Zoom Unveils UAC-232 32-Bit Float USB-C Audio Interface
The world of digital audio is now finally getting to that threshold where the last recognized limitations of existing recording technology have been surpassed. The new all-new Zoom UAC-232 USB-C audio interface is the company's first dedicated 32-bit float, ultra-high-dynamic-range recording solution. Designed in a convenient format that works well on the desktop or mobile applications, the Zoom UAC-232 is a 2-in/2-out solution that establishes a new affordable standard for digital recording and more.
Creative Introduces Outlier Free Series of Wireless Bone Conduction Headphones
Offering two different models with Bluetooth 5.3, one with IPX8 waterproof rating and the other with IPX5 water-resistant rating, Creative Technology introduced its Creative Outlier Free series of bone conduction headphones. The Creative Outlier Free and Free Pro (waterproof) models are very similar designs to the Shokz models that are now highly recognized in the category, and both are targeted at serious sport and fitness enthusiasts.
Wireless Audio and Bluetooth LE Audio - Assistance, Hearables, and Headphones 3.0
What happened at CES 2023 related to wireless audio and Bluetooth LE Audio. And what might happen at MWC 2023. And why there's lots more happening in assistance, hearables, and Headphones 3.0. This article discusses Bluetooth LE Audio and Android 13. Bluetooth 5.4 updates. Sennheiser's MobileConnect Assistive Listening app that actually works over Wi-Fi. Sonical, Antennaware, et all, Headphone 3.0. UWB, and high-quality wireless audio. Originally published in The Audio Voice 410, February 16 2023.
Audient Releases New iD24 Audio Interface
Audient introduced a new fully bus powered USB-C audio interface carefully targeted at the needs of studio and recording applications. The new iD24 is a 10in / 14out audio interface designed to make recordings better, and it slots neatly between the iD14 and the more recently launched iD44 in terms of functionality. The all-metal desktop chassis offers the same audio performance and feature set associated with the British brand and its iD range of products.
Audioscenic Closes Series A Investment Round Following Very Successful CES 2023
Audioscenic, the innovative 3D audio beamforming technology company from Southampton, UK, has seen consistent recognition for its unique recent developments and first commercial implementation. audioXpress was just one of many industry publications awarding Audioscenic the Best in Show innovation distinction during CES 2023. Following the successful show, Audioscenic has completed its Series A investment round led by Foresight Ventures and including Hostplus, IP Group, and FWT.
IOT747 and AntennaWare Launch Reference Design for Wearable Applications
IOT747, a Cambridge, UK-based supplier of wireless modules and solutions announced a partnership with AntennaWare, the Northern Ireland-based developer of Bluetooth and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) antenna solutions for wireless wearables. The partnership integrates AntennaWare BodyWave Antenna with the IDC737 Bluetooth module in an example reference design for long-range and wearable applications.
Test Bench: The T-25M 1" Dome Tweeter from Beyma’s New NMF Series
Vance Dickason received two of the latest products to come out of the R&D labs of Acustica Beyma, the Spanish pro sound OEM transducer manufacturer, which celebrated 50 years in 2019. This review focuses on the T-25M NFM 1" aluminum/magnesium alloy metal dome tweeter. Specifications detail a 20W AES power handling, recommended crossover frequency of 2.5kHz (with a 12dB/octave high-pass filter), and 88dB at 2.83V/1m sensitivity. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, December 2022.
OTC Hearing Aids: Is Innovation Leaving the Rule Behind?
A wave of new developments promises to solve the most pressing need for people with milder hearing loss, allowing mass-market hearables to supplant Over-the-Counter (OTC) hearing aids with less stigma. Andrew Bellavia suggests the FDA’s OTC hearing aid rule (October 2022) includes assumptions that are quickly becoming obsolete as recent developments illustrate. This must read article was originally published in audioXpress, January 2023.
Ellisys Delivers Immediate Protocol Test Support for Bluetooth 5.4 Update
Ellisys, the provider of test and analysis solutions for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and other wired and wireless communications technologies, announced the availability of qualification testing and protocol analyzer features supporting the latest version 5.4 of the Bluetooth Core Specification. According to the Arizona-based company, its Ellisys Bluetooth Qualifier is ready for the updated testing requirements.
GRAS Launches EQ 40PM EQset Miniature Production Line Measurement Microphone
GRAS Sound & Vibration announced a new miniature production line microphone, which is the first with the recently announced GRAS EQset technology designed to reduce the risk of measurement errors. The new EQ 40PM EQset, a short 20kHz pressure microphone with a dynamic range from 30dB (A) to 120dB, and the same dimensions as traditional Production Line microphones, is aimed at increasing efficiency and improving test accuracy in the consumer audio and telecom space.