TDK Unveils New Ultra-High AOP Analog MEMS Microphone Ideal for Noisy Environments
TDK Corporation introduced the InvenSense ICS-40638 MEMS analog microphone, a new high-performance solution enabling clear audio capture in loud and noisy conditions, with an extended frequency response from 35 Hz to 20kHz. The ICS-40638 microphone offers an ultra-high Acoustic Overload Point (AOP) of 138 dB Sound Pressure Level (SPL), exceptionally efficient 170 µA low power operation and high Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) of 63 dB in a small 3.5 mm x 2.65 mm x 0.98 mm bottom port surface‐mount package.
MSE Audio Introduces Modern White Finishes to PhaseTech Premier Collection Series
MSE Audio, the parent company of SoundTube Entertainment, Soundsphere, dARTS, Phase Technology, Induction Dynamics, SolidDrive and Rockustics, announced the PhaseTech Premier Collection subwoofers, bookshelf and tower speakers are now available in a smooth white satin finish. The culmination of over 65 years of engineering experience, the Premier Collection is the pinnacle of the PhaseTech line, offering high performance sound reproduction in solid, curved cabinets, that reduce resonant frequencies and standing waves.
Powersoft Unveils MeMo Ultra Low Frequency Haptic Bundle For Gaming and Home Cinema Applications
Expanding its efforts in moving magnet linear motors for subharmonic sound reproduction, explored originally in the powerful M-Force transducer and M-Drive amp module (M-System), followed by the surprising Mover, a compact, low-frequency direct-drive/inertial-drive transducer, Powersoft now announces a new solution directly targeted at home applications. The MeMo bundle combines the Mover ultra-low frequency transducer with a fully optimized amplifier, specifically designed to enhance home cinema and gaming experiences.
Syntiant Surpasses 1 Million AI Chips Shipped and Raises $35 Million in New Funding Round
Syntiant, the tech company providing AI voice and sensor solutions at the edge, announced that it has shipped more than 1 million units of its Syntiant NDP100 and Syntiant NDP101 microwatt-power Neural Decision Processors (NDPs) to clients worldwide. The Irvine, California-based company also announced it has completed a $35 million Series C funding round, as it continues to execute on its strategy, fulfilling growing demand for its ultra-low-power, deep learning voice solution at the edge.
Meridian Audio Unveils New DSW600 In-Wall Subwoofer
Meridian Audio continues to expand its range of home theater and architectural loudspeaker solutions, now introducing the new DSW600 Digital Active In-Wall Subwoofer. This new vertical configuration speaker was engineered to deliver fast, powerful, dynamic, and accurate bass, serving as a discreet addition to any home cinema system, "providing high accuracy and low distortion for the ultimate surround sound experience," as the British company explains.
Renkus-Heinz ICC 24/3 Vertical Array Expands Iconyx Compact Series for Medium-Sized Integrations Requiring More Power
Renkus-Heinz announced the latest product in its new Iconyx Compact Series: the Iconyx Compact 24/3-RN – a solution bringing the benefits of Renkus-Heinz’ Iconyx directivity controlled family to a smaller footprint array. The ICC 24/3 joins the recently announced ICC 12/3 in the new Iconyx Compact Series, a line that offers beam-steering and additional solutions for integrators seeking flexible and powerful options in “medium-sized” installations.
NAD Electronics Announces the Masters M28 Seven Channel Power Amplifier Featuring HybridDigital Purifi Eigentakt Technology
NAD Electronics unveiled another new and unique Masters Series product. The M28 is a seven-channel high performance amplifier that can serve as a powerful engine for a state-of-the-art multi-channel system for music or home theatre. And, like the recently launched M33, this reference multi-channel amplifier features Purifi’s Eigentakt (self-clocking) amplifier technology. The M28 ($4999 U.S. MSRP) is available now to order and will begin shipping in August, 2020.
RME Launches HDSPe AIO Pro 30-Channel 192kHz PCI Express Audio Interface Card
RME Audio introduced the HDSPe AIO Pro PCI Express interface digital audio card, the successor to its popular HDSPe AIO card. The Pro version provides professional users in recording studios and broadcast with the same high channel count as well as analog/digital input and output variety of the HDSPe AIO. In terms of technical features RME says that it has "completely reworked the HDSPe AIO Pro, defining the current state-of-the-art in PCI Express cards."
Steinberg Announces State-of-the-Art Spectral Editing with New SpectraLayers 7 Software
Steinberg announced the immediate availability of SpectraLayers Pro 7 and SpectraLayers Elements 7, the latest version of its powerful audio editing software for music production, post-production, sound design, mastering and restoration. The update focuses on enhancing its powerful tool set by adding automatic processes through new Artificial Intelligence algorithms that can sense discrete events in a sound field and isolate them on independent, colorful layers for processing.
Fraunhofer IIS Licenses MPEG-H Audio Patents to Samsung
Fraunhofer IIS announced the licensing of its MPEG-H Audio patents to Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., allowing Samsung to manufacture products that feature MPEG-H Audio, including TVs and set-top-boxes. As the major contributor to the MPEG-H 3D Audio standard, Fraunhofer IIS is also leading the licensing efforts to enable the broadcast, mobile, media and streaming services and consumer electronics industries to quickly bring MPEG-H Audio to market.