audioXpress.com - The Most Popular Stories of 2023
We looked at the popular articles of 2023 in audioXpress.com (including selected articles from audioXpress and Voice Coil magazines), and we created this Top 11 list of news stories and online articles. As the number of visitors and pageviews registered by audioXpress.com continues to break records every year, visitors from all over the world returned more often to read the many stories available. Which of the topics and stories published online in 2023 were the most popular? Here are the results!
Noveto Is Back and Will Present Second-Generation Solution at CES 2024
Putting an end to rumors that the company was out of business, Noveto is back at CES 2024 to demonstrate its ultrasonic audio technology integrated within a 3rd party soundbar. Noveto has partnered with BeStar and SEI to build this new generation of soundbar and will showcase the demonstrator at the IAI Smart booth at CES. Learning the lessons from past errors, Noveto will also unveil its new licensing business approach at the show.
Sonical Headphone 3.0 Platform Supports Cingo Dynamic Spatial Audio Technology From Fraunhofer
In anticipation of an exciting showcase planned for CES 2024 - mostly restricted to manufacturers and technology providers interested in exploring the Headphone 3.0 approach - Sonical has confirmed a new strategic partnership. The company headquartered in Silicon Valley is working with Fraunhofer IIS to offer its Cingo binaural rendering and Spatial Audio technology running on Sonical CosmOS, specifically designed for hearables with downloadable plugins.
BdSound Joins Forces with DSP Concepts to Streamline Automotive Deployment with Audio Weaver
BdSound, a leading provider of audio and voice processing technology for noise reduction, speech enhancement, and automotive applications, has unveiled a strategic partnership with DSP Concepts, combining their expertise to address the growing complexities in automotive audio development. The collaboration delivers BdSound's speech processing technology, offering OEMs and integrators a streamlined deployment using DSP Concepts' Audio Weaver audio development platform.
Time For Your Voice Coil January 2024 Issue
In the first issue of Voice Coil for 2024, Patrick Turnmire writes about "Diagnosing Speaker Design Issues Using the Klippel Distortion Analyzer." James Croft reviews a Devialet patent. And in Test Bench, Vance Dickason characterizes the new DE350-8 Ultra-Compact 1" Compression Driver from B&C Speakers, and the new LM10n Wide Band Ribbon Transducer from Radian Audio Engineering. This issue also features an updated directory of 2024 Earphone and Headphone Manufacturers and Parts Suppliers.
Focusrite Shipping RedNet PCIeNX Ultra-Low Latency, High-Channel-Count PCIe Dante Interface
Focusrite's RedNet PCIeNX ultra-low latency, high-channel-count PCIe Dante interface is now available, providing a cutting-edge solution for immersive audio formats like Dolby Atmos and other Dante applications that demand high-channel counts. With the capacity for 128x128 audio channels at up to 24-bit/192kHz and ultra-low latency, the RedNet PCIeNX card is compatible with both PC and Mac, including the latest Apple Silicon, seamlessly integrating into existing setups and enhancing any Dante workflow.
Avantone Pro Relaunches Active CLA-10A Limited Edition Studio Reference Monitor
The classic-looking "White Cone" CLA-10 studio monitors were originally launched in 2018, through a collaboration with famous mix engineer Chris Lord-Alge. Intended to create an accurate recreation of an iconic studio monitoring mainstay, the passive version was subsequently followed by its active CLA-10A counterpart. Now, Avantone Pro confirmed a return of this studio monitor as the active CLA-10A Limited Edition in an attractive North American black walnut veneer cabinet.
Breggz Introduces Luxury Hearables Customized to Individual Ears
Breggz Hearables will unveil the world's first truly wireless, custom-made "in-ear" computer — a made-to-measure luxury hearable with an A+ audio experience — at CES 2024. Each pair of Breggz is tailor-made to the user, to provide the best possible sound for a truly wireless in-ear experience — "a dramatic change in sound and luxury", according to the new Dutch technology company. The Breggz design uses four Knowles balanced armature drivers per side.
Swiss Manufacturer Stenheim Now Available in North America
Stenheim, the Switzerland-based speaker company distinguished for its solid aluminum cabinets and superior components in elegant designs is now available in North America, through US-based distributor Nexus Audio Technologies. The announcement was followed by the introduction and availability of Stenheim's latest models in US and Canada, including the Stenheim Alumine Two.Five and the Reference Ultime Two speakers. Not for the faint of heart.
Asahi Kasei Microdevices Develops New Automotive Audio DSPs Supported by Audio Weaver
Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) has unveiled the new AK7018 and AK7017, pin-compatible audio DSPs featuring dual and single HiFi 4 CPUs, respectively. The two new products in the company's automotive audio DSP line are both compatible with DSP Concepts' Audio Weaver, joining the existing AKM AK7709VQ Multi Core DSP with SRC. AKM will present these new products at CES 2024 where it plans to showcase its latest advancements in mobility solutions, including a demo car with an immersive audio experience.