Blue Microphones Mo-Fi Active Headphones
Blue Microphones confirmed the availability of their Mo-Fi active headphones with a truly unique design. The company had already disclosed for some time to be working on the project when they started advertising: “Forget everything you know about headphones”. It seems that’s what Blue did.
Digigram Introduces New High-Density LX-MADI PCIe Sound Card and New MADI Option on LX-IP RAVENNA PCIe Sound Card
At the IBC 2014 show in Amsterdam, Digigram will introduce a new low-latency, high-density LX-MADI PCIe Sound Card. The new card offers 64/64 MADI I/O and a latency down to 3 ms. Digigram will also feature a new MADI optical interface option on its LX-IP RAVENNA PCIe Sound Card.
Evolving Technologies in the Integrated Home at CEDIA Expo 2014
The CEDIA Expo 2014 is certainly the next great event for the AV industry. Promoted every year by the Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA), the event is scheduled for September 10–13 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO. Concurrently to the exhibition the workshops, classes, and seminars include unmissable topics for any audio professional.
New K&K P750 QC Analyzer for loudspeaker, micro speakers and headphones testing
K&K Development has released a new analyzer specifically designed for high-speed quality control. The new P750 QC and measurement system connects to a PC by USB and was designed as an economic solution for testing of loudspeakers in a production environment or lab environment. The Danish company says it is the right solution for micro speakers, headphones and handsets testing.
Merging Technologies Promises Major Product Enhancements At IBC 2014
The Swiss audio specialist will be introducing a variety of new hardware and software at the IBC show in Amsterdam (September 12-16) further expanding the options for the Horus and Hapi modular audio interfaces with a new AD and DA combination board. Merging will also display new features and plug-ins for its new 64-bit versions of Pyramix, Ovation and VCube.
Cirrus Logic Completes Acquisition of Wolfson Microelectronics
Cirrus Logic confirmed the acquisition of Wolfson Microelectronics . The Austin Texas company says the acquisition of the Scotish company will strengthen its leadership position in Audio ICs and Software for Portable Applications, adding new product categories such as MEMS microphones to their portfolio.
PRO SoundTools Software for Advanced Audio Calibration
Audio calibration is often the most complex part of a home theater installation. Pro Audio Technology’s new PRO SoundTools companion software suite simplifies even the most complicated audio calibration process when used in combination with the brand’s DMA and PMA Amplifier/Processors.
Handheld RF-Vue T10 Spectrum Analyzer Designed for Professional Wireless Audio
Saelig has introduced Kaltman’s RF-Vue T10 Spectrum Analyzer - an RF communications tool integrated with a 10” Windows 8 Touch Tablet. The solution is an ideal tool for wireless audio applications, including interference elimination, site and field analysis, frequency coordination, and AV system integration.
137th Audio Engineering Society Convention Focus on High Resolution Audio
High Resolution Audio will be a major focus at the 137th Audio Engineering Society Convention in Los Angeles (October 9-12, 2014). The Digital Entertainment Group (DEG) will present a comprehensive program on the topic, which is simultaneously causing excitement and passionate debate among audio professionals.
Dawn Pro Audio Unveils New Powered Speakers with Original Acoustic Waveguide Technology
Dawn Pro Audio unveiled an original acoustic waveguide technology in its new AW Series powered speakers. The company says the new design “redefines wide dispersion” for portable sound reinforcement applications, allowing for an even sound spread across an 180-degree listening area. The new AW Series was shown for the first time at InfoComm 2014.