Cambridge Audio Launches Melomania M100 True Wireless ANC Earbuds with aptX Lossless
Expanding on its successful efforts to create, well-designed products in a crowded space, Cambridge Audio launched the latest Melomania M100 true wireless earbuds bringing the range up to date by introducing aptX Lossless support, alongside premium 10mm drivers, and a mammoth 10-hour battery life with Active Noise Cancelling. Designed for music lovers like all products from the brand, the Melomania M100 earbuds are also ready for any work task, and add Bluetooth LE Audio support.
Novosound Secures Patent For Wireless Wearable Ultrasound Imaging Platform
Scottish sensor technology Novosound has secured a patent for its ultrasonic instrumentation system, with the company recently launching its related Slanj platform targeted at the medical and wearable device sectors worldwide. The new ultrasound imaging patent underpins Novosound's first-mover advantage to initiate efforts in consumer health, including blood pressure monitoring for smartwatches.
KRK Launches ROKIT Generation Five Studio Monitors
For over three decades, KRK has been one the most affordable and consistent choices for home and project studio monitoring, not surprisingly, making it the #1 selling monitor in the world since its inception. And one of the brand's most affordable series is the ROKIT, which KRK now evolves with new Generation Five models, featuring three new voicing modes, a new LCD display on the rear for configuration, and an enhanced tweeter design, matched to the same familiar woven Kevlar aramid fiber cone woofers.
New Qualcomm S3 Gen 3 and Qualcomm S5 Gen 3 Sound Platforms Dramatically Expand Options for Mid-Tier Designs
Qualcomm Technologies International announced the new Qualcomm S3 Gen 3 and Qualcomm S5 Gen 3 Sound Platforms, designed to allow OEMs deliver sound experiences never before possible at the S5 and S3 tiers. All Gen 3 devices support Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast. The mid-tier S3 Gen 3 Sound Platform now allows customizations via 3rd party solutions from the Qualcomm Voice & Music Extension Program. And now there is a new quality option with aptX Lossless at 24-bit/48kHz.
XMOS and DSP Concepts Partner to Accelerate Audio and Voice DSP Applications
XMOS has announced a partnership with DSP Concepts, the company behind Audio Weaver. The UK AI and semiconductor experts have partnered with the Californian embedded audio software specialists to combine XMOS' highly-deterministic, low latency xcore.ai platform with DSP Concepts' Audio Weaver software. The combined solution enables developers to graphically design and debug audio and voice solutions utilizing multicores easily from one single canvas.
Audient ORIA Immersive Audio Interface and Monitor Controller Now Shipping
Audient is now shipping the ORIA, it's all in one USB-C audio interface and monitor controller unveiled at NAMM 2024. ORIA was designed specifically for immersive audio and multi-speaker arrays ranging from stereo up to 9.1.6 setups, supporting mixing for formats such as Dolby Atmos. It features built-in Sonarworks Reference DSP for room acoustics and speaker calibration, and it can effortlessly integrate an existing studio setup as a standalone monitor controller via its ADAT Inputs.
Scott A. Wurcer – An Audio Legend Left Us
Scott Wurcer from Cambridge Mass passed away on March 18, at the age of 74. Scott was one of those people who made a technical contribution to audio that can hardly be overstated. His analog IC designs for Analog Devices are legendary for their creative design and extremely high performance. Scott loved a good life, and I shared many exquisite meals and great wines with him. I will miss him.
Stratton Acoustics Launches the Element 12 Loudspeaker
Stratton Acoustics, the UK-based manufacturer of the extremely original high-end Elypsis 1512 loudspeaker, inspired in the iconic, main studio monitors that shaped recording in the 1970s and 1980s, has now launched the Element 12, a smaller 2-way, reflex-loaded design with integral stand. The Stratton Acoustics Element 12 is a passive design that employs advanced driver technologies, crossover techniques, and enclosure construction, polished with a touch of artisanal refinement.
Acoustica Releases Mixcraft 10.5 with AI-Powered Stem Separation
Acoustica has released Mixcraft 10.5, an update to its Windows audio workstation software for music creators. The latest version features an AI-powered stem separation option and productivity enhancements. The DAW gained valuable Project Templates, expanded MIDI controller support, improved the way the Plugin Manager displays and manages native and third-party instruments and effects, and expanded the integrated Mixcraft Store tab, all while maintaining affordability and ease of use.
Open Ears and the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds in Review
I tested the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds and I'm Keeping Them. They sound great and allow listening at safe levels while being aware of what other people say. These make a great case for Open Ears and that's the topic of this article where I have inserted my review of the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds and I provide examples of how the industry has been exploring alternative designs that avoid in-ear occlusion, from loose-fit earbud shapes to the recent air conduction craze.