HEAD acoustics Increases Audio Measurement and Analysis Flexibility with ACQUA 5.0.100 Software
ACQUA 5.0.100 is the first iteration of the new generation of the well-established measurement and analysis software ACQUA from HEAD acoustics. ACQUA's significantly reworked software structure provides even greater flexibility for voice and audio quality evaluation, while paving the way for future expansions. Designed for the requirements in applications as diverse as communication systems, Bluetooth, ANC headphones, or smart speakers, ACQUA now supports faster hardware configuration, perceived loudness analysis, and MDAQS audio quality evaluation.
Zesto Audio Announces Tube Stereo Power Amplifier with 3-Position Bias Switch
Zesto Audio, the Californian company founded by George Counnas, announced the launch of a new Class A amplifier design that offers an impressive 100 watts per channel (8 ohms) plus a unique feature of a three-position "Auto Bias Select" switch. In order to achieve its power rating, the new Bia 200 Select Stereo Power Amplifier is sold with four 12AU7 plus four matched KT150 output tubes. Thanks to the new auto bias switch, the amplifier is ready to safely accommodate KT88, KT120 and KT170 tubes, delivering options for all preferences.
Outline Awarded Patent for Warped Finite Impulse Response (WFIR) Technology
Following the Italian patent awarded in 2021 to the Outline Newton, an FPGA-based audio processor, the Brescia-based company announced it has now also received a domestic patent for its Warped Finite Impulse Response (WFIR) technology. The Italian manufacturer of professional loudspeaker systems - a pioneer in line-source and adjustable line arrays systems for large scale applications - continues to invest in new loudspeaker-related technologies and has already also applied for an international patent.
Rotel Announces MKII Models of Integrated Amplifier and CD Players with Upgraded Audio Circuits and Components
Rotel launched the A12MKII Class AB integrated amplifier, together with the CD14MKII and RCD-1572MKII CD players, expanding options further for hi-fidelity enthusiasts who still prefer separate stereo components. The new Rotel A12MKII, CD14MKII and RCD-1572MKII upgraded models are timed to signal the brand's 60th anniversary, and all benefit from innovations and improvements to the circuit designs and enhancement to critical audio components for better audio performance.
Roland Announces iPad-Based Solutions for Livestream Productions
As part of its AV professional solutions division, Roland announced new products to help take livestreaming productions to the next level. Helping users to work with what they already have, the new AeroCaster Live iPad app and AeroCaster VRC-01 console offer a complete audio and video production and presentation solution, accepting wireless signals from mobile devices and external computers. Roland also introduced the UVC-02 Web Presentation Dock and CGM-30 Gooseneck Microphone to create a simple to use package for presentation and professionals calls.
JBL SUB80P Compact Powered Subwoofer Features Wireless Connectivity and 400W Dynamic Power
Among the products announced at CES 2022 by Harman Luxury Audio, the new JBL SUB80P powered subwoofer was announced as part of the brand's expanded portfolio of high-performance loudspeakers. The new compact enclosure includes a high-gloss black painted finish and a down-firing 8-inch subwoofer. The subwoofer design delivers the flexibility of wireless connectivity allowing for easy placement in a wide variety of system applications, including as a low frequency extension for JBL latest Studio Monitors.
Inovonics Introduces New HD Radio Broadcast Monitors
Headquartered in the mountain community of Felton, California, the Inovonics engineering team continues to work tirelessly to meet the needs of an increasingly connected broadcast world. Inovonics now introduced the new 551 and 552 HD Radio Modulation Monitors, providing the ultimate choice for advanced FM and HD Radio signal monitoring. Incorporating all the necessary features for station setup, regulatory compliance and remote monitoring, both models are on schedule to begin shipping mid-February 2022.
CES 2022 Audio Highlights. 10 Companies We Want to See and Hear Again!
It was just like CES 2022 was a blink. We walked all over CES 2022, from hotel suites and halls - literally and virtually - to report on these great audio companies and technologies! Among our #CES2022 audio highlights we discuss presentations and demos from xMEMS Labs, Noveto, Exeger, Mayht, Tectonic, Resonado, Fraunhofer IIS, Silentium, GaN Systems, and Axign. Text and CES report originally published in The Audio Voice weekly newsletter.
Bang & Olufsen Offers Beolink Software Update That Connects Past With Present and Future Multiroom Products
Bang & Olufsen announced an automatic software update to its new generation of home speakers that ensures multiroom compatibility between products launched in the last 40 years. From Bang & Olufsen’s iconic loudspeakers, music systems and turntables of the 1980s to its modern wireless speakers, the new update to Beolink makes a generation of products across decades work seamlessly together, showcasing Bang & Olufsen’s commitment to longevity.
NXP Advances Matter Smart Home Connectivity with Industry’s First Secure Tri-Radio Device
NXP Semiconductors announced the IW612, the industry’s first secure tri-radio device to support the Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 and 802.15.4 (Zigbee, Thread, Z-Wave, Matter) protocols. Part of NXP’s new family of tri-radio products, the new device enables seamless, secure connectivity for smart home, automotive and industrial use cases. The single SoC enables simultaneous transmit and receive for higher performance in smart solutions, and supports Matter, the new interoperable, secure connectivity standard for the smart home.