Beyerdynamic Introduces New PRO X Series Headphones and Microphones for Creators
Beyerdynamic announced four new products that will appeal to creative professionals - two new headphones and two microphones. The headphones are the DT 700 PRO X and DT 900 PRO X, both very familiar designs that promise an optimized performance for studio work. The M 70 PRO X dynamic microphone and the M 90 PRO X true condenser microphone complete the new systems, targeting live streaming or recording, at home or in the studio.
Grell Audio Releases Active Noise Cancelling True Wireless Earbuds with SoundID
Grell Audio, the company founded by German headphone engineer Axel Grell, announced its first product. The Grell TWS/1 (199.99 USD/EUR) is an understated design using dynamic drivers, implemented over a Qualcomm Bluetooth 5.2 platform. In terms of unique features, the TWS/1 offers a frequency-selective ANC function, filtered by a patent-pending Noise Annoyance Reduction (NAR) psycho-acoustic model, bundled with Sonarworks' SoundID for calibration and personalization.
Universal Audio Announces a Fresh New Take on USB Audio Interfaces
Universal Audio surprised everyone with the introduction of a completely new range of USB-C audio interfaces. With five different models and a stylish design, the new Volt audio interfaces are said to offer best-in-class sound quality, including a Vintage Mic Preamp mode, built-in 76 Compressor in the 76 models, and are bundled with a suite of audio software for use with Macs, PCs, iPads, and even iPhones.
Genelec Introduces New Signature Series With Re-Imagined 6040R Smart Active Loudspeaker
Genelec has unveiled the first model in its new Signature Series with the introduction of the two-way 6040R Smart Active Loudspeaker. Created in conjunction with celebrated Finnish industrial designer Harri Koskinen, the floor-standing 6040R is intended to fuse Finnish technology and design, performance and aesthetics, appealing to high quality home audio enthusiasts.
Sensory Releases Speech Recognition Models for Children
Sensory, the recognized voice recognition and edge-AI voice solutions specialist announced availability of new custom trained speech recognition models that understand the unique linguistic patterns associated with children’s speech. This new children’s speech recognizer unlocks a higher level of accuracy and privacy for apps, toys, kid’s wearables, and education technologies, all key market segments for voice interface applications that Sensory is targeting.
Packetcraft Announces Bluetooth 5.3 Qualification and LC3 Codec for LE Audio
Wireless software licensor Packetcraft, Inc. announced its Packetcraft Controller software has achieved Bluetooth 5.3 qualification, including the world’s first qualification of new Bluetooth 5.3 link layer technical features. Packetcraft also announced the availability of Packetcraft LC3, a highly optimized and efficient LC3 codec for Bluetooth LE Audio.
Sony Introduces SRS-NS7 Wireless Neckband Personal Theater
Sony Electronics announced the new SRS-NS7 wireless neckband speaker, the latest addition to its around-the-neck speaker lineup. When connected to the WLA-NS7 wireless transmitter, the SRS-NS7 provides an immersive home theater experience, with sound tailored for personal listening. This is the second wireless neckband design from Sony, short after the announcement of the SRS-NB10, targeted at work from home, conference calls, and home music listen in total comfort.
Vicoustic Expands VicBooth Ultra Range With 3x3m and 3x4m Sound Insulation Models
Expanding from its standard catalog of first-approach acoustic panel solutions sold globally, Vicoustic launched the VicBooth acoustic cabin and sound insulation booth concept in 2016. The DIY modular design was so popular that Vicoustic quickly launched the VicBooth Ultra modular system with more options for multiple applications. Now, Vicoustic expanded the range with 2 bigger sizes - 3x3m and 3x4m - and introduced the new VicBooth Ultra Shop online store.
Adoption of Smart TVs and Smart Speakers/Displays Rises Above 50% During Pandemic
Market research firm Parks Associates released its latest Consumer Insights Dashboard, a new ongoing service that analyzes the firm's quarterly surveys of 10,000 US broadband households to track consumer adoption of home devices and services. Its Consumer Electronics Dashboard reveals that among the most commonly adopted CE device categories, smart TVs and smart speakers/displays showed significant growth during the COVID-19 pandemic. Smart TVs reached 56%, while smart speakers/displays reached 53%.
Limited Edition Fender MoFi Turntable Inspired by Iconic Precision Bass
Fender Musical Instruments, the world’s largest guitar manufacturer, and Mobile Fidelity Electronics (MoFi), have partnered to develop, produce, and release Fender’s first-ever turntable, the Fender x MoFi PrecisionDeck. Limited to a run of only 1,000 units, and priced at $3,495.00 USD, the unique high-end turntable with a sunburst finish is available for purchase online and select authorized retailers.