Avermetrics Releases 8-Channel Switch for Audio Measurements
Audio and electronic production test systems specialist, Avermetrics, has announced the release of its new 9084 Analog Switch. Based in Los Angeles, California, Avermetrics develops highly modular and scalable test solutions for electronics production lines. Its new 9084 Analog Switch was precisely designed to respond to the needs of audio equipment manufacturers with high-channel count devices that need to be tested.
MAGIX Releases Sound Forge Pro Mac 3 and Announces New Versions for 2017
Promising a bright future for the entire Sound Forge Line, German software company MAGIX confirmed it is committed to release upgrades to this popular family of audio editing software products. Currently under development by engineering teams in the US and Germany, new upgrades will arrive in May 2017, with upgrades for the entire line slated for completion within the next 12 months.
Dr. Alex Arteaga to Give Keynote Address at AES 142nd International Convention In Berlin
The AES Berlin Committee has announced that Dr. Alex Arteaga will give the Opening Ceremonies keynote speech, "Auditory Architecture: Environment, Sense, and Aurality," at the 142nd International AES Convention, being held in Berlin, Germany, on May 20 to 23, 2017, at the Maritim Hotel Berlin. The presentation will delve into areas of aesthetics and the perception by the senses as it pertains to audio.
World’s Leading Independent Labels Represented by Merlin Sign Multi-year Agreement to Encode Masters in MQA
MQA and Merlin, the global digital rights agency for the independent label sector, have announced a multi-year agreement that will support the world’s best-known independent labels to encode their master recordings in Master Quality Authenticated (MQA). Following agreements with music-entertainment giants Universal Music Group (UMG), and Warner Music Group, MQA now gets the support from the world’s largest independent catalogue.
OTTO Introduces NoizeBarrier High Definition Electronic Earplugs
Serious about hearing protection? OTTO Engineering, a manufacturer of two-way radio accessories for industrial, public safety, and military applications, announced the launch of its new NoizeBarrier High Definition Electronic Earplugs. The NoizeBarrier earplugs are an essential component for military and law enforcement professionals in the war against hearing loss and for preserving situational awareness during missions.
Merging Technologies Promotes Advantages of RAVENNA Ethernet Audio Protocol as the New Benchmark for Connectivity at High End Munich 2017
At High End Munich 2017, Merging Technologies will promote RAVENNA as the connection standard for high end audio, promoting drivers that can be adopted by other devices, and introducing ZMan, a new OEM RAVENNA circuit board for audio components as diverse as loudspeakers, DACs and server/streamers.
HEAD acoustics Test Equipment Allows HD Voice+ Logo Certification According to new GSMA Standard
The GSM Association (GSMA) has now specified test methods to assess the minimum performance requirements for allowing manufacturers of LTE mobile terminals and network providers to make use of the HD Voice+ (High Definition Voice+) logo. Combining HEAD acoustics' advanced communication quality analysis system ACQUA with the measurement front end MFE VIII.1, plus codecs and software options, manufacturers will be able to test their systems for the new Voice+ certification.
Sennheiser Appoints Pete Ogley as Chief Operating Officer Consumer Electronics
Sennheiser has appointed Pete Ogley as Chief Operating Officer for the Consumer Electronics Division. With extensive experience in consumer electronics and the audio business, Pete Ogley joins Sennheiser following a two-decade career at Bose Corporation. He will be based in Wedemark, Germany, and joins the Executive Management Board, reporting to Sennheiser co-CEOs Daniel and Dr. Andreas Sennheiser.
MainBerlin Studio Adopts Sfëar 3D Audio Solution Powered by 3D Sound Labs
3D/VR Audio specialist, 3D Sound Labs, announced that its 3D Audio technology is ready to be used for content production by professional audio creators and artists at the MainBerlin Studio in Berlin. The studio is the first to deploy the 3D Audio solution provided by Sfëar, Eurecat’s brand for binaural 3D audio production tools, as a result of a private joint initiative with 3D Sound Labs, and Voodoopop. The companies are also involved in the newly formed BINCI consortium, together with measurement experts HEAD acoustics.
Audio Engineering Society to Join The 2018 NAMM Show in New Format: AES at NAMM
With a vision to continue to strengthen the music and pro audio industries, The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) and The Audio Engineering Society (AES) have announced a new collaborative alliance which will integrate pro audio educational training activities related to live sound, performance audio, recording technology and other topics into The 2018 NAMM Show, January 25-28 in Anaheim, California.