AES Publishes AES75-2023 AES Standard for Acoustics Update
The Audio Engineering Society Standards Committee has published an updated to the recently approved standard, AES75-2023: "AES standard for acoustics – Measuring loudspeaker maximum linear sound levels using noise." The standard, originally announced and adopted in March 2022, addresses the need for a practical and repeatable procedure for quantifying this key aspect of loudspeaker performance. The update reflects industry support from audio manufacturers, audio test and measurement manufacturers, and service providers.
PSB Speakers Announces New Generation of Imagine Series Loudspeakers
PSB Speakers, Lenbrook's hi-fi loudspeaker brand, announced the launch of a new generation of its "best value, no-compromise performance" Imagine Series speaker line. The latest edition of the Imagine Series consists of the B50 Bookshelf, T54 and T65 Tower speakers, and all models are prime examples of PSB Speakers' engineering and manufacturing expertise, enabling home audio systems of premium quality at affordable prices.
AES New York 2023 Convention Promotes UWB Workshop, Friday, October 27
The Audio Engineering Society created a new Task Group to develop a new standard for Ultra Wideband (UWB) high resolution, low latency audio. During the 155th AES New York 2023 Convention (October 25-27), a dedicated workshop will detail the potential of UWB for audio, and this new AES effort. Titled "UWB – A New Wireless Tech in the Future of Pro Audio" the panel will include Jackie Green (UWB Alliance), Jonny McClintock (AntennaWare/Audio Codecs), Gary Spittle (Sonical), Torbev Sonderskov (Lenbrook), and Alexis Bizalion (Qorvo).
GRAS Releases New Production Line Measurement Microphone with EQset Technology
GRAS Sound & Vibration, announced the new GRAS EQ 40PM-1 microphone. This new miniature microphone joins the already successful family of GRAS measurement microphones with EQset technology, lowering the cost of precision in production line acoustic measurements. GRAS EQset technology essentially guarantees fixed sensitivity and a flat response curve across all frequencies, out of the box, vastly reducing the risk of measurement errors. The GRAS EQ 40PM-1 with EQset is an upgraded version of the EQ 40PM, the first in the EQset line.
Qualcomm to Bring RISC-V Based Wearable Platform to Google's Wear OS
Qualcomm and Google are extending their collaboration on wearables by developing a RISC-V Snapdragon Wear platform that will power next-generation Wear OS solutions. According to the announcement, this is an important first milestone to bring RISC-V compatible CPUs to the Android ecosystem, while Google pursues is strategy of continuously copy everything that Apple does, and help others do the same.
Creative Live! Audio A3 USB-C High-Resolution Audio Interface
Creative Technology announced the release of the Creative Live! Audio A3, a new simplified USB audio interface designed for the needs of content creators and streamers, with a direct appeal to music enthusiasts. Featuring high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz recording and playback, versatile I/O connectivity, onboard level controls, and zero-latency direct monitoring, the Creative Live! Audio A3 is a well-designed solution, in the best tradition of the Sound Blaster company.
Infineon Introduces First Qi2 MPP Wireless Charging Transmitter Development Solution
In response to growing consumer demand for improved wireless charging, the Wireless Power Consortium announced the release of the new Qi2 standard to redefine inductive wireless power transfer. Reflecting the enthusiastic industry response, Infineon Technologies is addressing the demand by introducing its first Qi2 Magnetic Power Profile (MPP) charging transmitter solution and reference design kit REF_WLC_TX15W_M1.
Warwick Acoustics Car Audio Transducers Help Eliminate Rare Earth Elements Usage
Warwick Acoustics is working with a number of notable car manufacturers to support the elimination of Rare Earth Elements (REEs) from their vehicles by promoting the use of its ‘zero-REE’ Electroacoustic panels. As high-profile car manufacturers and OEMs are aiming to eliminate REEs in their vehicles, the UK-based audio company says that elements commonly used in audio systems, such as neodymium and dysprosium, typically make up to 30% of REE content still remaining in new-generation electric vehicles.
A-bsolument Prodige Bluetooth Speaker Made from Recycled Materials Now Available in North America
Since 2023, Focal Naim America distributes A-bsolument, a French company known for restoring and upgrading old radios, giving them modern functionality. Almost 10 years after the birth of A-bsolument, the company launched the A-bsolument Prodige Bluetooth speaker ($899 USD), made in France from recycled and sustainable materials. This timeless design, inspired by the iconic jewelry radios of the 60s, generates an impressive stereo sound which benefits from Focal drivers inside.
AONDevices Introduces Super Low-Power, Low-Latency, Customizable Edge AI Speech Enhancement
AONDevices, the AI processing company from Irvine, California, announced AONDenoise, a compact, efficient edge AI denoising solution that enable customizable noise cancellation running in real-time, completely on-device. Designed for applications that require minimal power and latency, AONDenoise is one of the smallest denoising algorithms available, making it an ideal AI speech enhancement for use in hearing aids, wireless earbuds, and wearables.