A Powerful New Audio Editing Alternative: Acon Digital Releases Acoustica 7 for Mac and PC
Acon Digital has released version 7 of their audio editor Acoustica, rewritten from scratch for cross-platform support, now running on both Macintosh and Windows PCs. The new user interface comes with a modern dark theme and appears crystal sharp on retina style displays. Major new features include spectral editing, new integrated processing tools, EBU / ITU compliant loudness metering and normalization and surround format support.
Sensaphonics Publishes Isolation Metrics for In-Ear Monitors
Sensaphonics, a company devoted to hearing health in in-ear monitors, has published a study showing the broadband isolation achieved with its proprietary soft-silicone earpieces, with broadband attenuation averaging 34 dB. According to Sensaphonics, this distinguishes the company's products and challenges other IEM manufacturers to document isolation, the most important factor to consider when comparing IEMs.
Google Releases Do-It-Yourself Voice Recognition AIY Project
With many audio manufacturers and consumer electronic companies experimenting development with voice recognition applications, Google naturally wants to make it easy as possible for anyone to get familiarized with the company's Google Assistant SDK, to implement voice interaction. Billy Rutledge, Director of AIY Projects at Google, recently revealed a new voice recognition DIY kit and voice HAT for the Raspberry Pi.
SoundTube Adds Pendant Dante Network-Enabled Speakers to Line
An industry first, SoundTube added three pendant speakers to its Dante-enabled line of installed speaker products. The IPD-RS62-EZ and IPD-RS82-EZ use SoundTube’s BroadBeam Ring high-frequency dispersion technology for clear, understandable messaging and music over a wide area, even off-axis from the speakers. The high-power IPD-HP82-EZ uses a BroadBeam HP compression driver with waveguide for use in rooms with extra high ceilings.
Streamz Promotes Voice Controlled Headphones with Wi-Fi and Integrated Hi-Res Audio Player
Virtually everything has been tried in the world of personal audio! Everything? Not yet... Streamz is promoting a crowdfunding campaign for headphones with an integrated player and SD card for internal storage, that are also able to stream music directly from Pandora or Spotify thanks to built-in Wi-Fi, all without needing a smartphone. After 4 years of development and promoting the concept, Streamz launched on Kickstarter.
iFlyTek On-Device Speech Recognition Software Now Available For CEVA's Ultra-Low Power Audio/Voice DSPs
CEVA, a leading provider of signal processing solutions for smart, connected devices, announced that an optimized implementation of iFLYTEK's speech-recognition software suite is available for CEVA's audio/voice DSPs. The tightly-integrated solution is now available for developers, and the company confirmed it will start production of an ultra-low power voice processor targeting high-volume consumer electronics.
Wireless Apple CarPlay Aftermarket In-Dash Receiver Now Shipping from Alpine Electronics
Following its presentation at CES 2017 and enthusiastic response from the market, Alpine Electronics of America, is now shipping the iLX-107. The Alpine iLX-107 with 7-inch touch screen is the first aftermarket in-dash receiver dedicated to wireless Apple CarPlay, now available in North America. Great news for everyone that doesn't intend to buy a new car soon, but wants the best iPhone integration possible - wired and wireless.
Boulder Ships New High-Performance 1160 Stereo Power Amplifier
Boulder Amplifiers announced the release and shipment of its new 1160 Stereo Power Amplifier. The 1160 is the successor to the 1060 Stereo Power Amplifier and the first product in the new 1100 Series to debut. The 1100 Series is Boulder’s mid-level product line, combining new technology, including IP network connectivity for control and monitoring, and exceptional performance with reduced size, power and cost.
Pioneer & Onkyo U.S.A. Announces Rayz Rally Smart, Pocket-Sized Lightning-Powered Conference Speaker
Pioneer Home Entertainment U.S.A introduced Rayz Rally, the first Lightning-powered portable speaker that turns any iPhone into a conference speakerphone loud enough to fill a boardroom. Rally joins Pioneer’s innovative line of Rayz headphones for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch that blend the intelligence of an iOS app with Apple's Lightning interface to deliver completely new experiences not possible through the 3.5mm headphone jack.
DTS Play-Fi powers DISH Music App on Hopper DVR
DISH launched DISH Music, a mobile app powered by DTS Play-Fi technology to provide the ability to sync music throughout the whole home using one central control. This new feature uses TV audio systems connected to DISH Hopper 2 or Hopper 3 DVRs, as well as DTS Play-Fi-enabled speakers, to play music from personal libraries on mobile devices and popular streaming services, like Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pandora and TIDAL.