Stellantis Creates New Immersive Audio Reference Lab in Partnership with Genelec
Stellantis has recently opened its own state-of-the-art Dolby Atmos 9.1.6 qualified immersive audio lab in Bengaluru, powered by Genelec Smart Active Monitors. The automotive giant created this room, unique in India among automotive OEMs, not only for content production, but also to use as an audio reference and quality assurance. The Dolby Atmos room, equipped with Genelec The Ones studio monitors, plays a key role in Stellantis' initiatives in terms of audio strategies.
Glensound Debuts Greater Divine Intelligent Network Audio Monitor
Heading up to another IBC show in Amsterdam, Glensound will introduce the Greater Divine Intelligent Network Audio Monitor, significantly expanding the possibilities for Dante-connected systems. Glensound launched the Divine in 2019, the first network-connected, self-powered audio monitor, which has proven very popular. The Greater Divine is a larger 30 watts two-way design, powered by PoE+ with 8 Dante input channels.
Ascendo Immersive Audio Debuts Director LED Wall Loudspeaker System at CEDIA Expo 2024
Ascendo Immersive Audio developed a new direct-radiating in-ceiling speaker system, intended to solve the dilemma of home cinemas with LED walls and non-acoustically transparent screens. The ingenious design combines an AMT driver with an asymmetrical waveguide that can be placed directly above the screen. The new Director LED Wall Loudspeaker System will be demonstrated at the CEDIA Expo, September 5-7, at the Colorado Convention Center in Ascendo Sound Room 3.
Pro-Ject Expands True Balanced Experience in New Debut PRO B Turntable
Pro-Ject Audio Systems enhanced the design of its very well-received Debut PRO belt drive turntable and now announced the new Debut PRO B. As it recently did in the new XA B True Balanced Turntable, the new Debut PRO B turntable gets a balanced mini XLR output. In order to offer what the Austrian company calls a True Balanced experience, the new turntable also receives the Pick it PRO Balanced moving magnet phono cartridge, which is the first of its kind.
Morel BIGGIE Portable HiFi Loudspeaker Now Available
The BIGGIE is a surprising new addition to Morel's Högtalare lifestyle series. A Bluetooth 5.3, Auracast-ready, small speaker that masterfully blends Morel's engineering capabilities and driver expertise. Despite its compact size — just 18x18cm (7x7 inches) — the BIGGIE delivers sound that defies its dimensions with hi-fidelity performance qualities. Astonishing visitors at the 2024 AXPONA and High End Munich audio shows, the Morel BIGGIE is now commercially available.
New Lamborghini Temerario High Premium Sound System Crafted by Sonus faber
Sonus faber announced its latest collaboration with Lamborghini, equipping the new Temerario, with an exclusive High Premium Sound System. The Italian sound artisans and the superluxury automotive brand come together once again to bring the art of the most natural acoustic reproduction to the brand-new vehicle. The sounds of the Temerario's powerful hybrid engine are seamlessly complemented by the Sonus faber immersive audio environment, guaranteeing an emotive and luxurious experience.
Origin Acoustics Launches new BLENDS Invisible Speaker Series at 2024 CEDIA Expo
Origin Acoustics announced its new Boundaryless Listening Experience with Natural Depth Sound (BLENDS) invisible speakers and subwoofer will be presented at CEDIA 2024 (Booth #2133). As the curator of the "Design Centric Technology" concept, Origin Acoustics continues to create innovative product solutions that blend into any environment while enhancing lifestyle and entertainment experiences. The BLENDS series of invisible speakers take the original NXT/Amina technology to a whole new level.
Lessons in Life. A Tribute to Peter Janis (1958-2024)
Last week I received the very sad news about the passing of Peter Janis, the founder of Radial Engineering. I always admired Radial Engineering for its ability to always surprise and delight with inventive and practical solutions that solved real issues for musicians and audio engineers, in many fields of application. Every time I had the chance to meet Peter Janis at any trade show around the world, I would find that he enjoyed as much to surprise and delight with those inventive and practical solutions.
EISA 2024-2025 Awards in Audio Categories Announced
The Expert Imaging & Sound Association (EISA) revealed the winners of its 2024-2025 Awards. Technical experts from over 56 leading specialist magazines and websites in 27 countries across the world have recognized and awarded the best products in their categories. The 42nd year of the awards recognizes stand-out products in hifi, home theater, mobile and car audio. This year there are again surprises and predictable winners, but also the unexplainable absence of leading products in home audio, personal audio, and particularly in the true wireless category.
Trinnov Audio Makes WaveForming Room Optimization Technology Available via Free Software Upgrade
In anticipation for the upcoming CEDIA Expo in September, and short after Trinnov Audio opened its new office and demonstration center in the USA, the French company confirmed that its WaveForming room optimization technology is now publicly available on the Altitude line of audio processors. This is one of the most important development projects for Trinnov, reinforcing its position in advanced audio processors for home theater, high-end audio and commercial cinemas.