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Amazon Introduces New Alexa-On-Device Echo Models and Updated Echo Studio Spatial Audio
by Joao Martins

Amazon Introduces New Alexa-On-Device Echo Models and Updated Echo Studio Spatial Audio

After two years without any relevant announcements on the smart speaker arena, Amazon announced updated versions of its popular Echo devices. All-new Echo Dot and Echo Dot with Clock deliver up to two-times the bass of the previous generation, add a temperature sensor, double as eero mesh wifi extenders. More significant, the Echo Studio flagship features a new spatial audio processing technology and upgraded drivers to do what it promised when it launched four years ago.
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Elgato Launches Wave DX Dynamic Microphone Designed in Cooperation with Lewitt Audio
by audioXpress Staff

Elgato Launches Wave DX Dynamic Microphone Designed in Cooperation with Lewitt Audio

Elgato, the hardware and software brand for content creators announced the launch of Wave DX, a premium XLR microphone using proven dynamic capsule technology designed in close cooperation with Austrian microphone manufacturer Lewitt Audio. The professional-looking Wave DX microphone works with any XLR preamp or audio interface and will deliver studio-quality sound for streamers, podcasters and even gamers.
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Knowles Releases New TWS Reference Design Tuned to the Knowles Preferred Listening Response Curve
by Joao Martins

Knowles Releases New TWS Reference Design Tuned to the Knowles Preferred Listening Response Curve

Knowles announced the availability of KN2, a True Wireless Stereo (TWS) reference design tuned to the Knowles Preferred Listening Response Curve, incorporating results of the company's study for music listening on in-ear designs. KN2 features a state-of-art hybrid dual driver system paired with an advanced Bluetooth system-on-chip (SoC) and active noise cancellation (ANC) system along with other advanced features.
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ESS Technology Announces New 2-Channel High Performance Audio Analog-to-Digital Converter
by Joao Martins

ESS Technology Announces New 2-Channel High Performance Audio Analog-to-Digital Converter

ESS Technology, the audio semiconductor company from San Jose, California, announced its new 2 channel ES9821 SABRE Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) with a typical DNR of +120dB and -112dB of THD+N. This is a device that ESS says sets a new industry benchmark for audio performance, features, and cost effectiveness, and that will quickly will find its way in both new studio equipment and mastering systems, as well as the latest high-end designs.
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Redefines Sound Quality and Premium Design in Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones
by audioXpress Staff

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Redefines Sound Quality and Premium Design in Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones

Bowers & Wilkins launched its new flagship wireless headphones, featuring all-new drivers with ultra-high-resolution carbon cones – angled within each earcup – that deliver lower distortion and better resolution for reference-quality audio. New luxurious materials include diecast aluminum arms, diamond-cut bright metal detailing and Nappa leather trim available in tan or black finishes. The Bowers & Wilkins Music App was also upgraded to include direct music streaming for headphones – a breakthrough in user experience.
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Key Loudspeaker Updates for the Industry in Voice Coil October 2022
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Key Loudspeaker Updates for the Industry in Voice Coil October 2022

In this edition of Voice Coil, Mike Klasco writes about Dr. Kurt Müller's 100-Year Anniversary, Mike Klasco and Nora Wong compiled an updated Integrated Electronics for Loudspeakers directory, and James Croft reviews an intriguing patent of a Vertically and Horizontally Balanced Subwoofer. For this issue's Test Bench, Vance Dickason focused his full attention on another innovative driver from Purifi Audio, this time the PTT5.25X04-NFA-01 5.25” Midbass Woofer.
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Dirac and Sound United Announce Strategic Collaboration to Bring Dirac Live to Denon and Marantz
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Dirac and Sound United Announce Strategic Collaboration to Bring Dirac Live to Denon and Marantz

Swedish digital audio processing pioneer Dirac and Sound United, one of the world’s largest portfolio audio companies, announced a collaboration to make the Dirac Live room correction solution available in several new AV receivers and AV preamplifiers from Denon and Marantz – elevating both companies’ home theater capabilities and offering premium, high-quality audio experiences at a range of price points. Six new home theater products from Denon and Marantz will now come “Dirac Ready” to run the Dirac Live solution.
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Jabra Expands Connect Line With True Wireless Earbuds 
Engineered for Remote Work
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Jabra Expands Connect Line With True Wireless Earbuds 
Engineered for Remote Work

Focused on the ultimate technology for personal sound and office solutions, Jabra announced the Jabra Connect 5t as the third product in Jabra’s Connect series. Based on the recent Elite 5 model, the new Jabra Connect 5t boasts 6-mic call technology, Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Bluetooth Multipoint connection, Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair, and wireless charging. Most importantly, the earbuds are designed for all-day comfort and to help users work from anywhere.
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AudioControl Celebrates 45 Years and Introduces Exciting New Products at CEDIA Expo 2022
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AudioControl Celebrates 45 Years and Introduces Exciting New Products at CEDIA Expo 2022

AudioControl will signal its 45 years in business during CEDIA Expo 2022, which this year takes place in Dallas, TX. The Seattle, WA-based manufacturer will show premium home entertainment solutions to attendees, including a powerful new 70-volt GaN amplifier technology with available Dante network connectivity, innovative solutions to support the custom integration installer, premium 8K home theater products, and much more. All unique integration products Made in USA.
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HEAD acoustics Announces ArtemiS Suite Release 14 with HoloMetrix AR Interface
by Joao Martins

HEAD acoustics Announces ArtemiS Suite Release 14 with HoloMetrix AR Interface

HEAD acoustics announced the launch of its Artemis Suite Release 14 software for sound and vibration analysis. Among the multiple improvements, new features and user interface refinements, the new software introduces a new Augmented Reality (AR) interface, developed in cooperation with HoloMetrix, that makes tasks such as the creation of sound intensity maps for fast source localization much easier, faster, and more reliable.
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