PMC Launches result6 Compact Nearfield Monitor at AES 2017
There is now a new PCM compact nearfield reference monitor, affordable to a whole new range of studios (under $3000 USD retail for a pair), and it sounds completely coherent with any other PMC monitor, including the popular MB3S-XBD-A and BB6 monitors, or even the flagship QB1-XBD-A. To open this completely new segment for the famous brand, the result6 demanded an extensive development effort, that included designing custom-made drivers and a new HF diffraction system.
GRAS Sound & Vibration Announces New 146AE Rugged Microphone Designed to Perform Under Harshest Conditions
GRAS Sound & Vibration introduced a new, extra durable, high-performance measurement microphone. Designed with the automotive industry in mind, because of its ruggedness, the new GRAS 146AE may have appeal to many industries. The new measurement microphone is shock-resistant, waterproof, dust- and oil-resistant and able to withstand extreme high or low temperatures – all without compromising measurement quality.
Eventide Introduces New H9000 Flagship Processor at AES New York 2017
At AES New York 2017, Eventide unveiled the H9000 — an all-new network-ready, 16-DSP, multi-channel, rackmount audio effects processing flagship, featuring eight times the processing power of the current-generation H8000. The culmination of a multi-year development cycle, the H9000 features four quad core ARM processors serving as 16 DSP engines, and connection to standard audio networks, including Dante, and Ravenna.
IK Multimedia Releases High Definition Digital Microphone Interface with Class A Preamp for iOS, Mac & PC
IK Multimedia announced the new iRig Pre HD microphone interface is now available worldwide. The iRig Pre HD is a high-definition, ultra-compact digital interface for microphones with an onboard Class A studio-quality preamplifier designed to deliver superior audio performance with iPhone, iPad, Mac and PC. It offers portable recording ability using any kind of professional microphone with a XLR connector, including gain-hungry models and those requiring phantom power.
ams Audio Offers World-Class Noise-Cancelling Performance in Two New Wireless Headphones from FIIL
Austrian sensor and noise canceling specialist, ams announced that headphone manufacturer FIIL is using two ams chipsets in its latest releases. ams’ hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) audio IC, the AS3435, is used in the high performance Canviis Pro wireless on-ear headphones. In addition, ams’ AS3412 has been chosen for the Driifter Pro, one of the first neck-band-based Bluetooth in-ear ANC headphones of its kind. The AS3412 – which comes in a tiny WL-CSP – is ideally suited for this audio application because of the headphones’ size constraints.
Knowles Announces The World’s First Context-Aware, Machine Learning Optimized Audio Processor For Complex Voice Interactions
Knowles announced a new audio processor platform, the IA8508 open DSP platform, with four high performance, power efficient, heterogeneous cores and 5.7MB of shared memory for a variety of new use cases. The IA8508 advanced audio processor is optimized for performance and power in both near and far-field voice applications – making it the perfect solution for mobile phones, ear-worn products, and IoT devices such as digital assistants, smart speakers and TVs.
Genelec and IDA Audio to Redefine Immersive 3D Audio for Professional Headphone Users
Audio monitoring specialist, Genelec, and IDA Audio, a pioneer in head-related transfer function (HRTF) modeling technology, are joining forces to create a truly accurate immersive audio experience for professional headphone users. The jointly-developed technology scans the user’s ears, upper body and head to create a Cloud-based customized personal audio profile, which can then be loaded into the user’s DAW via a choice of third-party plug-ins.
Fundamentals of Headphone Electroacoustic Measurements
Due to the close coupling of earphones to the ears and the acoustic transmission paths involved, headphone measurements are complicated. This 26-page application note discusses these challenges, headphone types, measurement standards, headphone acoustics, acoustic test fixtures required for measuring headphones, and the practical aspects of headphone measurements. An overview of the key electroacoustic measurements used to characterize the audio quality of headphones and earphones is also provided.
Jünger Audio Introduces Netbridge UHD Advanced Audio Interface
German manufacturer Jünger Audio has introduced Netbridge UHD - a new, advanced interface that closes the gap between digital audio production systems and modern video formats. The 19-inch solution allows for simple and fast integration of 4K-UHD or four HD video streams into MADI and AoIP (AES67 and Dante) infrastructures. With its four 3G SDI interfaces, Netbridge UHD is also ideal as an audio video front end for small and medium-sized video editing suites or workstations.
Solid State Logic Announces Four New Products for its Dante and AES67 Network I/O Range
Solid State Logic announced the introduction of four new broadcast specification audio interfaces for Dante/AES67 audio networks; the A16.D16, the A32, the D64 and the Dante PCIeR. The release of four new devices simultaneously demonstrates SSL’s commitment to providing a comprehensive collection of audio interfaces and converters for use as standalone units or in conjunction with SSL’s growing range of Dante/AES67 enabled Broadcast and Live production consoles.