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Drawmer Introduces the 1970 Dual FET Compressor and Pre-Amp at NAMM 2020
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Drawmer Introduces the 1970 Dual FET Compressor and Pre-Amp at NAMM 2020

Drawmer has expanded the breadth and depth of its dynamic processing offerings with the new Drawmer 1970 Dual FET Compressor and Pre-Amp. Audio engineers will notice the similarity of the 1970’s layout to the company’s flagship 1960 Mic Pre & Vacuum Tube Compressor, and, according to the brand, it is destined to fit a similar role in applications where transparent preamps and punchy FET compression fit the bill.
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MWC Barcelona 2020 Cancelled!
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MWC Barcelona 2020 Cancelled!

The 2020 edition of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) will take place again in Barcelona, even with all the political instability in the region, with no Uber service, and with all the geo-political pressures against the Chinese telecom giant Huawei, which is a major sponsor of the event. Indifferent to all this, MWC Barcelona 2020 will once again allow a unique perspective on the future of advanced audio applications, smart speakers, voice recognition and, obviously, true wireless earbuds.
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iHeartRadio Radio and Podcasts Available Via Hound App and Houndify Voice AI Platform
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iHeartRadio Radio and Podcasts Available Via Hound App and Houndify Voice AI Platform

SoundHound, the voice-enabled AI platform and conversational intelligence technology company, announced a new integration with iHeartRadio to bring its audio content to SoundHound’s Hound app and Houndify voice AI platform. Through the partnership, Hound and Houndify users will have access to iHeartRadio’s free offerings including Live Radio (U.S. only), Artist Radio (U.S. only), and Podcasts (available globally except the U.K.).
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MIPI I3C v1.1 Update for I2C Implementers Simplifies Development for Wearables and Connected Devices
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MIPI I3C v1.1 Update for I2C Implementers Simplifies Development for Wearables and Connected Devices

The MIPI Alliance, the international organization that develops interface specifications for mobile and mobile-influenced industries, announced MIPI I3C v1.1, the first update to the interface that eliminates the historical pain points of I2C development. MIPI I3C v1.1 is a scalable, medium-speed, utility and control bus that connects peripherals to an application processor, streamlining integration and improving cost efficiencies in development.
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TuneIn Unveils New Audio Brand Identity for a Voice Activated World
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TuneIn Unveils New Audio Brand Identity for a Voice Activated World

TuneIn, the live global streaming and on-demand audio service, unveiled its new sonic logo in a branding effort to deepen listeners’ connection to its voice assistant-powered entertainment. TuneIn also revealed 56% year-over-year growth in global listening consumption for connected devices as consumers increasingly put their smart speakers and other voice-enabled devices to use and opt for an eyes and hands-free screenless audio streaming experience.
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Universal Audio Steals the NAMM Show with New LUNA Audio Recording System
by Joao Martins

Universal Audio Steals the NAMM Show with New LUNA Audio Recording System

Universal Audio was the center of attention for musicians, composers, sound designers, producers and audio engineers visiting NAMM 2020, with the introduction of the all‑New LUNA Recording System, basically expanding all the massive power of the company’s existing Apollo Thunderbolt UAD recording interfaces. The new LUNA software uses all the UAD hardware power to create a powerful multitrack recording system and to run virtual instruments, truly leveraging the best of both worlds.
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ASI Audio Introduces New 3DME IEM Concept with Active Ambience, EQ and Limiting
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ASI Audio Introduces New 3DME IEM Concept with Active Ambience, EQ and Limiting

A new pro audio company, ASI Audio x Sensaphonics, announced the introduction of 3D Music Enhancement (3DME) at NAMM 2020. The solution, which the company believes to be “the world’s most innovative and powerful in-ear monitoring system,” combines an all-new universal-fit Active Ambient IEM design with built-in MEMS microphones, with a sub-compact bodypack mixer and smartphone app with EQ and limiter, allowing musicians to create a truly personalized monitoring experience.
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L-Acoustics Introduces Kara II Line Array with Flexible Directivity
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L-Acoustics Introduces Kara II Line Array with Flexible Directivity

For three decades, L-Acoustics has consistently developed pragmatic audio solutions that enable audio professionals and artists to elevate the audience experience. For a decade, the Kara best-selling line source array has been the star of countless live performances and permanent installs the globe over. At NAMM 2020, L-Acoustics announced the new Kara II modular line source, with the addition of Panflex, giving Kara four-in-one directivity: one box handily covers any audience geometry.
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IsoAcoustics Launches New Stage 1 Board and Iso-Puck 76
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IsoAcoustics Launches New Stage 1 Board and Iso-Puck 76

During the 2020 NAMM Show in Anaheim, California, IsoAcoustics focused on the musicians and studio market and announced a pair of brand new products: the IsoAcoustics New Stage 1 Board portable isolation platform for music amps, and the IsoAcoustics Iso-Puck 76 isolator for large studio monitors. These two introductions bolster the Canadian company’s already wide range of speaker and equipment stands.
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Earthworks Microphones Celebrates 25th Anniversary and Launches New Vocal Capsules at NAMM 2020
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Earthworks Microphones Celebrates 25th Anniversary and Launches New Vocal Capsules at NAMM 2020

Earthworks Audio opened for business 25 years ago when the company started building measurement microphones in order to measure the speakers that David Blackmer, the company’s founder was designing. When musicians tried David’s measurement microphones for capturing their instruments live, they started coming back for more. 25 years later, Earthworks is announcing new vocal capsules for live sound wireless options, built on success of its latest SR314 microphone.
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