Zoom Unveils 32-bit H1 XLR Handy Recorder that Doubles as USB-C Interface
Zoom Corporation announced another great product for field recording... and much more. The new Zoom H1 XLR Handy Recorder is a perfect design that ditches the built-in microphones and focuses on professional audio, 32-bit floating point, ultra-high-dynamic-range recording - no gain adjustments needed! Perfect to work with shotgun or lavalier microphones and even line level sources. But the compact device is also a versatile USB-C audio interface when we need one.
Cable Matters Launches USB4 20Gbps Switch for All-in-One Connectivity Solution
Cable Matters, a leading manufacturer of connectivity solutions, introduced a USB4 20Gbps Switch that allows controlling two computers. How? It turns a standard USB-C docking station into a USB-C KVM switch, letting two devices share one USB-C docking station. This means instantly sharing a USB-C or Thunderbolt monitor, or a Thunderbolt docking station between two laptops. Control is done directly on the surface of the device, or with an RF remote control (included) for living room and entertainment applications.
Focusrite Group Publishes Free Immersive Audio Expert Guide
Responding to the growing global trend to convert studios to immersive multichannel monitoring to support mixing for Dolby Atmos, Focusrite and ADAM Audio, two brands that are part of the Focusrite Group, have decided to make available a new educational guide about immersive audio. The new free resource, the Immersive Audio Expert Guide, is available to download now on the Focusrite website for those who sign-up.
Audio Engineering Society Opens Registration for the AES Show 2024 NY
The Audio Engineering Society has opened registration for the AES Show 2024 NY, the largest event for audio professionals promoted by the organization. This year the International convention takes place Tuesday, October 8, to Thursday, October 10, at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City. Registration is also open for the concurrent 2024 NAB Show New York, which the National Association of Broadcasters promotes from October 9-10 in the same location.
Cambridge Audio Launches Evo One Wireless Streaming Speaker
Cambridge Audio launched the Evo One, a fully integrated wireless streaming speaker that is powerful, stylish and offers extensive connectivity. In the best tradition of the all-in-one music systems of the sixties and seventies, the British brand created a signature product, designed by Ged Martin, taking the hi-res streaming smarts of its Evo 75 and Evo 150 streaming amplifiers, combined with 14 perfectly tuned drivers and 700W of amplification to create a unique omni-directional audio experience.
Sensory Releases TrulyNatural Embedded Speech-to-Text 2.0
Sensory announced the availability of its second-generation TrulyNatural Embedded Speech-to-Text (STT) solution, which the company believes delivers the highest accuracy to size ratio compared to any other Speech-to-Text technology. According to the voice AI and speech recognition technology pioneer, in benchmark comparisons, TrulyNatural STT is an order of magnitude smaller yet more accurate than industry leading and public domain speech engines.
SoundHound AI Acquires Amelia to Expand Reach In Conversational AI and Enterprise Applications
SoundHound AI announced the acquisition of Amelia, a leading enterprise AI software company with experience in voice interfaces and context-aware, natural language conversational capabilities for customer service applications. The business combination positions SoundHound AI as a strong provider of voice and conversational generative AI, with reach across multiple industries – including retail, financial services, healthcare, automotive, smart devices, restaurants, and more.
Managing Expectations: The Bluetooth LE Audio Calendar
Fear of Missing Out on Bluetooth LE Audio? Are We There Yet? How many more days? When should you trigger that OTA firmware update? Should you ship Auracast-enabled products now? Should you be the first? No one wants to be the first.
GN Hearing Expands Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast Support
Building on the existing ReSound Nexia and Beltone Serene platform, the GN Group announced its smallest wireless In-the-Canal (ITC) hearing aid in a non-rechargeable design, and a new wireless rechargeable CROS Behind-the-Ear (BTE) solution, both of which connect to Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast audio sources. In addition, GN is now offering the world's first remote microphone with Auracast, which also acts as an Auracast Assistant.
Pro-Ject Announces New XA B True Balanced Turntable
Pro-Ject announced the latest addition to its ‘X’ turntable lineup. According to the Austrian manufacturer, the new XA B ($1,499 MSRP) aims to deliver the highest quality audio from vinyl records, right out of the box. In addition to offering a True Balanced Connection via a dedicated 5-pin DIN output, the turntable features a plinth constructed of transparent acrylic, premium 10" one-piece aluminum tonearm, and pre-adjusted Pick it Pro Balanced MM cartridge.