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Bryston Launches Cubed Series BP-173 Preamplifier
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Bryston Launches Cubed Series BP-173 Preamplifier

Bryston has announced the introduction of the new BP-173 (Cubed Series) preamplifier, utilizing patented technology that debuted on its much heralded Cubed Series amplifiers. The BP-173 is the first to employ the patented Salomie input circuit and a new highly flexible input/output configuration for enhanced system flexibility. Like all analog components from Bryston, the BP-173 is covered by an industry best 20 year warranty.
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Celemony Launches Melodyne Training Online Resource
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Celemony Launches Melodyne Training Online Resource

Anyone seeking to better understand Melodyne and make smarter use of it will find the new “Training” section on the Celemony website of real assistance. Because it’s one thing to know the functions of an application as extraordinary as Melodyne; quite another to harness its full power to specific needs and make efficient use of it. This takes, above all, experience, which is precisely what the creators of the new Melodyne Training section have set out to share.
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MAGIX Releases Sound Forge Audio Studio 12
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MAGIX Releases Sound Forge Audio Studio 12

German software powerhouse MAGIX continues to expand its catalog of audio recording and editing solutions, targeting both casual users as well as top studios and professionals. MAGIX announced the release of Sound Forge Audio Studio 12, a stereo version of the famous multitrack software, introducing a new look, new functionality, new edit modes, new plug-ins, new meters, and much more, all for only $59.99.
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IK Multimedia’s ARC System 2.5 with New MEMS Microphone is Now Shipping
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IK Multimedia’s ARC System 2.5 with New MEMS Microphone is Now Shipping

IK Multimedia confirmed that its ARC System 2.5 with a MEMS microphone is now available for shipping. Version 2.5 of the Advanced Room Correction System combines a new highly accurate MEMS measurement microphone that provides dramatically increased precision, together with an audio correction plug-in for Mac/PC DAWs and employs Audyssey MultEQ XT32 patented technology to greatly improve the audio monitoring accuracy of speakers in any studio or listening room.
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Sennheiser Offers Upgrade Path for 600MHz Wireless Users Following FCC Decision
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Sennheiser Offers Upgrade Path for 600MHz Wireless Users Following FCC Decision

Sennheiser has announced an attractive trade-in program in the U.S. region following the decision by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to phase out use of the 600 MHz band for wireless audio over the next few years. For Sennheiser US customers and owners of equipment operating in this range, this is the time to upgrade their wireless equipment. The trade-in program converts non-compliant 600MHz wireless gear into the latest frequency-compliant offerings.
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Nordic Semiconductor Releases Bluetooth 5 Pre-Qualified, Production-Ready Development Solution
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Nordic Semiconductor Releases Bluetooth 5 Pre-Qualified, Production-Ready Development Solution

Nordic Semiconductor released its Bluetooth 5 pre-qualified, production-ready development solution for building Bluetooth 5 qualified products using the company's nRF52832 SoC. The solution combines production-ready Bluetooth 5 software - S132 v5.0 SoftDevice and nRF5 SDK v14.0 - enabling developers to design high performance Bluetooth 5-ready products, taking advantage of increased throughput, longer range, advertising extensions and increased broadcast capacity and co-existence.
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Audio Collaborative 2017 - "A Change is Gonna Come"
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Audio Collaborative 2017 - "A Change is Gonna Come"

Keeping up with its tradition of combining market research intelligence with insightful industry events, Futuresource Consulting announced the return of its highly successful event dedicated to audio trends, to be hosted at the Ham Yard Hotel in London, November 9, 2017. Audio Collaborative 2017 brings together key industry influencers to discuss the services, hardware and content plays that will shape the future audio landscape.
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Onkyo and Pioneer Electronics Announce Firmware Updates Activating DTS Play-Fi
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Onkyo and Pioneer Electronics Announce Firmware Updates Activating DTS Play-Fi

Onkyo and Pioneer Corporation (USA) have announced firmware updates to activate DTS Play-Fi wireless multi-room audio. Products supported include the Onkyo SBT-A500 Network Surround Soundbar System and Onkyo NCP-302 Wireless Network Speaker, as well as Pioneer's MRX-3 Wireless Speaker and FS-EB70 Elite Network Soundbar System. An update for other selected 2017-model Pioneer/Elite products, as well as 2016-model components is due end of September 2017.
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B&K Precision Extends Programmable AC Power Sources up to 3000VA
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B&K Precision Extends Programmable AC Power Sources up to 3000VA

B&K Precision announced a new line of AC power sources that deliver up to 3000VA, principally for product designs that depend on grid power anywhere in the world. In addition to a boost in range from the company's previous line of 1500VA instruments, the new power sources can also serve as a power source for DC and AC+DC product development, and feature amplifier mode to handle complex waveforms. They also can simulate surges and sags, as well as waveform distortions and noise, features that typically come in more-expensive instruments.
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RHC'S StageMASTER Debuts Line Of USB Adapters For Audio Applications
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RHC'S StageMASTER Debuts Line Of USB Adapters For Audio Applications

Life for audio professionals just became easier. StageMASTER, an RHC brand, introduced three brand new USB Record/Play Adapters to its line of audio solutions. These adapters allow to plug analog audio signals - microphone or line level - directly into a computer without the need for additional driver/software installation. Another adapter converts digital audio from a computer directly to balanced analog audio.
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