Powersoft to Launch LiteMod 4HC and MiniMod 4 Amplifier Modules at Prolight+Sound 2017
In addition to its touring and multi-channel process controlled amplifiers, Powersoft has built an excellent reputation in the OEM market, providing the engines for many market-leading active loudspeaker systems and rack amplifiers with its range of power modules. This has now been extended with two new flexible, compact and highly specified modules, which will receive their launch at this year’s Prolight+Sound Show in Frankfurt (April 4-7).
HEAD acoustics Promotes Voice Quality Web Seminars
HEAD acoustics is promoting a new series of complimentary web based seminars focusing on voice quality. Running every week until May 24, 2017, these one hour sessions are designed to provide short but focused information on voice quality topics that are normally not taught in college level classes. Anyone interested in learning more about the fundamentals of voice quality testing is invited to attend.
BASF Basotect Absorption Materials Create Total Silence at Guggenheim Museum Exhibit
Noise is everywhere. In New York City – ranked among the top 10 loudest cities in the world – it’s a constant. The din in restaurants soars over 90 decibels, and subways rushing across the city register more than 80 decibels. Running through August 2, 2017, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum will offer a serene and silent escape with its new presentation of Doug Wheeler: PSAD Synthetic Desert III. The Guggenheim presentation features 400 pyramids and 600 wedges of Basotect melamine foam, covering the chamber’s floor, walls, and ceiling.
Jabra Introduces new Speak 710 Business Partner and Music Companion
Audio and communications technology specialist, Jabra, announced the launch of the Jabra Speak 710, a premium, portable Bluetooth speakerphone, designed for professional and personal use. This latest edition to the Jabra Speak Series provides premium grade audio and a superior Unified Communication experience, ensuring great sound for conference calls and immersive sound music experiences.
Nordic Semiconductor Shows Development Kit and Other Solutions for Bluetooth 5 Implementation
Following the announcement at CES 2017 of its Bluetooth 5-compatible nRF52 Series SoCs (nRF52832 and nRF52840 devices), Nordic Semiconductor is showing new development tools for Bluetooth 5 at Bluetooth World, the official event of Bluetooth SIG, taking place at Santa Clara Convention Center, 28-29 March, 2017. Demonstrations include the new Preview Development Kit (nRF52840-PDK) and its first Thread networking SDK.
V-MODA Unveils Improved Crossfade 2 Wireless Headphones
V-MODA just unveiled its new Crossfade 2 Wireless Over-Ear headphones. Building on the success of V-MODA’s original Crossfade M-100 and Wireless headphones, the new model raises the bar in sound quality with Hi-Res Audio certification, larger cushions, new colors, longer battery life and the iconic CliqFold mechanism design. The new generation V-MODA wireless headphones use new 50mm drivers, with improved frequency response in both Bluetooth and wired mode.
LG TONE Studio Wearable Around the Neck Personal Surround Speakers and Earbuds Now Available
Introduced at CES 2017 as part of a large range of new personal audio concepts, LG Electronics (LG) announced the availability of its LG TONE Studio wearable personal surround speaker and earbuds featuring a combination of high-quality 32-bit DAC, four speakers - two full range on the top and two vibrating on the bottom - and neckband earbuds, designed in consultation with DTS. The concept allows a personal surround sound experience when watching a movie, playing a video game or simply streaming music.
Dialog Semiconductor Introduces Bluetooth 5 Low Power SoC with Integrated Microphone Interface
As the connected devices market enters a new era of connectivity with Bluetooth 5.0, Dialog Semiconductor announced the next generation in its SmartBond family – DA14586. The all-new System-on-Chip (SoC) is the company’s first standalone device that is qualified to support the latest Bluetooth 5.0 specification, delivering the lowest power consumption and unrivalled functionality for advanced use cases.
QSC Expands TouchMix Series Capabilities with TouchMix DAW Utility Version 2.0 Software
QSC announced the release of the TouchMix DAW Utility Version 2.0. The TouchMix Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) Utility is a free software application for the TouchMix series that enables and simplifies two-way migration of digital audio wave files between TouchMix and DAW software on either Windows or Apple Mac computers. Version 2.0 offers this capability to users of all three models of TouchMix digital mixers, including the TouchMix-30 Pro.
Hernon Manufacturing Releases New Dual Turntable Precision Dispensing System
Hernon Manufacturing, a manufacturer of high-performance adhesives, sealants and the associated dispensing and curing equipment—has announced the release of a new product. The Autobonder 2512 replaces the 2511, a previous version of turntable dispenser, and now offers independently operating turntables and streamlined controls via a touchscreen Human Machine Interface (HMI).