Meyer Sound Introduces 2100-LFC Low-Frequency Control Element With New Four Voice Coil 21" Woofer
Meyer Sound announced a new 2100-LFC low-frequency control array element, a powerful new loudspeaker design that extends the advanced technology of its latest Phanter large-format linear line array loudspeaker down to the lowest limits of audibility. By pairing a potent Class-D amplifier with a single, all-new 21-inch driver with four voice coils, the 2100-LFC produces an extended frequency response from 30Hz to 125Hz.
LEA Professional Unveils Amplifier Management Tool Sharkware
LEA Professional, the Indiana-based manufacturer of cloud-connected pro audio amplifiers, announced the launch of its first ever application software, Sharkware. Developed in part based on integrator and customer feedback, the free Windows and Mac supported software includes customer-requested features such as offline design, graphical EQ, locked speaker tunings, amplifier grouping and granular user access controls to all LEA Professional Connect Series amplifiers.
Pliant Technologies Announces Dual Listen Intercom Feature
Pliant Technologies announced a firmware update, which includes the addition of a new Dual Listen feature for its latest MicroCom XR systems. Dual Listen gives users the ability to listen to two intercom channels simultaneously. This provides the benefit of monitoring communications on both the A and B channels, while also allowing users to switch between talking on either channels A or B independently.
NAD Electronics Announces High-Resolution Audio CS1 Endpoint Network Streamer
NAD Electronics announced the NAD CS1 Endpoint Network Streamer, a compact, minimalist design that makes it easy to add hi-res streaming capability to any music system. The affordable NAD CS1 employs quality components, supports high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/192kHz, features Bluetooth 5, Ethernet, dual-band Wi-Fi and supports the most popular streaming and casting protocols, including Apple AirPlay 2, GoogleCast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and Roon.
Creative Creates New Entry-Level ANC True Wireless Earbuds with SXFI
Creative Technology announced the launch of the Creative Zen Air, sporting a familiar but refined earbud design with a pocket-friendly, lightweight, Qi wireless charging case. For a record-low price of US $44.99, these true wireless earbuds come with Active Noise Cancellation and Ambient Mode, offer great audio quality with large dynamic drivers, and decent battery life. They also support Creative's Super X-Fi for binaural enhancement, providing an overall great true wireless experience.
Sennheiser Group Introduces new Executive Management Board
Following the realignment of the company with a focus on the professional audio business, Sennheiser now appointed a new management team. The new Executive Management Board includes representatives from the three business units Pro Audio, Business Communication and Neumann, as well as Supply Chain, Corporate Functions and Development. Together with Co-CEOs Daniel and Andreas Sennheiser, the Board members will implement the strategic goals of the Sennheiser Group.
Celestion Hempback Guitar Speaker Now Available
Announced in 2021 at the virtual edition of the NAMM Show, Celestion confirmed that this highly anticipated guitar speaker particularly well-suited to American-voiced amps is now available at retailers worldwide. Combining a hemp cone specifically chosen for its tonal character and a medium-weight ceramic magnet, the G12M-50 Hempback represents an exciting new development in Celestion’s never-ending pursuit of tone.
Sony Electronics Unveils Off-Ear Earphones Designed for Runners and Athletes
Sony had a very strange presence at CES 2023 with almost no product announcements and an unusual booth with no audio products at all. Now, Sony Electronics announces a new bold earphone design that shows that the Japanese company is keeping busy and not afraid to experiment new concepts. The new WI-OE610 Float Run is a new attempt from Sony to perfect off-ear headphones, aimed to help runners with a comfortable design for a stress-free listening experience.
Updated AES70-2023 Standard Presented by OCA Alliance at ISE 2023
The OCA Alliance is heading to Integrated Systems Europe 2023 in Barcelona to promote the latest AES70-2023 set of updates to the AES70 open control and monitoring standard for professional audio and AV media network devices. The AES70-2023 standard brings new features, options, usability and flexibility additions, being fully backwards compatible with all existing AES70 devices. The updates implement important adaptations to work with standard media transports and meet emerging industry requirements.
Fluent.ai Offers Embedded Voice Recognition for Cadence Tensilica HiFi 5 DSP-Based True Wireless Stereo Products
Fluent.ai announced an embedded voice recognition solution for True Wireless Stereo (TWS) and other hearable products running on the Cadence Tensilica HiFi 5 DSP in partnership with Airoha, a MediaTek subsidiary. The solution is part of an integration available on DSP Concepts’ Audio Weaver platform, which provides OEMs a rapid way to design and prototype audio features and capabilities.