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B&C Speakers Finalizes Eminence Acquisition in the US and China
by Joao Martins

B&C Speakers Finalizes Eminence Acquisition in the US and China

B&C Speakers, one of the leading loudspeaker manufacturers for professional audio applications, based in Florence, Italy, announced that it has acquired 100% of Kentucky-based Eminence Speaker, LLC, the manufacturer of professional audio and guitar amplification loudspeakers, and its manufacturing facilities in Dongguan, China. According to B&C Speakers' CEO Lorenzo Coppini, this acquisition will strengthen the company's global reach, while "creating an opportunity to relaunch and enhance an iconic American brand."
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Pure Fi Unveils New Pro HDMI 2.1 Active Optical Cable at CEDIA 2023
by Joao Martins

Pure Fi Unveils New Pro HDMI 2.1 Active Optical Cable at CEDIA 2023

Pure Fi is a new company based in Santa Clara, CA, that just recently launched a dynamic crowdfunding campaign in the connectivity space with its "glow-in-the-dark" Aurora 8K HDMI Active Optical Cable for gaming and entertainment applications. Right after, Pure Fi made a splash at CEDIA Expo 2023 when it launched the new Pro HDMI 2.1 Active Optical Cable with a new modular design and flexible installations options, designed to meet the requirements of the professional installation industries.
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Lyngdorf Audio Launches MXA-8400 High-Performance Power Amplifier With Purifi Technology
by audioXpress Staff

Lyngdorf Audio Launches MXA-8400 High-Performance Power Amplifier With Purifi Technology

The launch of the Lyngdorf MXA-8400 8-channel amplifier, introduces an extraordinarily powerful, power-efficient, and ultra-linear multichannel amplifier, incorporating Purifi Eigentakt technology and delivering 8 x 400 watt. The MXA-8400 also features the new, highly efficient Lyngdorf PowerPerfect power supply with Channel Balancing Technology and integrated mains power decoupling and filtering.
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Amadeus Spins Off Immersive Sound Brand Holophonix Creating Eponymous Startup
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Amadeus Spins Off Immersive Sound Brand Holophonix Creating Eponymous Startup

Holophonix is now a separate entity from French loudspeaker manufacturer Amadeus, and has a new Director, Frédéric Biessy. Created in 2017 by Gaëtan Byk in coordination with leading French research institutions CNRS and IRCAM, Holophonix has now become its own legal entity with dedicated resources, and is seeking capital with a first round of financing to accelerate the company’s growth and product deployment. Holophonix is now a startup with impressive breakthroughs in hardware and software design and adoption throughout the world.
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Bang & Olufsen Introduces Beolab 8 at CEDIA Expo 2023
by Joao Martins

Bang & Olufsen Introduces Beolab 8 at CEDIA Expo 2023

The new Bang & Olufsen Beolab 8 compact speaker was the highlight of the company's booth at CEDIA Expo 2023 in Denver, CO. Anticipating the official launch in October 2023, the new Beolab 8 was showcased at the residential integration trade show as "the embodiment of versatility that shines on its own, sings in any setup and performs wherever you place it." Available in distinct finishes and with a wide range of installation accessories for different use cases, this speaker promises to be a real popular model.
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Sonos Introduces Significantly Improved Move 2 Portable Speaker
by Joao Martins

Sonos Introduces Significantly Improved Move 2 Portable Speaker

Sonos debuted Move 2, the next generation of its original Move portable speaker, now with a dual tweeter design that delivers a more spacious stereo image, improved Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, and new touch controls. But the improved Move 2 also features an expanded battery life for up to 24 hours, a new Wireless Charging Base (included), plus new USB-C Line in and USB-C device charging, which expands its possibilities considerably. The Move 2 is rated IP56 for dust and water resistance, making it perfect for outdoor use.
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HEDD Audio Announces HEDDphone TWO, Lighter and Refined AMT Headphones
by Joao Martins

HEDD Audio Announces HEDDphone TWO, Lighter and Refined AMT Headphones

HEDD Audio, the Berlin-based manufacturer of studio monitors and headphones, announced the launch of the successor to the original HEDDphone ONE Air Motion Transformer (AMT) headphones, introduced in 2019. The new HEDDphone TWO are powered by advances in AMT technology and informed by profound user feedback. The company calls it "a turbo-charged evolution." The open-back over-ear driver, headband and strap system were completely redesigned, resulting in a 25% weight reduction of the headphones to 550g in total.
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AudioControl Shows New GaN-Based Home Theater and Dante Solutions at CEDIA Expo 2023
by audioXpress Staff

AudioControl Shows New GaN-Based Home Theater and Dante Solutions at CEDIA Expo 2023

AudioControl will be attending CEDIA Expo in Denver, CO, reenergized and focused on presenting a range of innovative solutions. Designed based on market trends and feedback from system integrators, AudioControl’s newest amplifiers and mini-chassis surround receivers deliver the latest technologies while creating opportunities for integration professionals. The company will introduce Dante network connectivity to its successful AudioControl Director Model M6800 multi-zone amplifier, and launch two compact-chassis surround receivers to deliver Dolby Atmos and DTS:X Pro processing in any zone.
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WiSA Association to Unveil First WISA DS Soundbar at CEDIA Expo 2023
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WiSA Association to Unveil First WISA DS Soundbar at CEDIA Expo 2023

WiSA Association enters CEDIA Expo 2023 with new wireless multichannel technology designed specifically for soundbars and a growing roster of WiSA-enabled speakers, TVs and projectors from its engaged membership base. The Association’s CEDIA booth, in addition to its members’ booths throughout the show floor, will include a range of interoperable products that allow for immersive, wireless audio experiences in an instant. WiSA Certified and interoperable products from Savant, Bang & Olufsen, Dynaudio, Lithe Audio, Platin Audio, Hisense and more will highlight the adoption of WiSA’s wireless audio standard.
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Bluetooth LE Audio Development for Smart Hearables Seminar
by audioXpress Staff

Bluetooth LE Audio Development for Smart Hearables Seminar

With the availability of the first platforms and sources, the window for Product Developers to leverage the potential of Bluetooth LE Audio products and create a strong impact at launch is now getting smaller. Learn how to bring LE Audio products to market now. Evolve Bluetooth Classic radio products and design for Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) radio. The Bluetooth LE Audio Development for Smart Hearables seminar is planned to take place in Q2 2024 at the Sonesta Silicon Valley, CA.
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