All items tagged with vehicle audio (13)

Patent Review: Externally Coupled Loudspeaker System for a Vehicle, and an Externally Ducted Vehicle Loudspeaker

August 20, 2025 by James Croft

Patent Review: Externally Coupled Loudspeaker System for a Vehicle, and an Externally Ducted Vehicle Loudspeaker

In this review, James Croft (Croft Acoustical) focuses on two patents. One granted to Harman Becker Automotive, and another granted the same year to Bose. The first describes a loudspeaker system arranged in a baffle inside a vehicle, configured to radiate an acoustical signal to the passenger compartment using an active noise control system.The second describes various implementations of “vehicle loudspeakers and related vehicle audio systems,” including the use of passive radiators.

Axiometrix Promotes Free Automotive Testing Seminar, September 12, at the British Motor Museum - Gaydon

August 14, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Axiometrix Promotes Free Automotive Testing Seminar, September 12, at the British Motor Museum - Gaydon

The Axiometrix Solutions brands Audio Precision, GRAS Sound & Vibration, and imc Test & Measurement are hosting an exclusive seminar Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the British Motor Museum in Gaydon, Warwickshire, UK. There will be a number of workshops and presentations featuring live demonstrations that highlight Axiometrix Solutions brands' latest developments in vehicle testing technology.

Harman Automotive Transforms In-Cabin Experience at CES 2024

January 11, 2024 by Joao Martins

Harman Automotive Transforms In-Cabin Experience at CES 2024

Showcasing with Samsung and other industry partners at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Harman’s new automotive products redefine possibilities inside the car. At CES 2024, the multinational unveiled its latest lineup of automotive products that will equip OEMs with the ability to deliver new in-cabin features and content. In the audio front, Harman introduced SeatSonic, a new approach to traditional in-cabin audio, moving speakers into the seats. New entertainment experiences that will be in-market in 2024.

AKM Launches AK7709VQ Multicore DSP for Automotive Applications

July 27, 2023 by Joao Martins

AKM Launches AK7709VQ Multicore DSP for Automotive Applications

Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM) launched a new multicore digital signal processor (DSP) that is an integral part of the Velvet Sound for Cars brand announced in May 2023. A combined suite of high-quality audio ICs, software algorithms, and tuning intended to enable a new generation of in-vehicle sound design and luxury immersive audio experiences. AKM also unveiled an advanced concept, a car sound board integrated with the AK4499EX flagship Velvet Sound Verita DAC for the ultimate audio quality.

Bose Supplies Bose Premium Sound Systems for New, All-Electric Volvo EX90

December 20, 2022 by Joao Martins

Bose Supplies Bose Premium Sound Systems for New, All-Electric Volvo EX90

Bose announced its first-ever sound system for Volvo Cars, bringing the power of Bose sound to the all-new, all-electric, and recently unveiled Volvo EX90. Available by early 2024, the Volvo EX90 represents the launch of a new collaboration between Bose and Volvo Cars that will extend to additional models in the coming years. The 14-speaker Bose sound system is designed to enhance the premium in-cabin experience for Volvo EX90 drivers and passengers.

Automotive Audio Ranks High as Consumers See Vehicles as Safe Space

December 8, 2022 by Joao Martins

Automotive Audio Ranks High as Consumers See Vehicles as Safe Space

DTS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Xperi, released a report discussing the increasing importance of the vehicle as a third space, and uncovering drivers' preferred in-cabin features and functionalities. Safety, comfort, and radio/audio rank highest as vehicle design priorities. 91% of Millennials and Gen Z are interested in mood-sensing technology to adjust in-vehicle audio content. And 69% of drivers are interested in connected applications, including health and diagnostic updates.

Automotive Audio: Audio Objects as Platform Technology in Vehicles

November 16, 2022 by Christoph Sladeczek

Automotive Audio: Audio Objects as Platform Technology in Vehicles

This article describes a new workflow comprising the rendering of audio objects for the production and tuning process, as well as the implementation on resource-limited hardware, for immersive entertainment and personalized sound staging of automotive audio. Since the object-based audio is independent of the loudspeaker setup, this significantly reduces the complexity of the tuning processes for car manufacturers. This article was originally published in audioXpress, September 2022.

Abbey Road Studios and Bowers & Wilkins Extend Partnership to Transform In-Car Audio Entertainment

May 13, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Abbey Road Studios and Bowers & Wilkins Extend Partnership to Transform In-Car Audio Entertainment

Abbey Road Studios and Bowers & Wilkins announced a new phase of their partnership, which will see the two iconic audio brands come together to explore and enhance the in-car audio experience. The main goal is to explore new possibilities in spatial audio and acoustics simulation, helping to translate ideal acoustical environments that translate music as well in the vehicle cabin as it would in a reference studio environment.

McIntosh Labs Delivers McIntosh Automotive Reference Systems to Jeep

March 11, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

McIntosh Labs Delivers McIntosh Automotive Reference Systems to Jeep

McIntosh Laboratory announced that its latest McIntosh Entertainment Systems — the MX1375 Reference Entertainment System, employing 23 specifically tuned speakers, and the MX950 Entertainment System, are going to hit the road in the upcoming 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer. Both vehicles will be available in mid-2021. The two iconic American brands have been collaborating to develop an exclusive sound system combining imagination and expert engineering in equal parts.

RIVIAN Selects Meridian Audio for Electric SUVs and Trucks

March 1, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

RIVIAN Selects Meridian Audio for Electric SUVs and Trucks

British audio pioneer Meridian Audio announced that it has been chosen by Rivian, the adventurous new electric vehicle maker and technology company, to provide the branded audio system for its electric vehicle platform. This long-term relationship sees the two companies working together to challenge convention and redefine the in-car audio experience for Rivian’s ground-breaking range of fully electric adventure vehicles.

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