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Universal Audio Apollo E Series Expands Dante Networking Possibilities
by Joao Martins

Universal Audio Apollo E Series Expands Dante Networking Possibilities

Responding to the popularity of audio networking solutions for studios and stage, Universal Audio announced the Apollo E Series of PoE peripherals for Dante‑networked audio systems and the Apollo x16D audio interface. The new Apollo e1x adds remote-controllable Unison mic/line preamps to the Apollo x16D, while the Apollo e2m expands Dante networked systems with I/O and monitor control, enabling acclaimed UAD plug‑ins to work directly over Dante.
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Neurochrome Launches Universal Purifi Input Buffer
by audioXpress Staff

Neurochrome Launches Universal Purifi Input Buffer

Neurochrome, the Canadian audio electronics company created by Tom Christiansen, just announced an interesting new upcoming product for builders and all DIY enthusiasts. A new universal input buffer board, designed to extract the best possible performance from Purifi and Hypex Class-D amplifier modules. Improving on the Purifi EVAL1 and the Hypex NC500 evaluation board, the new universal single-channel (mono) design provides a differential output for the amplifier, even if the input to the buffer is single-ended.
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Tariffs and Risks to Global Supply Chains Webinar, March 27
by Joao Martins

Tariffs and Risks to Global Supply Chains Webinar, March 27

The Audio and Loudspeaker Technologies International (ALTI) Association is promoting the free webinar "Using Tariffs As A Geopolitical Weapon – The Uncertainty and Risk to Global Supply Chains," presented by Rosemary Coates, Executive Director of the Reshoring Institute. Another online session of interest for the overall audio industry. Thursday, March 27, 2025 at Noon Pacific Time.
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A More Powerful, Simpler Amp from WiiM! New 100W Vibelink Amp and DAC
by Joao Martins

A More Powerful, Simpler Amp from WiiM! New 100W Vibelink Amp and DAC

WiiM, the connected audio home brand created by Linkplay Technology, is moving fast and expanding its portfolio of solutions. The new WiiM Vibelink Class-D amplifier is the latest component in the WiiM ecosystem, offering nearly 67% more power than the existing WiiM Amp Pro, plus a built-in premium 24-bit/192kHz DAC, digital optical, and coaxial inputs with support for variable resolutions and sample rates, with clean switching, ensuring no pop noise even when audio resolution changes.
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Kardome Provides Superior Voice Recognition on NVIDIA AGX Platform
by Joao Martins

Kardome Provides Superior Voice Recognition on NVIDIA AGX Platform

Kardome, the voice recognition and control software company, announced that its Kardome Mobility solution is now available on the NVIDIA AGX Platform. Running Kardome's Spatial Hearing AI, the technology is able to capture individual voices from up to six seats with a single mic array. The solution runs on the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin in-vehicle computer and enables precise voice recognition, considerably enhancing the in-cabin voice experience and reducing costs for OEMs and automotive manufacturers.
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d&b group Fine-Tunes Leadership Team to Focus on Strategic Development with d&b audiotechnik
by audioXpress Staff

d&b group Fine-Tunes Leadership Team to Focus on Strategic Development with d&b audiotechnik

As part of its ongoing commitment to strategic growth, d&b announced key leadership transitions to "increase customer focus as well as enhance innovation, improve decision-making, and strengthen collaboration." As of March 17, Jaakko Kaivonen takes on the newly created position of Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at d&b audiotechnik, while Nicola Wagener joins the d&b group as Chief People & Sustainability Officer (CPSO).
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Better Options for Open Control and Monitoring Webinar, March 25
by audioXpress Staff

Better Options for Open Control and Monitoring Webinar, March 25

The Audio Product Development Alliance (APDA) is hosting a new live webinar to discuss new system control and monitoring opportunities in connected devices. During this new APDA presentation, Ethan Wetzell, Platform Strategist for Bosch Communications Systems and Marketing Chair for the OCA Alliance, will discuss how the available AES70 control and monitoring standards suite offers a unique opportunity for product developers, brands, and manufacturers.
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Atonemo Unveils Streamplayer Connected Wireless Design
by Joao Martins

Atonemo Unveils Streamplayer Connected Wireless Design

Atonemo, a new company from Stockholm, Sweden, is launching its first product, the Streamplayer. A pocket-sized device with a USB-C and a single 3.5mm connector, the Streamplayer was designed to be the digital signal source for any speaker, amplifier, or home audio system — regardless of brand, age, or inputs. The company says that the Streamplayer design behaves as a complete wireless, multiroom audio system and will retail for $99 USD/EUR with shipments expected to begin in Spring 2025.
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The Latest in Wireless Earbuds and Hearables Innovations in audioXpress April 2025
by audioXpress Staff

The Latest in Wireless Earbuds and Hearables Innovations in audioXpress April 2025

audioXpress April 2025 is now available and includes a comprehensive Market Update on Wireless Earbuds and Hearables, covering AI, Sensors, how Wi-Fi streaming is possible in headphones, and more. René Christensen explains Expansion Techniques for Acoustical Engineering, Ethan Winer writes about Built-In Guitar Effects, and Vincent Thiernesse shares his incredible single control Low-Frequency Hybrid Crossover. Don't miss also Paul Marchese's Primer on Class-D Amplifiers, and Richard Honeycutt's article on Silvertone guitar amp circuits.
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Merging Technologies' Pyramix 15 Takes Flagship DAW to a Whole New Level
by Joao Martins

Merging Technologies' Pyramix 15 Takes Flagship DAW to a Whole New Level

The software DAW market was always a highly competitive space, where many outstanding products have disappeared over the years. Pyramix survived against all odds, and now reappears with renewed strength. Following more than two years of development, Pyramix 15 was released full of new features and enhancements, starting with a completely redesigned interface and a new Mixer with upgraded Strip and Bus Tools, ARA2 support, enhanced monitoring, re-engineered Merging VS3 plugins, a new video engine, and much more.
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