Lyngdorf Audio Launches MXA-8400 High-Performance Power Amplifier With Purifi Technology
The launch of the Lyngdorf MXA-8400 8-channel amplifier, introduces an extraordinarily powerful, power-efficient, and ultra-linear multichannel amplifier, incorporating Purifi Eigentakt technology and delivering 8 x 400 watt. The MXA-8400 also features the new, highly efficient Lyngdorf PowerPerfect power supply with Channel Balancing Technology and integrated mains power decoupling and filtering.
Amadeus Spins Off Immersive Sound Brand Holophonix Creating Eponymous Startup
Holophonix is now a separate entity from French loudspeaker manufacturer Amadeus, and has a new Director, Frédéric Biessy. Created in 2017 by Gaëtan Byk in coordination with leading French research institutions CNRS and IRCAM, Holophonix has now become its own legal entity with dedicated resources, and is seeking capital with a first round of financing to accelerate the company’s growth and product deployment. Holophonix is now a startup with impressive breakthroughs in hardware and software design and adoption throughout the world.
Bang & Olufsen Introduces Beolab 8 at CEDIA Expo 2023
The new Bang & Olufsen Beolab 8 compact speaker was the highlight of the company's booth at CEDIA Expo 2023 in Denver, CO. Anticipating the official launch in October 2023, the new Beolab 8 was showcased at the residential integration trade show as "the embodiment of versatility that shines on its own, sings in any setup and performs wherever you place it." Available in distinct finishes and with a wide range of installation accessories for different use cases, this speaker promises to be a real popular model.
Sonos Introduces Significantly Improved Move 2 Portable Speaker
Sonos debuted Move 2, the next generation of its original Move portable speaker, now with a dual tweeter design that delivers a more spacious stereo image, improved Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, and new touch controls. But the improved Move 2 also features an expanded battery life for up to 24 hours, a new Wireless Charging Base (included), plus new USB-C Line in and USB-C device charging, which expands its possibilities considerably. The Move 2 is rated IP56 for dust and water resistance, making it perfect for outdoor use.
HEDD Audio Announces HEDDphone TWO, Lighter and Refined AMT Headphones
HEDD Audio, the Berlin-based manufacturer of studio monitors and headphones, announced the launch of the successor to the original HEDDphone ONE Air Motion Transformer (AMT) headphones, introduced in 2019. The new HEDDphone TWO are powered by advances in AMT technology and informed by profound user feedback. The company calls it "a turbo-charged evolution." The open-back over-ear driver, headband and strap system were completely redesigned, resulting in a 25% weight reduction of the headphones to 550g in total.
AudioControl Shows New GaN-Based Home Theater and Dante Solutions at CEDIA Expo 2023
AudioControl will be attending CEDIA Expo in Denver, CO, reenergized and focused on presenting a range of innovative solutions. Designed based on market trends and feedback from system integrators, AudioControl’s newest amplifiers and mini-chassis surround receivers deliver the latest technologies while creating opportunities for integration professionals. The company will introduce Dante network connectivity to its successful AudioControl Director Model M6800 multi-zone amplifier, and launch two compact-chassis surround receivers to deliver Dolby Atmos and DTS:X Pro processing in any zone.
WiSA Association to Unveil First WISA DS Soundbar at CEDIA Expo 2023
WiSA Association enters CEDIA Expo 2023 with new wireless multichannel technology designed specifically for soundbars and a growing roster of WiSA-enabled speakers, TVs and projectors from its engaged membership base. The Association’s CEDIA booth, in addition to its members’ booths throughout the show floor, will include a range of interoperable products that allow for immersive, wireless audio experiences in an instant. WiSA Certified and interoperable products from Savant, Bang & Olufsen, Dynaudio, Lithe Audio, Platin Audio, Hisense and more will highlight the adoption of WiSA’s wireless audio standard.
Test Bench: The D8404-552000 Ellipticor Cloth Diaphragm Dome Midrange from Scan-Speak
This characterization is the sixth Scan-Speak Ellipticor driver to appear in Test Bench. The Scan-Speak D8404 is a large dome midrange with a large diaphragm area and respective voice coil diameter. For a motor system, Scan-Speak basically scaled up its currently successful AirCirc tweeter motor with 12 neodymium slugs, with a titanium voice coil former, all part of the patented Symmetrical Drive SD-2 motor format. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, June 2023.
Fresh From the Bench: Hypex Nilai500DIY 500W Mono Power Amplifier Kit - A New DIY Benchmark
The Hypex Nilai500DIY 500W Mono Power Amplifier Kit is new DIY benchmark from the company's dedicated DIYClassD brand. The kit is specified to deliver 500W with 1% THD at 4 ohms, improves output noise and idle losses significantly, and comes with a discrete buffer stage and voltage regulators. The article, originally published in July 2023, offers an extensive review with measurements of the full kit, including the PS500 DIY power supply and DIYClassD preamplifier kit.
Genelec Unveils UNIO Audio Monitoring Platform and 9320A Reference Controller at IBC 2023
Genelec has chosen the IBC 2023 exhibition in Amsterdam to unveil the 9320A Reference Controller as a bridge to its brand new UNIO Audio Monitoring Service Platform. UNIO brings together all the benefits of Genelec Smart Active Monitors, GLM 5.0 calibration software and Aural ID 2.0 technology to create seamless integration between professional in-room loudspeaker and headphone monitoring services.