Auralex Showcases Acoustical Treatment Products for Commercial Installation
During the 2017 Infocomm show in Orlando, FL, Auralex Acoustics showcased its range of acoustical treatment solutions for commercial installations, including its ProBaffle and ProBanner custom-produced absorbers, T-Coustic Ceiling Tiles, SonoFiber acoustical treatment material and SoniCell acoustical panels. Auralex Acoustics is an industry leader in sound control solutions and continues to enjoy rapid growth through an international network of authorized dealers.
G.R.A.S. Sound & Vibration Releases Improved and Easy-to-Use Sound Calibrator that Calibrates at Two Frequencies and Levels
G.R.A.S. Sound & Vibration announced the availability of the new, cost effective, and easy-to-use 42AG Multifunction Sound Calibrator. This new portable device, which can calibrate at two frequencies, was designed for fast verification of microphones and sound level meters in the field and was developed as an improved replacement for G.R.A.S.’s successful 42AB Sound Calibrator, with additional time-saving features.
AES Launches Standards Sustainer Program to Expand Industry-Enhancing AES Standards Efforts
The Audio Engineering Society Standards Committee is soliciting industry support through a new program called “AES Standards Sustainers,” to better support an expansion of the AES standards operation. The program offers significant marketing and public relations exposure to standards-sustaining manufacturers, organizations and individuals supporting the development of standards that underlie fundamental technology in the audio industry.
Bose Professional Introduces EdgeMax In-Ceiling Premium Loudspeakers with PhaseGuide Technology
During Infocomm 2017, Bose Professional announced its EdgeMax in-ceiling premium loudspeakers, using in-house developed PhaseGuide technology. Basically, the design combines the superior coverage patterns typical of larger surface-mount loudspeakers with the visually appealing aesthetics of in-ceiling loudspeakers. As Bose states, EdgeMax represents an entirely new product category. audioXpress heard it, and we must call it one of the most impressive products at InfoComm 2017.
Synaptics to Acquire Audio and Voice Technology Specialist Conexant
The market for anything related to far-field voice solutions has never been hotter, and acquisitions are a natural result of the increasing demand for those cutting edge technologies and engineering talent. Conexant Systems, a leading provider of audio and voice technology solutions based in Irvine, CA, announced an agreement to be acquired by Synaptics. Meanwhile, Synaptics also acquired the video and audio processing division of Marvell Technology Group.
XMOS Introduces XVF3000 Voice Processor for Integrated Far-Field Voice Capture and XMOS VocalFusion Speaker Development Kit
Now on the second generation of its VocalFusion family of voice processors and Voice User Interface (VUI) controller solutions, XMOS announced its new XVF3000 voice processor for integrated far-field voice capture, complemented with the new XMOS VocalFusion Speaker Evaluation Kit with circular microphone array. The new XVF3000 devices and development kits target the exploding category of voice-enabled speakers.
VUE Audiotechnik Unveils e-352 Nano High Definition Loudspeaker Speaker at InfoComm 2017
VUE Audiotechnik unveiled the first member of its new e-Class range of high-definition installation speakers. The two-way e-352 Nano loudspeaker combines dual 3.5-inch high output cone transducers with a Truextent beryllium dome tweeter with ultra-powerful neodymium magnetic circuit for exceptional output, high frequency bandwidth and clarity.
Yamaha Debuts VXL1 Smart Column Loudspeakers at InfoComm 2017
High quality audio in visually discreet systems are two of the key demands for installed loudspeakers in spaces such as houses of worship, boardrooms, lecture theatres and many other situations. Yamaha’s new VXL1 range column loudspeakers, launched at InfoComm 2017, are based on multiple arrays of the same 1.5” driver which is at the heart of Yamaha’s VXS1ML speaker, creating new sleek and compact smart vertical columns, designed to perform on virtually any space.
Dynacord Launches New Power Amplifiers for Live Applications and Fixed Installations
Now available globally, Dynacord's new L Series and C Series power amplifiers feature four models per series in a new industrial design, including tour-grade features and protection circuitry usually found in more expensive amplifiers, as well as high-performance digital signal processing with easy-to-use remote control software.
MAGIX Releases Sequoia 14 Targeting the Needs of Big Studios and Broadcast Engineers
MAGIX continues to deliver on its promise to expand its range of solutions for musicians and recording studios, now leveraging an expanded catalog for all market segments. The announcement that MAGIX is going to introduce the latest version of the of its high-definition DAW will be certainly celebrated by many audio professionals. With Sequoia 14, the company offers an updated and even more powerful version of the software.