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HANCE and Intel Join Forces to Deliver Advanced Audio Processing on AI PCs
by Joao Martins

HANCE and Intel Join Forces to Deliver Advanced Audio Processing on AI PCs

HANCE is a Norwegian company created by the founders of Acon Digital and Soundly with a mission to create the fastest and most adaptable audio enhancement algorithms available. The Hance Audio Engine was released in 2023, allowing machine learning-based, studio-quality audio processing technology with minimal battery consumption and ultra-low processing demands. Now, as an audio partner for Intel’s AI PC initiative, HANCE's audio processing models will run on Intel’s Neural Processing Unit (NPU), integrated in Intel’s Core Ultra Series 2 processor family.
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Gary Dayton Acquires Coherent Source Service to Extend the Legacy of Thiel Loudspeakers
by audioXpress Staff

Gary Dayton Acquires Coherent Source Service to Extend the Legacy of Thiel Loudspeakers

Coherent Source Service has been acquired from founder Rob Gillum by former Thiel Service Manager Gary Dayton, who was originally trained for his position at Thiel by Gillum. Dayton worked for Thiel from 2005-2013, where his role evolved to include service, sales, training initiatives, and new product development, having worked directly with Jim Thiel. Now, Gary Dayton will repair all legacy Thiel loudspeaker models (1977-2012) while expanding to offer additional high-performance loudspeaker service.
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MISCO Appoints Akiyoshi Isoi as Managing Director of MISCO Japan
by Joao Martins

MISCO Appoints Akiyoshi Isoi as Managing Director of MISCO Japan

MISCO, the Minneapolis Speaker Company, has named Akiyoshi Isoi, better known as Aki, Managing Director of MISCO Japan, at the company’s newly established office in Osaka. Under Isoi’s leadership, MISCO Japan will serve as the primary point of contact for the company’s growing OEM customer base in the region, focusing on a diverse range of industries, including casino and pachinko gaming, kiosk, and transit sectors.
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Cirrus Logic Expands Pro Audio Portfolio with New Range of ADCs and DACs
by Joao Martins

Cirrus Logic Expands Pro Audio Portfolio with New Range of ADCs and DACs

Cirrus Logic announced the launch of its latest additions to the Pro Audio product family: two analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) and two digital-to-analog converters (DACs) that are designed to deliver exceptional audio performance at a cost-effective price point. Highlighting affordability without compromising audio quality, these new devices are tailored for hifi playback, installed audio systems, professional audio setups, musical instruments, and USB audio interfaces.
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Ceva Launches MotionEngine Hex Ultra-Wideband (UWB) and Motion Sensor Solution for Spatial Control
by Joao Martins

Ceva Launches MotionEngine Hex Ultra-Wideband (UWB) and Motion Sensor Solution for Spatial Control

Ceva introduced MotionEngine Hex, a next-generation motion control software solution that enables precise, natural interaction with Smart TVs and connected displays. MotionEngine Hex software fuses UWB and motion sensor data to deliver 6-degree-of-freedom (6-DOF) motion tracking and intuitive control, enabling new interaction paradigms for electronic displays. Ceva is demonstrating the new solution at Sensors Converge 2025.
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Solid State Logic Unveils New Oracle Analog Mixing Console
by Joao Martins

Solid State Logic Unveils New Oracle Analog Mixing Console

Solid State Logic (SSL) announced the launch of Oracle, a new analog mixer that offers instant, effortless, and complete recall and reset across the entire console, promising to reenergize studio production. The famous British brand calls it a “future analogue console” concept that uses ActiveAnalogue technology to deliver SSL's signature analog sound and processing with the convenience of digital control, fulfilling the dreams of producers, engineers, and studio owners worldwide.
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BrainChip and HaiLa Demonstrate Ultra-Low Power Edge AI for Connected Sensor Applications
by audioXpress Staff

BrainChip and HaiLa Demonstrate Ultra-Low Power Edge AI for Connected Sensor Applications

BrainChip Holdings, a pioneer in ultra-low power, neuromorphic processors, announced a strategic collaboration with HaiLa Technologies, an innovator in ultra-low power wireless connectivity. The partnership aims to deliver power optimized, smart edge AI devices with integrated sensor intelligence, connectivity, and computation. BrainChip and HaiLa are working with leading OEMs and ecosystem partners to bring their combined capabilities to multiple markets.
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sensiBel Launches SBM100B Optical MEMS Microphone Family at Sensors Converge 2025
by Joao Martins

sensiBel Launches SBM100B Optical MEMS Microphone Family at Sensors Converge 2025

The first product based on the revolutionary technology from sensiBel will be officially launched at the Sensors Converge conference and exhibition, taking place June 24-26 in Santa Clara, CA. In a pivotal moment for the optical MEMS microphone pioneer, the SBM100B digital output microphone is now commercially available and will be demonstrated publicly at the event. The SBM100B family includes PDM and I²S digital audio interfaces, as well as an 8-channel TDM configuration for beamforming and microphone arrays.
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Syntiant to Showcase High Performance Miniature Digital Microphone at Sensors Converge 2025
by Joao Martins

Syntiant to Showcase High Performance Miniature Digital Microphone at Sensors Converge 2025

Syntiant the pioneer of low-power edge AI devices which acquired Knowles’ microphone and vibration sensors business in 2024, will exhibit a suite of intelligent sensor and AI-enabled technologies at Sensors Converge 2025, June 24–26 at the Santa Clara Convention Center. The company will also host a series of demonstrations, spotlighting innovations from its AI and sensor business units, including new microphones embedded with the company’s neural processors.
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Listen Announces SoundCheck 23 Release with Improved Graphics Performance
by Joao Martins

Listen Announces SoundCheck 23 Release with Improved Graphics Performance

Listen released SoundCheck 23, a new feature-rich update to its flagship audio test software. SoundCheck 23 includes many new features for both R&D and production users, including real-time tonal masking curves for detailed perceptual audio analysis, a new multichannel oscilloscope, and a new time/ frequency cursor for recorded Stweep waveforms. This update also introduces support for AudioConnect 8x8, Listen’s new multichannel interface. SoundCheck 23 also improve performance, particularly for graphical display, and updates the sequence editor for faster test development.
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