Worldcast Launches Powerful New Versions of APTmpX Algorithm for Radio Broadcasts
WorldCast Systems announced an important evolution of its powerful APTmpX solution for radio stations broadcasting over FM and the Internet. The world’s first and only non destructive MPX/composite algorithm that saves network bandwidth, now offers the perfect balance between maintaining high quality and cost-effective transmission in IP connections. In conjunction with APT's SureStream technology, APTmpX allows using the Internet for radio broadcast with confidence, with full compatibility with digital and analog MPX.
Meyer Sound Introduces Lightweight Line Array Element for Large‑Scale Applications
This would have been one of the major news announcements at the NAMM Show 2022 if it had happened at the end of January as usual (it didn't). That didn't stop Meyer Sound to stick to the original plan and introduce Panther, a new line array system that sets a new industry benchmark for a compact, lightweight, powerful, and energy-efficient sound reinforcement solution. Meyer Sound says Panther was engineered to meet rapidly evolving demands for large-scale touring and installed systems.
Celestion Alnico Gold Now Available as a Dynamic Speaker Response
Celestion announced that its Alnico Gold guitar loudspeakers is now available as a Dynamic Speaker Response (DSR,) the next-generation digital speaker responses that capture the sound and feel of the speaker’s dynamic, non-linear responses for even more tonal detail. All Celestion DSRs are designed especially for use with SpeakerMix Pro, the self-contained studio-grade DAW plug-in dedicated to bringing ground-breaking levels of detail and realism to guitar and bass speaker tone.
Pro-Ject Audio Systems Introduces New Automatic Turntable
Sumiko and Pro-Ject USA have announced the new A1 Turntable from Pro-Ject Audio Systems. After years of dedicated research and effort, the team identified the proper technology to develop automatic turntables at the sound quality standard that Pro-Ject’s esteemed reputation evokes around the world. A product fit for a new generation of vinyl enthusiasts that are not exactly ready for the full inconveniences of turntables.
Chord Electronics Launches Mojo 2 Portable DAC/Headphone Amplifier
British hifi audio brand Chord Electronics has launched Mojo 2, the replacement for the genre-defining original portable DAC/headphone amplifier for the most demanding, high-resolution music enthusiasts. Expanding the possibilities of the original, the new Mojo 2 benefits from a new lossless DSP and a new dedicated sphere and menu system to control the new DSP features. It also offers a new USB-C data input, better battery/charging, improved proprietary WTA filter, improved noise-shaper, and improved 4e Pulse Array DAC.
AKM Resumes Sample Shipments of 13 Velvet Sound DAC/ADC Products
Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM) has resumed sample shipments of 13 Velvet Sound D/A converters (DAC) and A/D converters (ADC) products - all part of a new generation of improved devices. The samples start shipping in January 2022. Mass production is scheduled for the third quarter of 2022. The new range of devices include new 115dB and 768kHz 32-bit DACs in 2, 4, 6, and 8-channel models, plus nine new 32-bit ADCs in 2, 4, and 8 channel models including the AK5522 ADC, ideal for bus-powered USB audio interfaces.
Austrian Audio Introduces Headsets for Business and Gaming
As Austrian Audio continues to expand its global distribution network and product portfolio to better serve is addressable market, the company is leveraging its house-developed Hi-X driver technology in new designs. Following the studio-oriented professional headphones, the Vienna company released two new headsets: the PG16 for Gaming, and the PB17 for Office use, both with large comfortable earpads, detachable cables and foldable designs.
Telit Launches WE310G4 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Module with BLE 5.0
Wireless connectivity specialists Telit announced the launch of their new WE310G4 module, which enables manufacturers to add dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 5.0 connectivity quickly and cost-effectively to their products. Based on Realtek's Ameba system on chip (SoC), the WE310G4 is ideal for a wide variety of embedded designs, including smart home devices and appliances, wearables, fitness trackers, smart city sensors, aftermarket telematics and industrial automation sensors.
Biamp Introduces New Desono DX Loudspeaker Range for Corporate and Commercial Audio
Expanding its range of speaker solutions since the acquisitions of Community and Apart, Biamp now announced the introduction of Desono DX, a new line of attractive, high-performance, high-output ceiling and surface mount loudspeakers that will replace the former Community Desono D Series loudspeaker range. The new updated Desono DX line, improves sound performance, with updated designs and installation accessories.
Audio-Technica Introduces Complete Beamforming Ceiling Array Microphone System with DSP and Dante-PoE
Audio-Technica introduced the ATND1061 Beamforming Ceiling Array Microphone, designed for conference rooms, boardrooms and meeting spaces from large to small. The new microphone array was designed as a complete system, including dedicated software to manage its six channels into zones, and already features all required DSP with automix, echo cancellation and noise reduction algorithms. The ATND1061 is also available with optional Dante networking, powered over Ethernet.