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audioXpress September 2022 Speaker Focus Issue Now AvailablenThe September edition of AudioXpress - the always popular Speaker Focus issue - offers a complete Market Update on the design and testing tools that speaker designers, developers, and DIY builders have at their disposal. Two fascinating R&D stories include a detailed description on the "Design and Development of the Holoplot X1 Matrix Array," and Zami Schwartzman detailing the development of Motion Feedback Desktop Subwoofers. Next up, Geoff Hill explains what changed in the latest IEC loudspeaker measurement standards, Roger Shively reports on the AES 2022 International Conference on Automotive Audio that took place in June, and Christoph Sladeczek (Fraunhofer IDMT) writes about Audio Objects as Platform Technology in Vehicles. For our DIY section, George Ntanavaras refreshes his popular Double-Dipole Subwoofer project, and Richard Honeycutt compares LTSpice models of a 300B Triode Single-Ended with other amplifiers. Now ready to read online and in print.nhttps://audioxpress.com/news/audioxpress-september-2022-speaker-focus-issue-now-availablen#SpeakerBuilder #immersiveaudio #loudspeakerdesignn#WesternElectric #FraunhoferIDMT HOLOPLOTn#theaudiovoice #audioinnovations #audioxpress #AlltheAudioNewsThatMatter

Monoprice Announces Monolith THX Certified 5.1 Home Theater Speaker SystemnRead More https://audioxpress.com/news/monoprice-announces-monolith-thx-certified-5-1-home-theater-speaker-systemnnMonolith, the high-end audio brand from Monoprice, released the new M518HT THX Certified 5.1 Home Theater System – an affordable (MSRP: $799.99), small footprint home theater speaker system designed for smaller rooms and gaming systems. Featuring five premium on-wall satellite speakers and an 8-inch powered subwoofer, this system has been THX Certified Compact to ensure that listeners experience sound that is dynamic, detailed, and crystal clear.n#hometheater #homecinema #poweredsubwoofer

Samsung Unveils Updated Galaxy Buds2 Pro with New Hi-Res 24-bit Hi-Fi CodecnRead More https://audioxpress.com/news/samsung-unveils-updated-galaxy-buds2-pro-with-new-hi-res-24-bit-hi-fi-codecnnAs it happens every year with the companies that attempt to follow Apple's model of promoting a large impact event to announce new products, Samsung just promoted something similar to unveil its new Galaxy foldable smartphones, and used the opportunity to also unveil the new Galaxy true wireless earbuds with all the latest features. The new Galaxy Buds2 Pro are Bluetooth 5.3 earbuds with multipoint connectivity, featuring new 2-way coaxial drivers and also introduce a new Samsung codec for 24-bit Hi-Res Audio streaming.n#highresolutionaudio #wirelessearbuds #activenoisecancellation

Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless Headphones Add Adaptive ANC to Refined DesignnRead More https://audioxpress.com/news/sennheiser-momentum-4-wireless-headphones-add-adaptive-anc-to-refined-designnnSennheiser has just refreshed its MOMENTUM range with the introduction of the new MOMENTUM 4 Wireless headphones, raising the bar even higher, with best-in-class sound, advanced Adaptive Noise Cancellation and exceptional comfort. An important product announcement for the new Sennheiser consumer division now part of Sonova, the new MOMENTUM 4 Wireless headphones are a refined design, intended to compete with all the leading references in the market, offering also an outstanding battery life of up to 60 hours.n#consumerelectronics #audiotransparency #activenoisecancellation

Urbanista Introduces Phoenix True Wireless Earbuds Powered by Exeger PowerfoylenRead More https://audioxpress.com/news/urbanista-introduces-phoenix-true-wireless-earbuds-powered-by-exeger-powerfoylennEXEGER has partnered once again with lifestyle audio brand Urbanista to launch true wireless earbuds powered by its Powerfoyle solar cell material technology, allowing endless playtime. The launch marks the next phase in the two companies’ partnership which was first announced following the launch of Urbanista Los Angeles, the world’s first self-charging over-ear headphones in 2021. The new Urbanista Phoenix TWS earbuds come with a self-charging case when exposed to any form of light. n#wirelessearbuds #activenoisecancellation #truewirelessstereo

Creative Launches Sound Blaster X1 USB DAC and Headphone AmplifiernRead More https://audioxpress.com/news/creative-launches-sound-blaster-x1-usb-dac-and-headphone-amplifiernnCreative Technology launched the Sound Blaster X1, an updated version of its SXFI AMP introduced in 2018, offering an improved USB DAC and headphone amplifier in the same exact compact form-factor. The Sound Blaster X1 combines the company's Sound Blaster Acoustic Engine with its Super X-Fi Headphone Holography technology, one of the earliest attempts at a binaural spatial audio engine. The difference is that the Sound Blaster X1 is now targeted for all computer audio needs.n#soundprocessing #desktopaudiointerface #acousticechocancellation Creative Labs

LG Introduces New Tone Free Earbuds with Adaptive ANC, Dolby Atmos with Dolby Head Tracking and More InnovationsnRead More https://audioxpress.com/news/lg-introduces-new-tone-free-earbuds-with-adaptive-anc-dolby-atmos-with-dolby-head-tracking-and-more-innovationsnnLG Electronics announced its 2022 lineup of TONE Free true wireless earbuds. The new models provide improvements on the sound experience, once again tuned by Meridian, combined with advanced audio technologies, a better-fitting design, and a host of useful, new features. The flagship model TONE Free T90 earbuds introduces Dolby Atmos with Dolby Head Tracking support and delivers impressive sound thanks to several upgrades, including a new internal structure with larger graphene drivers.n#wirelessearbuds #activenoisecancellation #truewirelessstereo

PK Sound Grows into Expansive New Manufacturing FacilitynRead More https://audioxpress.com/news/pk-sound-grows-into-expansive-new-manufacturing-facilitynnPK Sound, the robotic line array company, is now fully operational in its newly purchased 50,000 sq. ft. headquarters and manufacturing facility at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Alberta, Canada. With significantly more space for PK’s manufacturing, engineering, R&D, and operations departments, the move enables the company to capitalize on growing international demand with shortened lead times for new product deliveries. n#professionalaudio #manufacturingfacility #roboticlinearray

The Audio Voice 386: Al Kimmel connects pentode tubes as triodes to create a circuit that excels in linearity and calls it The Pentriode. And James Croft reviews a patent on a low-frequency transducer system with an inverse horn structure. Enjoy and Share!nhttps://conta.cc/3vGjy2an#theaudiovoice #audioinnovations #audioxpress #AlltheAudioNewsThatMatternLinear Integrated SystemsnTube Amp DoctornUSound nInovonicsnLitheaudionPro-Ject Audio SystemsnVertere AcousticsnHEAD acoustics GmbHnAcústica Beyma S.L.nWireless Speaker & Audio Association WISA