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MSE Audio Now Shipping Updated SoundTube LA880i-II and LA808i-II Line Array Speakers
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MSE Audio Now Shipping Updated SoundTube LA880i-II and LA808i-II Line Array Speakers

MSE Audio announced an updated aluminum casing to SoundTube's LA880i-II and LA808i-II line array speakers. The first is an advanced Line Array-Point Source 3-way design that provides a very short near-field extent and robust far-field performance, while the LA808i-II is designed to increase the directivity of low frequencies in a combined system. While there are no acoustic changes, the speakers now come with aluminum cabinets for a contemporary look and cleaner aesthetic.
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McIntosh Announces 8K Upgrade to MX123 AV Processor
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McIntosh Announces 8K Upgrade to MX123 AV Processor

Since it was launched in October 2019, the McIntosh MX123 has become a popular audio and video processor for countless home theaters. It launched with 4K/60Hz compatibility, but as technology has progressed, the company now announced an 8K compatibility upgrade for the MX123 A/V Processor. The upgrade also introduces other enhanced HDMI video features, including expanded HDR and Dolby Vision support.
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Steinberg Improves Audio Mastering Possibilities with Updated WaveLab 11
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Steinberg Improves Audio Mastering Possibilities with Updated WaveLab 11

The highly anticipated eleventh version of Steinberg’s audio mastering software, WaveLab, introduces significant new features for stem mastering, multitrack editing, plug-in parameter automation and podcast production. The German software company that is part of Yamaha, introduced Steinberg WaveLab Pro 11 and WaveLab Elements 11, both version offering a comprehensive feature set that meets all demands of mixing and mastering studios and post-production facilities.
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Bose Introduces Smart Soundbar 900 With Dolby Atmos
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Bose Introduces Smart Soundbar 900 With Dolby Atmos

Bose launched its new Smart Soundbar 900, an immersive soundbar design with Dolby Atmos and all-in-one wireless system for music and movies. Custom-engineered with upfiring dipole speakers, the new soundbars works with Bose ADAPTiQ and the Bose Music app for room setup, being able to make it feel like the room is filled with sound from every direction. The Smart Soundbar 900 supports Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, and Bose Voice4Video technology adds voice remote control for a connected TV.
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Triangle Introduces Thetis 340 and Thetis 300 Bass-Reflex Subwoofers
by Joao Martins

Triangle Introduces Thetis 340 and Thetis 300 Bass-Reflex Subwoofers

Home audio and hi-fidelity manufacturers know that demand for high-quality home theater speakers is again on the rise. French loudspeaker manufacturer Triangle Manufacture Electroacoustique updated its range of Thetis subwoofers with two new models. The new Thetis 340 and Thetis 300 compact subwoofers are in line with the brand’s DNA and can be used as part of a home theater setup or as a complement to a stereo system. Available in Black Ash, High Gloss Black and High Gloss White finishes, these down-firing subwoofers blend easily into all interiors.
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JBL Redefines Affordable Wireless Gaming with Quantum 350 Headset
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JBL Redefines Affordable Wireless Gaming with Quantum 350 Headset

The latest JBL Quantum 350 headset provides the ultimate competitive advantage to gamers, with complete freedom from wires. This new gaming product from Harman was designed for gamers looking for an upgraded set-up. Its design and features bring together the most accurate audio experience with gamer-grade lossless connectivity and comfort for long gaming sessions, using a new lightweight headband and PU-wrapped memory foam ear cushions.
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Laird Connectivity Launches BL5340 Bluetooth 5.2 Modules for High Performance LE Audio Applications
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Laird Connectivity Launches BL5340 Bluetooth 5.2 Modules for High Performance LE Audio Applications

The new BL5340 Series of Bluetooth 5.2 and 802.15.4 modules from Laird Connectivity are now available. Based on Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF5340 system-on-chip (SoC), the BL5340 Series delivers a secure, high-performance dual-core MCU wireless solution with a choice of modules - BL5340 with nRF5340, or a power amplified variant (BL5340PA with nRF5340 + nRF21540), with integrated pre-certified PCB or Trace pad antenna options, and multiple tools for advanced Bluetooth LE product development.
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KLANG Announces New KLANG:konductor In-Ear Mixing Processor
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KLANG Announces New KLANG:konductor In-Ear Mixing Processor

KLANG:technologies, the monitoring technology company that is now part of DiGiCo, announced a new hardware mixing processor and interface, designed to increase systems flexibility. Following the successful integration of its software and control with DiGiCo consoles, KLANG has created the KLANG:konductor, its most powerful and versatile immersive in-ear mixing processor to date, delivering 128 input channels and 16 immersive mixes and flexible I/O via 3 DMI card slots.
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LG New UltraGear Gaming Speaker Offers Headset-Free Sound Experiences
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LG New UltraGear Gaming Speaker Offers Headset-Free Sound Experiences

LG Electronics (LG) unveiled a new speaker solution specifically for gaming, which may signal the onset of a new headset-free design, with large potential for all home office applications. The new LG UltraGear Gaming Speaker (model GP9) was designed to be a companion to LG’s premium UltraGear gaming monitors, with game-optimized sound. But the technical specs reveal a whole lot more, making it a very interesting speaker/sound system.
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Audio-Technica Releases Limited-Edition ATH-M50x Headphones in Lantern Glow Metallic Orange
by Joao Martins

Audio-Technica Releases Limited-Edition ATH-M50x Headphones in Lantern Glow Metallic Orange

—Audio-Technica confirmed that is now selling the new ATH-M50xMO Professional Monitor Headphones, a limited-edition "“Lantern Glow"” version of the popular ATH-M50x featuring a metallic orange finish with black and silver accents. This model is the result of a global crowdsourcing campaign, where participants voted on their favorite color to be chosen for a new ATH-M50x model. Or maybe it was just the competition voting for fun...
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