live to 200 million viewers - the world's largest live music broadcast event. You have exactly 3 minutes to conquer the preferences of professional judges and each country's TV audience, knowing that a large number of people (and the majority in some countries) would vote simply based on their sympathy for neighbouring countries, cultural affinity, or artist recognition, given that no country can vote for its own song.

The August 2017 edition of audioXpress is now ready to download and on its way to print subscribers. Our Acoustics in Focus issue includes a round-up of First-Approach Acoustic Solutions, we highlight how JOCAVI Acoustic Shells enhance stage sound, and feature great articles by acoustic experts Jim DeGrandis, Ethan Winer, John Calder, and our own columnist Richard Honeycutt. Also in this issue, read our Munich High End 2017 report and reviews of the Celemony Melodyne 4 software and Primacoustic Recoil Stabilizers.

Highly specialized acoustic shells designed by Portuguese company JOCAVI Acoustic Panels have been commissioned for use by the prestigious Malta Philharmonic Orchestra and premiered in a recent concert of Beethoven's Eroica in the historical Republic Hall, part of the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta, Malta. The WoodFoil Acoustic Shell portable panels have dramatically improved sound diffusion during the performance with results praised by the orchestra and the public.

As stated in this month’s editorial, “Acoustics are part of this magazine’s mission.” This month, apart from our regular Sound Control column, audioXpress features a complete Acoustical Solutions product round-up; an introduction to Artnovion, a new company in the acoustic treatment segment; addresses how to eliminate room reflections in woofer measurements; and discusses bass trap myths. audioXpress August 2016 also includes the High End 2016 show report and much more. Download your copy now!