iFi Announces New Hip-DAC Portable USB DAC/Headphone Amp
iFi announced a new model to its already extensive range of portable DAC/headphone amps with an all-new design – the Hip-DAC. Looking conveniently like a pocket flask, the new portable device features an extruded aluminum enclosure with a distinct petrol blue finish and a touch of copper, offering an extensive set of specifications to support high resolution audio (HRA) sources, while keeping an affordable price tag at just $149 USD or €159 Euros.
Keysight Helps Accelerate Industry Adoption of USB4 Standard
Keysight Technologies announced that the company's early research and development in high-speed digital technology will enable the industry to accelerate adoption of the recently released USB4 specification. The company confirmed it will offer cost-effective test and measurement solutions that accelerate the development, implementation and deployment of new USB4 compatible devices.
Brüel & Kjær Recommendations for Smart Speaker Testing
Brüel & Kjær Sound & Vibration Measurement is promoting a set of recommendations for smart speaker testing, putting focus on the importance of realistic testing when developing and incorporating voice recognition functionalities into consumer products. The Danish sound and vibration specialist recommends the use of its high-frequency HATS Type 5218 and Mouth Simulator Type 4227 systems with human voice characteristics for realistic speech and sound testing of voice-operated devices.
DirectOut Introduces RAV2 OEM Ravenna Network Audio Module
German connectivity specialists DirectOut have become the latest Ravenna OEM solutions vendor with the release of their new RAV2 high performance network audio module for integration into third party products. The new module also forms the Ravenna AoIP network core of DirectOut’s recently released PRODIGY Series of multifunction audio processors and converters for pro audio, broadcast, installation and studio applications.
RME Debuts New Audio Networking Products for AVB Conversion and Recording
German manufacturer RME Audio launched the new 12Mic, AVB Tool and M-1610 Pro solutions at the 2020 NAMM Show. The three new audio networking products provide professionals with state-of-the-art mic preamps, flexible conversion and recording solutions for AVB and MADI applications. These products are now AVB-Milan compatible and are complemented with the new AVDECC controller, a software GUI for use alongside the device’s AVB networking capabilities.
Avid Shows Updated Hardware and Software Integration for Studios and Creators
Avid continues to be the undisputed leading DAW solution for professionals studios and music production, offering an extensive range of solutions from free basic software for musicians, all the way to complete broadcast and film production configurations in multi-million dollar studios. And yet, Avid has failed to generate any headlines in the industry for quite some time, even with its latest announcements proving that the company remains focused in updating its complete range of hardware and software.
The True Potential of True Wireless Earbuds
This article from Vincent Nallatamby, CEO of Tempow, a Paris-based startup discusses the potential of Bluetooth LE Audio to improve true wireless stereo applications. Tempow is a research and design lab focused on pushing the limits of Bluetooth technology. The company's first product, the Tempow Audio Profile (TAP) is an updated Bluetooth protocol allowing any Bluetooth chip to stream audio on multiple Bluetooth audio outputs simultaneously. The company also released a Bluetooth Software Stack for LE Audio, the next generation of Bluetooth audio.
Schiit Audio Announces Unison USB Upgrades Now Available on All Schiit Upgradable DACs
Schiit Audio announced the immediate availability of its Unison USB input for all of its upgradable DACs (Bifrost, Gungnir, and Yggdrasil.) Unison USB is Schiit's unique, proprietary USB input that is the result of 2 person-years of development, running on a general-purpose Microchip microprocessor. According to Schiit, the new Unison USB board provides superior performance at very low current draw from the host, as well as complete electromagnetic and electrostatic isolation.
High End 2020 Show in Munich is Once Again Booked Solid
The High End Munich show, promoted by the High End Society Service GmbH, returns from May 14 to 17, 2020. During four days, the entire world of audio experts and professionals gather in Munich, with hundreds of exhibitors from more than 40 different countries showcasing their latest innovations in the halls and atriums of the MOC event center. The High End show promoters confirmed that the show is once again booked solid for 2020.
1MORE Now Shipping True Wireless ANC Hybrid Earbuds
1MORE, the Chinese premium consumer audio company, announced that its new True Wireless ANC In-Ear earbuds are now officially available in the US. Featuring a dynamic driver combined with a balanced armature, two levels of active noise cancelation, pass-through mode, and a wireless charging option, the 1MORE True Wireless ANC is also the first TWS product pending THX Certification, and are available now on the company's own website and Amazon.com for $199.99 MSRP.