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Spatial Starts Shipping Space Kit Targeting Wellness, Healthcare Facilities and Workplaces
March 1, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Spatial Starts Shipping Space Kit Targeting Wellness, Healthcare Facilities and Workplaces

Spatial has confirmed that its Space Kit, announced in November 2022, is available to order. This is being promoted as the first all-in-one immersive audio hardware and software solution for health and wellness applications - where the company has add great success - all the way to commercial work spaces. Space Kit will be shipping with dozens of fully-immersive soundscapes that promote well-being and productivity, reduce stress and enable new types of therapies for healthcare and wellbeing.
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Speaker Enclosures and Cabinets in Voice Coil March 2023
February 28, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Speaker Enclosures and Cabinets in Voice Coil March 2023

In this issue of Voice Coil, Mike Klasco shares his experience dealing with sustainability and other noble goals, an article that was greatly inspired by the effort to compile another updated Speaker Enclosure Vendor Directory for 2023. In Acoustic Patents, James Croft explains how Yamaha recently invented a clever way to use a Class-D amplifier to bend the infamous "Hofmann’s Iron Law." And Vance Dickason takes the new 10HX230 10" coaxial professional driver from Faital Pro to his Test Bench.
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Parasound Chooses Darren Myers to Lead Research & Development Efforts
February 28, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Parasound Chooses Darren Myers to Lead Research & Development Efforts

Following the acquisition by entrepreneur David Sheriff of the prestigious audio equipment brand Parasound, in December 2022, the company is confirming a series of appointments. Early in his tenure as Parasound's new owner, David Sheriff made a commitment to the company's legendary designer, John Curl, to bring more of his new ideas to the fore. To accelerate this process, Sheriff has hired Darren Myers as Vice President of Research and Development.
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Jabra Announces Work-From-Anywhere Speak2 Professional Speakerphone Line-Up
February 28, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Jabra Announces Work-From-Anywhere Speak2 Professional Speakerphone Line-Up

Jabra expanded its range of solutions for the hybrid office with the launch the Speak2 range. The new Speak2 75, Speak2 55 and the Speak2 40 professional speakerphones are engineered specifically to meet the need for an intelligent speaker that is built to work anywhere. Improving from the experience with existing Jabra speakerphones, the Speak2 range offers professional, pocketable, and portable devices packed with the latest technology.
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Dirac Opteo and Dirac Virtuo Automotive Audio Solutions Now Running on NXP Audio ICs
February 27, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Dirac Opteo and Dirac Virtuo Automotive Audio Solutions Now Running on NXP Audio ICs

Dirac announced an expanded collaboration with NXP Semiconductors to combine Dirac’s digital audio solutions for entry-level vehicle sound systems with NXP’s SAF4000 multi-standard software defined radio processors. This collaboration now allows automakers to digitally upgrade the performance of entry-level sound systems, which are typically those supplied in cars utilizing up to 9 speakers.
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Primare Prisma Integrated Amplifiers Are Roon Ready
February 23, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Primare Prisma Integrated Amplifiers Are Roon Ready

Primare, the Swedish designer and manufacturer of hi-fi components, announced that three of its best-selling Prisma integrated amplifiers - i15, i25 and i35 - received Roon Ready certification from Roon Labs. Being Roon Ready means that the systems transparently discover and connect to Roon with bit-perfect audio delivered from Roon to the network player. The owners of these models will find the update automatically downloaded and installed on their electronics.
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Genelec Marks 45th Anniversary with Global Events and Experiences
February 22, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Genelec Marks 45th Anniversary with Global Events and Experiences

Genelec is marking its 45th anniversary this year by launching the Genelec 45 World Tour, celebrating truthful sound and the passion that powers it. The extensive tour combines demonstrations of Genelec studio monitors with a program of premium learning and listening experiences, complemented by a major global music collaboration. A series of initiatives for audio professionals, sonic creators and audio/music enthusiasts, wherever they might be located.
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Sonus faber Sound System Enhances New Full Electric Maserati Granturismo
February 21, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Sonus faber Sound System Enhances New Full Electric Maserati Granturismo

The Maserati Luxury Experience is now fully electric and that poses completely new challenges in terms of sound. Expanding the partnership between the two iconic Italian brands, Sonus faber unveiled the integration of its sound system in Maserati’s new GranTurismo vehicle, a groundbreaking new product that is 100% electric, and required a new immersive soundtrack.
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The National Association of Broadcasters and NAB Show Celebrate Centennial Year
February 20, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

The National Association of Broadcasters and NAB Show Celebrate Centennial Year

The NAB Show, held April 15–19, 2023 in Las Vegas, NV, is celebrating its centennial year as the preeminent conference and exhibition driving the evolution of broadcast, media and entertainment. The annual trade show is the ultimate marketplace for next-generation technology inspiring superior audio and video experiences, from creation to distribution across multiple platforms. The 2023 edition will creates a broadcast TV and radio experience in the West Hall of Las Vegas Convention Center.
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Sound Devices A20-Nexus 12- and 16-channel Options Now Available
February 17, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Sound Devices A20-Nexus 12- and 16-channel Options Now Available

Introduced in November 2022, the Sound Devices A20-Nexus true diversity wireless receiver pushed beyond the capabilities in the category by offering advanced features like a 470-1525 MHz tuning range with SpectraBand, remote control of transmitters via NexLink, real time spectrum analysis, and a full eight channels in a half-rack unit. The A20-Nexus receiver is also unique in its ability to be increased to 12 or 16 receiver channels with the new A20-Nexus 4-Channel Expansion License, which is now available for purchase or for rent.
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