Meridian Ellipse High-Performance All-in-One Streaming Speaker
The latest product from British signal processing specialists Meridian Audio is a new impressive entry in the all-in-one streaming speaker category. The Meridian Ellipse is also the third loudspeaker to emerge from the company's Extreme Engineering Program, which leverages its unique DSP technologies to optimize sound quality in any acoustic conditions. Supporting Ethernet, USB-C, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth sources, the Ellipse is a cutting-edge design with multiple control options that deserves attention.
Axiometrix Promotes Free Automotive Testing Seminar, September 12, at the British Motor Museum - Gaydon
The Axiometrix Solutions brands Audio Precision, GRAS Sound & Vibration, and imc Test & Measurement are hosting an exclusive seminar Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the British Motor Museum in Gaydon, Warwickshire, UK. There will be a number of workshops and presentations featuring live demonstrations that highlight Axiometrix Solutions brands' latest developments in vehicle testing technology.
Nordic Semiconductor Introduces Smaller nRF7002 Wi-Fi 6 Companion IC for Compact Designs
Nordic Semiconductor announced the launch of a Wafer-Level Chip Scale Package (WLCSP) version of its nRF7002 Wi-Fi 6 Companion IC. The new package option offers the same functionality as the nRF7002 QFN variant but with a footprint reduction of over 60 percent - making the WLCSP the ideal choice for efficient, size-constrained designs for next-generation wireless devices.
Listen Technologies Promotes Kevin Jewkes to Chief of Staff
Listen Technologies Corporation, a leading provider of advanced wireless listening solutions for 26 years, has promoted Kevin Jewkes to chief of staff. As the company prepares for the launch of the first Auracast broadcast audio-based assistive listening solutions, at the end of the year, this promotion recognizes Kevin Jewkes' market experience to support strategic growth. In this new role, Jewkes serves as a trusted advisor to and proxy for Listen Technologies President and CEO Maile Keone.
Google Introduces AI-Assisted Pixel Buds Pro 2 Earbuds
Tuesday, August 13 was scheduled as Pixel day, when Google promoted its ninth "Made by Google" event to unveil an extensive range of hardware devices, including new Pixel 9 phones, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Buds Pro 2. The smartphones are what one would expect at this time, a best of all the Android smartphones available until now. The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are Google's best attempt in the category with better ANC and battery life.
The Secret Life of Loudspeaker Flex Wire
This valuable tutorial on speaker lead-out flex wire by Mike Klasco revisits the fundamentals, from the trailing ends of the voice coil winding to speaker terminals. How to avoid flex wire whipping, fracturing of lead-out conductors, thermal issues, and corrosion of the solder joints. What types of flex wire and wire gauges are available, what are the advantages of textile fibers and wire testing, are some of the topics addressed. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, April 2024.
Lenbrook Americas Partners with Monitor Audio Group to Distribute Roksan and Blok Brands
Lenbrook Americas, a distributor of leading premium audio brands in the North American market, announced a new distribution agreement with Monitor Audio Group, the UK-based owner of Roksan and Blok brands of high-performance electronics and hi-fi furniture respectively. The two companies will work together to develop and execute a new go-to marketing strategy for Roksan and Blok, and build awareness of these emerging brands in North America.
You Can DIY!: A High-Performance 60-Watt Class A Amplifier - Part 2 Power Supply and Measurements
The continuation of this 60-Watt Class A amplifier project, named the ax-Amplifier, this design uses Augmented Feedback Error Correction (AFEC) to achieve ultra-low distortion and improve key audio performance parameters without adding too much complexity and cost. The first part of this article described the amplifier design in detail. This second part details the power supply system and conclusion with measurements. This article was originally published in audioXpress, May 2024.
McIntosh Launches MX200 11.2 Channel Processor for Home Cinema
Luxury audio brand McIntosh Laboratory announced the new MX200 A/V Processor, with specifications to match the requirements of upscale home cinema system owners who like to keep their gear very prominently in sight. Merging cutting-edge technology with unmatched performance, the new MX200 offers up to 11.2 channels of signal processing and can adapt seamlessly to various home theater configurations, ranging from 5.1 all the way up to 7.2.4 surround sound speaker arrangements, with image support for 8K and HDR sources.
audioXpress September 2024 Is Live. Make Smart Audio Moves!
There's a lot of knowledge in audioXpress September 2024. There's a residential installation and home theater Market Update, and a review of the Dayton Audio iMM-6C USB-C Test Microphone. George Ntanavaras shares what he learned using AKABAK simulation software, and Charlie Laub explains all about Derived from Elliptic crossover filters. Read Jan Didden's interview with Joachim Gerhard discussing Low Noise Phono Stages, and learn how to build a Moving-Coil Phono Preamp designed by Sam Dulaney. And much more.