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Creative Announces Stage SE Under-Monitor Soundbar with Bluetooth 5.3 and USB Digital Audio
March 14, 2023 by Alfred Moody

Creative Announces Stage SE Under-Monitor Soundbar with Bluetooth 5.3 and USB Digital Audio

Soundbars have originally conquered the living room to compensate for the poor sound in very thin TVs, and evolved in meeting rooms by gaining microphones and conferencing features. At the same time, under-monitor soundbars are gaining popularity for both gaming and working from home. Creative Technology announced the release of Creative Stage SE, the fourth and smallest under-monitor soundbar in this series, designed to amp up the user’s desktop audio experience.
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Bang & Olufsen Introduces New Generation of Iconic Beosound A9 and Beosound 2 Home Speakers
March 14, 2023 by Alfred Moody

Bang & Olufsen Introduces New Generation of Iconic Beosound A9 and Beosound 2 Home Speakers

Bang & Olufsen announced a new generation of its Beosound A9 and Beosound 2 home audio speakers. More than being available in new Black Anthracite, Gold Tone, and Natural finishes, the two speakers now join Bang & Olufsen’s range of future-proof products on the Mozart software platform, created to ensure product longevity beyond physical design. Designed to be updated and improved the Mozart platform is easy to service and allows for future upgrades of the streaming module.
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ATC Announces SCM25A Pro Mk2 Three-Way Active Studio Monitor
February 20, 2023 by Alfred Moody

ATC Announces SCM25A Pro Mk2 Three-Way Active Studio Monitor

ATC announced upcoming availability of the SCM25A Pro Mk2 as a compact, three-way, high-performance active monitor — maintaining the core of its popular predecessor from which it evolved while refining key areas of design and performance, including replacing the original SCM25A Pro’s OEM high-frequency driver with the specialist British manufacturer’s own ‘S-SPEC’ SH25-76S premium soft-dome, dual-suspension tweeter.
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EAW Designs New MKC Series Coaxial Speakers for Installation Flexibility
February 17, 2023 by Alfred Moody

EAW Designs New MKC Series Coaxial Speakers for Installation Flexibility

Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW) has announced its new MKC Series 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeakers, joining the brand's integration solutions for small and media spaces. Available in four models — MKC50, MKC60, MKC80 and MKC120 — the new speaker family delivers consistent tonality for a variety of applications, even at higher output levels. Combined with the companion UXA4401 and UXA4403 amps and accessories, the MKC series speakers are a flexible tool to help audio designers provide exceptional sound for any venue.
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Creative Introduces High Performance Sound Blaster X5 USB DAC and Amplifier
February 2, 2023 by Alfred Moody

Creative Introduces High Performance Sound Blaster X5 USB DAC and Amplifier

With the launch of the new Sound Blaster X5, a desktop USB DAC and amplifier design, Creative targets the more demanding requirements of music enthusiasts looking for a companion interface to their music streaming sources, with enough power to match the most demanding headphones. Using class-leading components, latest audio technologies, and comprehensive connectivity options, the Creative Sound Blaster X5 is a compelling audio solution that sets a new standard in the range.
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Meyer Sound Introduces 2100-LFC Low-Frequency Control Element With New Four Voice Coil 21" Woofer
January 25, 2023 by Alfred Moody

Meyer Sound Introduces 2100-LFC Low-Frequency Control Element With New Four Voice Coil 21" Woofer

Meyer Sound announced a new 2100-LFC low-frequency control array element, a powerful new loudspeaker design that extends the advanced technology of its latest Phanter large-format linear line array loudspeaker down to the lowest limits of audibility. By pairing a potent Class-D amplifier with a single, all-new 21-inch driver with four voice coils, the 2100-LFC produces an extended frequency response from 30Hz to 125Hz.
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Brane Audio Debuts Brane X Portable Speaker with Built-in Subwoofer
January 2, 2023 by Alfred Moody

Brane Audio Debuts Brane X Portable Speaker with Built-in Subwoofer

Brane Audio, an audio company from Austin, Texas, is introducing a new portable speaker at CES 2023 which the company says is able to generate expanded low frequency response. The Brane X is the first speaker in its class to include a subwoofer, producing much more bass than comparable portable speakers thanks to the company's new Repel-Attract Driver (R.A.D.) that uses a novel "magnetic negative spring" supported by an axial magnetic bearing system. Brane Audio is offering private demos of its new speaker during CES.
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PSB Speakers Now Shipping Alpha iQ Streaming Speakers with BluOS
December 7, 2022 by Alfred Moody

PSB Speakers Now Shipping Alpha iQ Streaming Speakers with BluOS

PSB Speakers announced the broad retail availability of the Alpha iQ, Streaming Powered Speakers with BluOS, the brand’s first pair of wireless streaming bookshelf speakers that integrate control, source and amplification. These affordable all-in-one wireless speakers were announced just before CEDIA Expo 2022. Not only they are relatively affordable for active speakers, but they expand the Lenbrook Bluesound wireless audio ecosystem, managed with the BluOS Controller app.
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Electro-Voice EVERSE 8 Battery-Powered Loudspeaker Receives CES 2023 Innovation Award
November 25, 2022 by Alfred Moody

Electro-Voice EVERSE 8 Battery-Powered Loudspeaker Receives CES 2023 Innovation Award

The first battery-powered loudspeaker from Electro-Voice and the first weatherized model of its type, the EVERSE 8 takes advantage of the latest advancements in technology to provide a truly portable and truly wireless audio experience at a new price and performance level. The prosumer design received a CES 2023 Innovation Award, recognizing its all-in-one feature set, including QuickSmart Mobile app, Bluetooth control and streaming, onboard mixer and studio-quality effects.
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Fluid Audio Announces Professional Studio Monitor Solution with Sonarworks Integration
November 15, 2022 by Alfred Moody

Fluid Audio Announces Professional Studio Monitor Solution with Sonarworks Integration

Fluid Audio is the latest studio monitor company to announce a partnership with Sonarworks to deliver a complete pro studio monitoring solution, built around its brand new Image 2 studio monitors and SoundID Reference calibration software. As with previous hardware integrations, the Sonarworks software allows users the ability to create their own calibration profile for the Image 2 studio monitors, removing unwanted colorations, and offering a more accurate reference in any studio or home environment.
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