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Xperi Signals 20th Anniversary of HD Radio in Cars

September 16, 2025 by Joao Martins

Xperi Signals 20th Anniversary of HD Radio in Cars

Xperi is marking the 20th anniversary of the commercial launch of HD Radio in cars, and reflecting on its evolution and impact on digital radio over the last two decades, as well as on the broadcast and automotive industries. Today, HD Radio is so ubiquitous in cars in the United States that it is considered a standard for in-vehicle audio. Yes, since September of 2005, when HD Radio was officially launched, a lot has happened.

Cirrus Logic and GlobalFoundries Expand Strategic Investment to Advance Next-Generation Semiconductor Manufacturing in US

August 20, 2025 by Joao Martins

Cirrus Logic and GlobalFoundries Expand Strategic Investment to Advance Next-Generation Semiconductor Manufacturing in US

Cirrus Logic announced the expansion of its long-standing relationship with GlobalFoundries. The two companies have committed to joint development efforts that aim to accelerate the introduction of more efficient, powerful, and reliable chip technologies that will drive the next generation of everyday devices, from smartphones to automobiles. Those include next-generation BCD power management and Gallium Nitride (GaN) devices.

Audio-Technica Expands Operations in the Americas

March 21, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Expands Operations in the Americas

Audio-Technica has expanded it logistics operations with the launch of a new company in the Americas and a Western US distribution and fulfillment facility for its range of microphones, wireless microphones, headphones, mixers, and turntables for personal and professional use. Audio-Technica also launched its new Broadcast Audio Rental Program, offering easier access to the premium microphone models that professionals require for production.

FCC Approves Wireless Multichannel Audio Systems in the United States

February 19, 2024 by Joao Martins

FCC Approves Wireless Multichannel Audio Systems in the United States

The Federal Communication Commission (FCC) approved a change in its regulation that now permits operation of Wireless Multichannel Audio Systems (WMAS) in the United States. WMAS is an advanced wireless microphone technology designed to meet the challenges of highly demanding live performance and studio applications. Sennheiser started development work on WMAS over ten years ago and, in August 2018, the company filed a Petition for Rulemaking with the FCC requesting a modification in the bandwidth limit specified for wireless microphones.

Audio-Technica U.S. Promotes Kurt Van Scoy to Vice-President and Officer, Products, Business Alliances

July 21, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica U.S. Promotes Kurt Van Scoy to Vice-President and Officer, Products, Business Alliances

Audio-Technica announced that Kurt Van Scoy has been promoted to Audio-Technica U.S. Vice-President and Officer, Products, Business Alliances and Marketing. The announcement was made by Manabu Aoki, Audio-Technica U.S. CEO and President, to whom Van Scoy will report directly in his new role. Van Scoy joined Audio-Technica U.S. in 1987, and has worked in roles spanning several of the company's departments including Engineering, Production, Quality, and Product Management. He also worked at A-T's corporate headquarters in Japan.

June 1, 2023 by Joao Martins

Wireless Headphones and Earbuds on Top Five of Most Desirable Products for US Consumers

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) released the 2023 US Consumer Technology Ownership & Market Potential (OMP) Study, showing that despite complex economic times, 84% of US households plan to purchase tech products in the next 12 months. Mobile and wireless tech products lead the categories of tech products consumers want to buy. A notable trend is the fact that ownership of wireless personal audio products now exceeds wired devices.

Speaker Industry Veteran Anthony Lucas Joins MISCO

August 17, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Speaker Industry Veteran Anthony Lucas Joins MISCO

MISCO announced that loudspeaker industry veteran Anthony Lucas has joined as senior transducer and applications engineer. In his new role, he will develop and design new products for MISCO’s guitar speaker brand, ToneSpeak and for its OEM and pro-audio customers. Lucas, with more than 25 years of industry experience, has designed hundreds of different models of guitar and bass guitar speakers and cultivated relationships with vendors, amplifier companies and musicians worldwide.

Monoprice Adds THX Certified In-Wall Home Theater Speakers to its Monolith Line

July 11, 2022 by Alfred Moody

Monoprice Adds THX Certified In-Wall Home Theater Speakers to its Monolith Line

Monolith, the high-end audio brand from e-commerce specialist Monoprice, announced the addition of two new in-wall home theater speaker solutions that have been THX Certified for the highest level of accuracy and impact. The budget friendly brand continues to expand its range of THX Certified home theater solutions, now adding THX Certified Select and THX Certified Ultra in-wall speakers to complement the in‑room and subwoofer designs already available.

Celestion Appoints Josh Martin as Business Development Executive for North America

May 3, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Celestion Appoints Josh Martin as Business Development Executive for North America

Celestion announced the appointment of Josh Martin as Business Development Executive. In his new role, Josh Martin will work together with Celestion’s sales and distribution partners in the US and Canada to expand their offerings to new markets, as well as servicing their current clients, further strengthening the Celestion brand in North America.

Mike Sumner Joins L-Acoustics Creations as Business Manager

August 18, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Mike Sumner Joins L-Acoustics Creations as Business Manager

L-Acoustics Creations, the division of the French pro audio manufacturer now dedicated to bringing professional sound systems and immersive sound spaces to residential, marine, and architectural environments, has appointed Mike Sumner to the position of Business Manager, based in L-Acoustics Americas headquarters in Westlake Village, California. The seasoned luxury audio veteran brings passion, knowledge, and connections to his new role.

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