FaitalPRO Powers Flare Audio’s Sound Reinforcement Solutions
In this testimony, British company Flare Audio explains their unique approach to loudspeaker design based on the theory of Waveform Integrity, combining driver alignment and a patented enclosure structure and porting technology. All Flare’s sound reinforcement solutions use FaitalPRO drivers.
Ultrasone Presents New More Comfortable Version of PRO 900i Closed Headphones
The Bavarian headphone specialist Ultrasone announced a new generation of its highly acclaimed closed top model from the PRO series, the PRO 900i. These headphones for professional users and discerning music lovers feature the company’s S-Logic Plus technology and are now even more comfortable to wear thanks to a new expanded headband design.
Keysight Technologies Updates Step-by-Step Guide for USB Type-C Connector and Cable Assembly Compliance Testing
Keysight Technologies announced the availability of a newly updated Method of Implementation (MOI) document for cable and connector assembly compliance tests defined in Rev. 1.1 of the USB Type-C specification and Rev. 1.0 of the USB Type-C Compliance Test Specification (CTS). The step-by-step document provides measurement procedures for compliance testing USB Type-C cables and connectors in the time and frequency domains, using the ENA Network Analyzer.
Sennheiser Introduces New and Improved HD 800 S Headphones
The Sennheiser HD 800 over-ear circum-aural headphones are cherished by music lovers throughout the world for its brilliant sound image and impressive spatiality. With the HD 800 S, the German brand now presents a new version, which surpasses the listening experience of its predecessor. The HD 800 S features the same proven large dynamic transducer technology, now with an optimized medium and low frequency response.
New 15” High Performance LF Ferrite Driver from LaVoce
LaVoce continues to extend its product catalog now introducing a new 15” high performance low-frequency ferrite driver WAF154.00, entirely designed in Italy with Finite Elements Modeling and Analysis methods. Featuring 1500 W AES power handling and high mechanical excursion, the transducer delivers 97 dB Sensitivity with really limited harmonic distortion.
Texas Instruments Introduces Highest-Performance Next-Generation OPA1612 Audio Operational Amplifier
Texas Instruments (TI) introduced the newest addition to the company’s Burr-Brown Audio line, a next generation of the widely adopted OPA1612 audio operational amplifier (op amp). The new OPA1622 delivers lowest distortion and noise, high linear output current, and low power, enabling the highest performance for professional and portable audio applications.
VAVA Voom or How to Face the Challenge of Designing a Better and Affordable Bluetooth Speaker
VAVA Voom is an affordable Bluetooth 4.0 speaker with innovative features and the sound quality of much larger speaker systems. The first product for the VAVA brand, VAVA Voom was carefully engineered and designed in collaboration with Wai-Loong Lim, founder and CEO of Y Studios, whose list of clients include Sonos, Activision, TiVo and Intel.
Pine A64, a $15 Palm-Sized 64 bit Quad Core Computer Built For Innovation
A new single-board 64-bit based on a Quad Core ARM Cortex A53 1.2 Ghz CPU is now being promoted on Kickstarter targeting both electronic enthusiasts and designers looking for a simple, affordable and expandable Linux and Android platform. The platform will enable an affordable entry into the 64 bit world, for new exciting developments.
Braven Fuse, Wireless Bluetooth Audio Mixer Now Available
“Djing” over wireless Bluetooth might not be the next big thing for clubbing… yet. But California-based Bluetooth specialist Braven is already creating the foundation for that to change with its Braven Fuse, a wireless audio mixer that transforms a pair of smartphones into a DJ set, by fusing multiple audio streams to create custom tracks.
High End 2016 Exhibition Returns To Munich 5-8 May 2016
Following an extremely successful edition in 2015, Munich will be once again the meeting place for all those interested in getting up to speed on the latest in high-quality consumer electronics, 5-8 May, 2016. Visitors will find approximately 500 exhibitors presenting more than 900 brands and thousands of new products.