New Cloudlifter X Offers Even More Gain and More Options to More Microphones
Cloud Microphones, the Tucson, AZ maker of the original Cloudlifter has unveiled a new model in the family. The brand new Cloudlifter X offers a custom-designed Cinemag transformer along with two selectable output levels that expand the possibilities offered by the industry standard CL-1, which provides up to +25dB of of output gain. Compatible with condenser, dynamic and ribbon microphones, the new CL-X is a welcome addition to the popular Cloudlifter range.
Syntiant Launches NDP115 Neural Decision Processor for Always-On Speech and Sensor-Fusion
It was one of the key audio-related demonstrations at the Syntiant suite during CES 2023, and the new NDP115 Neural Decision Processor is now positioned as a key strategic platform for new compact, ultra-low-power designs with always-on voice and sensor fusion applications. The newest addition to Syntiant's family of special purpose silicon is built using the company’s Syntiant Core 2 inference engine that can run multiple neural network loads at under 1mW.
HEAD acoustics Introduces ViBRIDGE Holistic In-Ear Headset Testing Solution
As many audioXpress readers already learned from reading the article by Hans W. Gierlich on the Benefits of Using Structure-Borne Sound in Headset Signal Processing, HEAD acoustics created a complete test solution for in-ear and headset devices using bone-conduction sensors. There are good reasons for developers and manufacturers to explore the use of bone-conduction sensors and test them with the new ViBRIDGE solution.
Emotion Systems Creates Secure Way to Monitor Audio Quality in Bulk File Ingest
Emotion Systems, a British company specialized in file-based audio processing and analysis tools, has now addressed the critical challenge of ensuring audio consistency and quality in bulk content ingest. Its new Emotion Verification Engine (EVE) is a new approach, giving users quick and easy to interpret information on the detail of the audio components, something which is largely ignored by today’s automated quality control tools.
Holoplot Introduces Design and Simulation Software for X1 Matrix Arrays
Berlin-based pro audio company Holoplot returned to this year’s Integrated Systems Europe show to reveal the Beta version of its new design and simulation software Holoplot Plan as well as the new rigging system for its X1 product series. Holoplot made again a strong impact at ISE 2023, with its demo room in Hall 8 always busy for an intense schedule of demos and presentations.
Atlantic Technology Unveils First True Wireless Earbuds
Atlantic Technology's first foray into the competitive true wireless stereo market is an interesting case study. The Massachusetts-based audio company known for its stereo and home theater speakers, and custom audio installation systems, has brought to market the TWS-1 Total Wireless Earbuds, an interesting premium product with ANC, advanced performance and convenience features, including an app to optimize the sound profile to the user’s hearing.
Sennheiser Launches TeamConnect Ceiling Medium Microphone Array
Unveiled at Integrated Systems Europe 2023 in Barcelona, the latest product from Sennheiser's TeamConnect range is another example of how advanced audio technology can make collaboration and learning easier. The new ceiling microphone for mid-sized meeting rooms and lecture or collaboration spaces is simply named TeamConnect Ceiling Medium (TCC M) and delivers all the innovation and features of the larger TeamConnect Ceiling 2.
audioXpress March 2023 Test and Measurement Issue Now Available!
audioXpress March 2023 offers an overview of the latest solutions and trends in audio measurement. Stuart Yaniger reviews the new Echo AIO modular audio test system, Philipp P. Klose writes about measurements in automotive audio environments, and Steve Temme shares his knowledge on audio testing in the production line. René Christensen explores Lumped Element Modeling of Transducers, Chuck Hansen expands the topic of power transformer losses, and Ethan Winer concludes his two-part article about Modern PCB Design Practices.
SB Acoustics Launches Much Anticipated 9.5-Inch Satori TeXtreme Woofers
The SB Acoustics Satori TeXtreme range using Thin-ply Carbon Diaphragms (TPCD) has now expanded to four sizes. So far the biggest commercially available TPCD driver using the increasingly popular technology, the SB Acoustics Satori 9.5" woofer with a 2" voice coil, is now available in 4 and 8 ohm variants. The thunder from the extended bass response of the new model WO24TX-4 and model WO24TX-8 woofers will no doubt be soon felt at hifi shows all over the planet.
Lyngdorf Audio High-End Cue-100 Speaker Unveiled at ISE 2023
Lyngdorf Audio launched its all-new high-end audio loudspeaker, the Cue-100. The Lyngdorf Cue-100 is the first loudspeaker from the brand merging modern Danish design with the latest Purifi speaker technology. The benchmark-setting Purifi aluminum drivers are integrated in a uniquely shaped cabinet, finished in satin-black or satin-white with solid oak elements, and available with a selection of five all-around fabric covers by Gabriel from Denmark.